Imaging
Imaging facilities at UCL ensure researchers have timely access to equipment, resources and expertise necessary to undertake world-leading research.
A world-class integrated network
The UCL Imaging Science and Technology Platform (STP) is an integrated network of world-class light and electron imaging platforms. It connects the Division of Biosciences, Laboratory for Molecular Cell Biology (LMCB), Institute of Child Health (ICH), Institute of Ophthalmology (IoO) and Ear Institute platforms, our UCL Super-Resolution Facility (SuRF), and the UCL-Zeiss Multiscale Imaging Centre, one of the few Zeiss Labs@Location in the world.
About the platforms
These platforms offer complementary imaging instruments, expertise, and training, and have over 600 users. They have been developed over many years through a combination of external and UCL funding and are embedded into research-active locations, essential for driving innovation and excellence in Research and Education. Our light and electron microscopy platforms are managed and run by highly experienced, expert staff, providing both broad user training and cutting-edge expertise underpinning research publication and funding.
Fostering interactions and knowledge transfer
While the STP works towards ensuring UCL remains at the forefront of bioimaging and bioimaging analysis, it also aims to promote interactions and knowledge transfer among our vibrant research and education community. To this end, Imaging STP organises a monthly BioImage Interest Group (UCL BIIG), which serves as a regular discussion forum, where researchers can present their ongoing work using imaging systems and methods.
In June 2024, Imaging STP hosted the first of what will become our annual, one-day Bioimaging symposium, to showcase Bioimaging work at UCL.
for Light & Electron Microscopy brings Bloomsbury core microscopy facilities under one umbrella, to offer simplified access to a wide range of cutting-edge instruments, training and expertise, for all researchers.
Confocal Microscopy provides microscopy services including user training, experimental design, sourcing of reagents and techniques - finding alternative approaches, data acquisition, data analysis; and data presentation.
Electron Microscopy Facility houses two TEMs and one SEM. In addition, the Preparation Laboratory Area provides ultramicrotome bays and work areas. Lynx automated tissue processors and Reichert-Leica AFS systems are available. The Unit is also equipped with SIS Olympus digital cameras.
Hermes Imaging System allows for automated image capture and analysis of data in a variety of bioassays. The integrated Athena analysis platform enables simple and rapid quantitation to produce numerical results with minimal training required. For more advanced studies the Minerva analysis package provides the flexibility to meet the needs of most applications.
Microscopy and Imaging Translational Technology Platform houses a number of microscopy instruments, including instruments capable of long-term time-lapse, laser microdissection and super-resolution. The diverse range of instruments allows for flexibility in experiment design and implementation.
Engineering Dept offers a wide range of materials and cell characterisation facilities including Confocal and Electron Microscopes. Staff are happy to discuss collaborative research measurements with both internal and external users. For further information contact Professor Jonathan Knowles.
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