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The Forum Confocal Microscopy Core

Advanced light microscopy facility for fluorescence imaging at Aarhus University.

About The Forum Confocal Microscopy Core

The Forum Confocal Microscopy Core at Aarhus University provides researchers with access to state-of-the-art light microscopy instrumentation for fluorescence imaging. The facility supports a broad range of applications including live-cell imaging, tissue section analysis, and three-dimensional reconstruction of biological specimens. Experienced staff offer hands-on training and guidance to help users get the most out of each imaging platform.

What We Offer

  • Confocal laser scanning microscopy
  • Super-resolution imaging with Airyscan technology
  • Light sheet microscopy for volumetric imaging
  • Live-cell and time-lapse imaging
  • Image processing and analysis support
  • User training and experimental design consultation

Equipment

Leica SP8 Confocal

High-resolution confocal system with tunable white light laser and spectral detection

Zeiss LSM 980 Airyscan 2

Super-resolution confocal microscope with Airyscan 2 detector for enhanced sensitivity and speed

Light sheet microscope

Selective plane illumination microscope for fast volumetric imaging of large specimens