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Computer-aided reconstruction of a lineage tree from time-lapse phase-contrast microscopy image sequence data. Shown in grayscale is a single image frame with automated segmentation and tracking results. The lineage tree showing patterns of population growth is overlaid in color. Image adapted from the protocol by Winter et al.