Atomic Force Microscopy Studies of Cancer Cells

The Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) is a powerful technique to measure both topographical images and physical properties of materials. This instrument has proven to be valuable in many areas of biophysics research. In particular, the AFM has provided useful information on many properties of human cells. In this study, topography data from the AFM is correlated with optical, fluorescence, and magnetic microscopy data to characterize healthy and cancerous cells. This information could lead to novel methods of treating cancer cells.