Bioimaging MicroPICell - Cellular and tissular imaging core facility of Nantes University
Address(es)
Institut de recherche thérapeutique – Université de Nantes (IRT-UN)
8 quai Moncousu - BP 70721
44007 NANTES Cedex
Contact(s)
Technical manager
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Technical offers
The MicroPICell core facility, located within the Health department of Nantes University, offers a range of services focused on fluorescence cell imaging and histology.
The core facility is comprised of two technological units: the ‘MicroMorph’ Unit, dedicated to histological technologies, and the ‘PICell’ Unit, dedicated to fluorescence microscopy.
Applications
- Fluorescence imaging and quantification of adherent cells and tissues
- Quantitative imaging of intracellular ion fluxes
- Characterization of the protein-protein interaction
- Tissue Micro-Array
- Histological technologies
- Laser Capture Microdissection
Scientific expertise
The core facility accepts all biological systems.
MicroPICell advises you on ad hoc technology based on your specific requirements. The MicroPICell team provides required services and training.
Equipment
- Confocal, standard and rapid photon-counting microscopy
- Imaging station for intracellular ion flux imaging
- Laser capture microdissection
- Comprehensive material for histological technologies
- Comprehensive equipment for Tissue Micro-Array
Access
MicroPICell provides services to scientists and industrial operators.
The facilities can be used by applicants wishing to work on their own, once they have completed training with an instructor.
Trained applicants may use the online software to book facilities.
Access to the MicroPICell core facility is subject to a fee.
