Unveiling the limits of precision in iterative MINFLUX

Journal Article (2024)
Author(s)

Carlas Smith (TU Delft - Team Carlas Smith)

Dylan Kalisvaart (TU Delft - Team Carlas Smith)

Kirti Prakash (The Institute of Cancer Research )

DOI related publication
https://doi.org/10.1111/jmi.13338 Final published version
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Publication Year
2024
Language
English
Issue number
2
Volume number
296
Pages (from-to)
129-132
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185
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Abstract

In single-molecule microscopy, a big question is how precisely we can estimate the location of a single molecule. Our research shows that by using iterative localisation microscopy and factoring in the prior information, we can boost precision and reduce the number of photons needed. Leveraging the Van Trees inequality aids in determining the optimal precision achievable. Our approach holds promise for wider application in discerning the optimal precision across diverse imaging scenarios, encompassing various illumination strategies, point spread functions and overarching control methodologies.