Lipid metabolism prediction in oleaginous yeasts across taxonomic levels using single-cell innate fluorescence signature.

Summary: Did you know that yeast cells naturally glow? Scientists have found a way to use this natural glow, called "innate fluorescence," to see exactly how much fat (lipid) a yeast cell can make. Fat-making yeasts are very important for creating things like eco-friendly fuels and oils. By looking at the glow of single cells under a microscope and using smart computer programs, researchers can accurately guess how much fat different types of yeast will produce. This works for many different yeast families! It is a quick and safe way to find the best fat-making cells without having to destroy them.