Groundbreaking microscopy images have taken center stage at the Nikon Small World Competition, celebrating its 50th year with a record-breaking 2,100 entries from 80 countries. This year's top prize winner is Dr. Bruno Cisterna's stunning image of mouse brain tumor cells, showcasing the intricate actin, microtubules, and nuclei of the cells. The image reveals the impact of disruptions in the cell's cytoskeleton on diseases like Alzheimer's and ALS.

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