2 and 3 photon-excited fluorescence microscopy/tomography
Second and Third Harmonic Generation (SHG/THG) imaging
GaAsP dual-channel emission detectors (LSM) and dual-modality (LSM and WF) epi-fluorescence imaging
Wide-field and LSM image overlay
Static and dynamic imaging with 8 kHz Resonant-Galvo scanner
Dry / dipping / immersion high NA objectives with W.D. 1.2 to 3.0 mm
Deep Z-stacking and wide tiling
Capable of imaging cells, tissue (live, fixed or cleared), or awake non-primate animal subjects (temporary housing available)
NI FPGA-based digital signal processing and acquisition electronics with potential for laser synchronization/enhanced noise rejection
Matlab-based open-source acquisition software (Vidrio ScanImage Premium)
Faculty and students who wish to use the microscope should receive laser safety training and follow the instructions the New Users Guide.
The microscope is available to trained users on an equal basis. For a comprehensive list of policies (including BSL-2 protocols), please see the Facility SOP.