Objectives
The summer school provided junior researchers with an introduction to the theoretical and methodological fundamentals necessary to understand the dynamic responses of plants and algae to oscillating and fluctuating light. The introduction strived to be accessible to students of diverse backgrounds, fostering a willingness to explore the excellent mathematical tools supporting the approach. Lectures on experimental approaches that use already available DREAM-developed, commercial, and DIY instruments were offered. Some instruments were available on-site for inspection and discussions between the students and developers.
Workshop sponsors WALZ and PSI presented by C.Klughammer and Z.Benedikty
DREAM macroscope instrument presented by I.Coghill, ENS
This imaging instrument, developed within the framework of the EIC DREAM project for oscillating light experiments on plants, is capable of delivering modulated illumination across a 10 × 10 mm² area with selectable excitation and emission wavelengths and supports oscillation frequencies from 10⁻³ to 10⁵ Hz. It was presented at the summer school, where demonstrations included instrument calibration and oscillating light experiments. Full details of the instrument are available at: https://doi.org/10.1364/OE.
DREAM microscope instrument presented by A.Lahlou, SONY CSL
Quick prototyping is the first step to testing ideas, designing new instruments and implementing novel protocols. One can benefit from low-cost of massively-produced spare parts to reduce the cost of exploration, and from Open Source software and hardware to keep the access barrier low. Yet, it is not always easy to know where to begin. In this presentation we guide you through steps that allow building new set-ups based on light sources, cameras and motors.
The Harmonizer presented by L.Nedbal, PSI Scientific
The Ambit presented by D.M.Kramer and L.Caracciolo, Jan IngenHousz Institute
Being prepared.
ChloroSpec presented by A.Holzwarth
Being prepared.