The Flexiscope: a low cost, flexible, convertible and modular microscope with automated scanning and micromanipulation.

ABSTRACT: With technologies rapidly evolving, many research institutions are now opting to invest in costly, high-quality, specialized microscopes which are shared by many researchers. As a consequence, the user may not have the ability to adapt a microscope to their specific needs and limitations in experimental design are introduced. A flexible work-horse microscopy system is a valuable tool in any laboratory to meet the diverse needs of a research team and promote innovation in experimental design. We have developed the Flexiscope; a multi-functional, adaptable, efficient and high-performance microscopy/electrophysiology system for everyday applications in a neurobiology laboratory. The core optical components are relatively constant in the three configurations described here: an upright configur

SUBMITTER: Courtney A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7137931 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature