1159-Starfysh: Integrating Spatial & Histology data
Starfysh is a sophisticated computational toolbox designed to analyze spatial transcriptomics (ST) data by integrating it with histological images. Unlike existing methods that require separate single-cell RNA sequencing as a reference, this platform uses a deep generative model to identify distinct cell states and neighborhoods without external data. It employs archetypal analysis and known genetic markers to characterize complex tissue environments, such as the diverse regions within breast cancer tumors. By mapping these specialized niches, known as spatial hubs, the technology allows…
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