Welcome, Aspiring CT Experts!
Embarking on your Computed Tomography (CT) journey can feel like stepping into a bustling kitchen for the first time. Just as a chef needs the right ingredients and a clear recipe to create a show-stopping dish, you need the right resources and guidance to master CT. This November, NoCTURN’s Education and Outreach Community is here to provide you with the recipe for success!
☢️ Cooking with X-rays, Synchrotron light sources, and Neutral beams: Follow These Steps to Start Your CTullinary Journey
- Preheat Your Knowledge: Begin by learning how to mount samples for best results. This guide covers essential considerations for packaging your samples.
- Mix in Practical Skills: Watch videos on how to run various configurations of CT scanners here and here. These tutorials are designed to walk you through common CT procedures and best practices.
- Bake with Software Tools: Experiment with the recommended image-processing tools such as ImageJ and 3D Slicer. Practicing with these tools will help you become comfortable with the technology and data analysis.
- Season with Community Engagement: Connect with fellow CT users and 3D rendering aficionados in our Education and Outreach Community and via Discourse for guidance and collaboration.
- Garnish with Continuous Learning: Subscribe to the NoCTURN Blog and stay updated with our latest resources and participate in ongoing training opportunities to keep your skills sharp and current.
(We never cook anything in our CT scanners, of course.) Starting out, many of us also felt we had bit off more than we could chew, but don’t worry! It may seem like there is a lot to learn, and yet it’s easy to find sweet successes in supportive communities 🍰.
Thanks for visiting. We look forward to sharing more in our next post!