The Crucial Role of Bioimage Analysts in Scientific Research and Publication
Published in Journal of Cell Science, 2024
Recommended citation: Cimini, B. A., Bankhead, P., d'Antuono, R., et al. (2024). The Crucial Role of Bioimage Analysts in Scientific Research and Publication. *Journal of Cell Science*, 137(20). https://doi.org/10.1242/jcs.262322 https://journals.biologists.com/jcs/article/137/20/jcs262322/362545
The Crucial Role of Bioimage Analysts in Scientific Research and Publication
Published in: Journal of Cell Science
🔍 Summary
This Perspective article highlights the indispensable contributions of bioimage analysts (BIAs) to modern life sciences. Drawing from a Company of Biologists Workshop, the paper outlines the current landscape of BIA work, existing roadblocks, and practical strategies to:
- Gain recognition and credit for BIA contributions
- Improve training and career development paths
- Increase collaborative efforts and funding
- Enhance standardization and reproducibility in microscopy workflows
👥 Authors (selected)
Beth A. Cimini, Peter Bankhead, Julia Fernandez-Rodriguez,
Caterina Fuster-Barceló, Arrate Muñoz-Barrutia, Florian Jug, Stefania Marcotti, and others.
🧭 Why It Matters
BIAs play a pivotal role in bridging wet lab biology with computational rigor. The paper advocates for systemic change in how institutions and journals acknowledge, fund, and support bioimage analysts—ultimately pushing for a culture shift in scientific research practices.
📘 Publication Details
- Journal: Journal of Cell Science
- Volume / Issue: 137(20)
- Date: October 15, 2024
- DOI: 10.1242/jcs.262322