Visualizing Cell Structures with Minecraft.

ABSTRACT: Many microscopic images and simulations of cells give results in different kinds of formats, making it difficult for people lacking computational skills to visualize and interact with them. Minecraft-known for its three-dimensional, open-world, voxel-based environment-offers a unique solution by allowing the direct insertion of voxel-based cellular structures from light microscopy and simulations into its worlds without modification. This integration enables Minecraft players to explore the ultrastructure of cells in a highly immersive and interactive environment. Here, we demonstrate several workflows that can convert images and simulation results into Minecraft worlds. Using the workflows, students can easily import and interact with a variety of cellular content, including bacteria, yea

SUBMITTER: Wu T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12393818 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature