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Shown is the DMi8 inverted microscope which is used for life-science research.

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Research Microscope

An optical microscope is often one of the central devices in a life-science research lab. It can be used for various applications which shed light on many scientific questions. Thereby the…

Electron microscope (EM) image of a cross section of C. elegans (roundworm). Courtesy of T. Müller-Reichert, MPI-CBG, Dresden, Germany and K. McDonald, University of California, Berkeley, USA.

Brief Introduction to High-Pressure Freezing for Cryo-Fixation

Preparation of biological specimens for electron microscopy (EM) often requires cryo-fixation which does not introduce significant structural alterations of cellular constituents. A common method used…

Advanced Visualization in Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery

PRS surgeons and maxillofacial specialists face unique challenges in reconstructive procedures, particularly when operating in deep, narrow cavities and working with delicate tissues. Achieving…

Advanced Visualization: Transforming Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Over the past decade, spine surgery has evolved rapidly with the adoption of minimally invasive surgery (MISS) techniques. These approaches reduce surgical trauma, speed up recovery, and help improve…

Advanced Visualization in ENT Surgery: Prof. Darrouzet’s Expert Insights

Otologic surgery demands exceptional precision when working within the confined spaces of the middle and inner ear. Procedures such as tympanoplasty, mastoidectomy, and cochlear implant placement…

The infinite light path of a Leica microscope can be accessed between the light source and objective lens. This approach utilizing mirrors and beam splitters in the illumination path allows users to perform multiple applications with the microscope.

Infinity Optical Systems - From “Infinity Optics” to the Infinity Port

“Infinity Optics” is the concept of a light path with parallel rays between the objective and tube lens of a microscope [1]. Placing flat optical components into this “infinity space” which do not…

Six Features to Consider when Choosing a Dental Microscope

The dental surgical microscope has become increasingly important for high-quality and successful dental medicine, particularly in the field of endodontics. A dentist can conduct micro-invasive…

Quality assurance during production in a manufacturing plant.

Quality Assurance Improvement Across Industries

Precision is paramount. Imagine a pacemaker that fails mid-operation or a semiconductor flaw that causes a critical system crash. In industries, such as medical devices, electronics, and…

Single cells collected via laser microdissection as part of the Deep Visual Proteomics workflow.

AI meets Deep Visual Proteomics (DVP) to Advance Disease Research

In this webinar, Dr. Andreas Mund will introduce a cutting-edge platform that merges Deep Visual Proteomics (DVP) with AI-powered pathology models, enabling high-resolution mapping of key regions in…

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