PIEZO1 protein (2) (IMAGE) Scripps Research Institute Caption Scripps Research scientists used super-high resolution fluorescent microscopy to sample molecular positions (magenta stars), ultimately revealing the protein’s shape at the nanometer-scale. Credit Eric Mulhall, Scripps Research. Usage Restrictions With related coverage and credit License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.