Zeiss LSM 710-Live Duo Scan

Function of Instrument This system is an advanced confocal microscope with a variety of capabilities well suited for live-cell as well as fixed specimen imaging. Overview This system makes use of patterned illumination and a unique linear CCD detector to obtain very high-speed (over100 frames per second at 512×512 resolution) confocal images. It also has an advanced point-scan confocal capability for visible and 2-photon excitation. The point scan system allows the user to select 3 customizable portions of the emission spectrum and steer each to a separate photomultiplier tube. This instrument can be used for unique experimental challenges such as simultaneous uncaging and high-speed live-cell imaging.