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Nature 425, 869 (23 October 2003) | doi:10.1038/425869a

Open Innovation Challenges

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Easing the strain

Many microscope users know all too well that prolonged use can be a real pain. Many systems demand that the user maintains a rigid body posture which can become increasingly uncomfortable, and concentrating on the magnified image for long periods can lead to eye fatigue and nausea.