Analyzing the spatial distribution of trace elements in bone
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telecommuting trace element data analysis x-ray fluorescenceThe Canadian Light Source, a synchrotron facility in Saskatoon, SK, has a multi resolution X-ray Fluorescence Imaging beamline that is used for health-related studies of metals in living systems. This 80-hour project will involve working remotely to learn and use the software for analysis on data that will be collected during an eight-hour test scan of a bone thin section to identify the spatial distribution of trace elements such as strontium and zinc.
1. Complete the required online training to become a future user at the Canadian Light Source
2. Learn about the development and applications of the BioXAS beamline
3. Obtain the software used for data analysis on BioXAS
4. Apply the analysis tools on the test scan and/or data collected from past scans.
5. Complete a short report (10 pages).
weekly meetings, mentorship
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