Light Microscopy (including confocal and lightsheet)
State-of-the-art optical microscopy equipment for techniques such as phase, darkfield, fluorescence, polarization, DIC, confocal and lightsheet are available. See the CMF Equipment page for detailed information on the specific microscopes. All instruments are equipped with digital cameras and PC based operating software. Various vendors provide seasonal loan of instruments and accessories.
Electron Microscopy
Services are based on a JEOL 200CX transmission electron microscope and a Zeiss Supra40VP scanning electron microscope (with array tomography system, cryo stage and EDS/EBSD analysis system), supported by preparative and ancillary equipment such as ultramicrotomes, sputter coaters, etc. A Leica ICE high pressure freezer is available.
Image Processing
Our Image Analysis Lab provides high-performance computer workstations with commercial software such as Imaris, Aivia, Arivis, and MATLAB.
Sample Preparation
Wide-ranging preparative equipment is available including several microtomes - a cryostat, paraffin microtomes, a vibratome and ultramicrotomes. The facility also provides liquid nitrogen for purchase.
Service and Training
We provide consultation on appropriate experimental design, technical instruction, and operational assistance for our instruments. This may be useful to individuals planning a project but who have limited knowledge of the appropriate technique.
For general CMF inquiries:
Email: microscopy@mbl.edu
For a complete list of services and prices, and to inquire about requests for specific instrumentation contact:
Louie Kerr
Director, Imaging Services; Staff Scientist
Tel: (508) 289-7273
E-mail: lkerr@mbl.edu