SACRAMENTO – A research team at Stanford University discovered a new technique to make mice temporarily transparent using tartrazine, a yellow food dye found in famous snacks Doritos.
The novel technique found application of tartrazine solution to skin of mice, including their stomachs, scalps, and hind legs, they were able to reveal internal structures such as blood vessels, muscles, and gut movements.
This breakthrough used basic optical principles to allow visibility into the body without surgical intervention. The method is grounded in optics, where tartrazine reduces light scattering caused by cellular components, making tissues appear clear.
The new technique might sound like movie fiction, but it is said to revolutionise biological research by enabling deeper observation of internal organs, brain activity, and even improving tumor detection and cosmetic procedures.
The process has been successful in animal models, but such risky testing on humans required a lot of more study. Researchers are exploring other dyes and refining the technique for potential human application, subject to ethical approval.
This advancement holds promise for more precise and non-invasive medical imaging in the future.
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