OPTICAL IMAGING PLATFORM
The Optical Imaging Platform ( OIP ) provides world-class optical imaging with its core facilities .
OIP ’ s technologies include multiphoton microscopy , fluorescence and confocal microscopy , which cater to a diverse range of morphological and functional characterisation in biomedical sciences .
All technologies are underpinned by bioimage analysis and research training .
EXPERTISE
Our team provides expertise and training across a wide range of analytical microscopes and microscopy modalities in optical imaging . Our services range in complexity from sample preparation , image capturing and image data analysis . We also provide guidance and training to allow researchers to undertake cutting-edge analytical optical imaging techniques with confidence .
KEY INSTRUMENTATION
• Widefield / Inverted fluorescence microscopy
• Confocal laser scanning microscopy
• Multiphoton microscopy
• Automated slide scanner
• Stereomicroscopy ( at Animal Research Platform )
• Image analysis
• Histology facilities : Cryostat , microtome , ultramicrotome , vibratome , laser capture microdissection .
WORKING WITH US
• Collaborative research
• Consultancies
• Fee for service
• Training .
SPECIALIST SERVICES
Our team provides advanced microscopy instrumentation and analytical techniques to a large research community . Ranging in complexity from the cytology , histology samples to live cell or in vivo imaging , we will guide and train users to perform experiments , produce high-quality images and extract analytical data .
Advanced light and fluorescence microscopy
Our instrumentation provides a solid platform of advanced light and fluorescence microscopy techniques , including time-lapse , slide scanning ( in conjunction with our histology facilities ) and image tiling , and live-cell imaging on slides , chambers or microplates . Both upright and
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