Advanced microscope for detailed imaging of cells and tissues
Official title: Multipurpose Upright Optical Microscope for Imaging Core
Funded at Virginia Commonwealth University · NIH-11102495 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is about getting a new, advanced microscope that will help scientists at Virginia Commonwealth University take better pictures of cells and tissues, making it easier to study how they work and find new ways to help people with health issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project start | April 15, 2025 |
| Project end | April 14, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $249,747 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD038314-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11102495 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals involved in studies related to cell biology, tissue engineering, and other biomedical fields that require advanced imaging techniques.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to cellular imaging or those not participating in research studies utilizing this technology may not receive direct benefits.
What this research studies
This research aims to acquire a state-of-the-art Zeiss LSM 900 fluorescence confocal microscope to enhance the imaging capabilities for various NIH-funded projects at Virginia Commonwealth University. The new microscope will enable researchers to perform multicolor 3D imaging of cell cultures and tissue samples, allowing for detailed visualization from entire cell populations down to subcellular structures. By automating the imaging process, it will facilitate the analysis of a large number of samples efficiently and accurately, addressing the growing demand for advanced imaging techniques in biological research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the understanding of cellular structures and functions, leading to advancements in biomedical research and potential therapeutic developments.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research utilizing advanced imaging technologies has shown significant success in enhancing our understanding of cellular processes, indicating that this approach is likely to yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bernas, Tytus — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Bernas, Tytus
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.