Resources
This comprehensive collection of resources supports researchers at every level of microscopy expertise, from training materials and educational resources to professional networks and technical tools.
Software
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Olympus Microscope Software
(requires staff-provided serial number; please contact CMIF)
Educational Resources
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Microscopy Basics
Web resources covering techniques, applications, profiles, and galleries
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Confocal Microscopy
Advanced optical technique enabling depth control and serial optical sectioning
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Zeiss Online Campus
Interactive tutorials on optical microscopy and digital imaging
Professional Societies
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Microscopy Society of Ohio River Valley (MSORV)
Regional affiliate of MSA/MAS
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Microscopy Society of America (MSA)
Non-profit advancing microscopical imaging
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Histochemical Society
Promotes visual techniques in cell/tissue research
Technical Tools
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UofA database
Fluorescence Spectra Viewers
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Life Technologies compatibility checker
Fluorescence Spectra Viewers
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Nyquist rate and PSF calculator
Scientific Volume Imaging
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ImageJ
Free, cross-platform image processing software
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National Center for Microscopy and Imaging Research
Advanced 3D ultrastructure imaging technology