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B. Schepens has fundamentally advanced the field of biological electron microscopy, with a particular focus on pioneering three-dimensional scanning electron microscopy (3D SEM) techniques. Their seminal 2015 paper, "Developing 3D SEM in a broad biological context," which has garnered over 107 citations, stands as a landmark contribution that transformed how researchers visualize complex cellular architectures. Schepens' major contribution lies in adapting and optimizing 3D SEM methods for diverse biological systems, enabling scientists to move beyond traditional two-dimensional snapshots and explore the intricate, volumetric nanoworld of cells in unprecedented detail. By bridging the gap between ultrastructural resolution and three-dimensional context, their work has provided critical insights into the spatial organization of organelles and cellular networks. This methodological innovation has proven invaluable for understanding how cellular structures underpin diverse biological functions, from synaptic connectivity to tissue morphogenesis. Schepens' research continues to shape modern cell biology, empowering a new generation of microscopists to explore life's hidden dimensions with clarity and depth.