Services

Full Service (Assisted basis)

• High resolution analytical TEM imaging for chemical analysis using EDS, EELS and STEM.
• Cryo-TEM imaging for elucidating the high resolution structure of radiation-sensitive specimens or cryo-preserved hydrated specimens.
• SEM/FIB and cryo-SEM/FIB imaging with a focus on biologically relevant samples, including STEM and cryo-STEM analysis.
• Cryo-fluorescence imaging.
• CLEM - Correlative workflows between fluorescence and electron microscopy imaging.
• Conventional chemical fixation and resin embedding of biological samples for EM.
• Immuno-gold labeling.
• Ultramicrotome and cryo-ultramicrotome sectioning.
• Cryo sample preparation including: ethane plunge freezing, high pressure freezing, freeze fracture, freeze substitution.

Self Service (24/7 access)

• DLS: particle size characterization of biological macromolecular assemblies and nanoparticles from 0.5 – 1000 nm.
• Nanoparticle counting and sizing.
• Rheometer: analysis of liquid, suspension, slurry, or film specimen response to applied forces. Accessories include high temp oven, UV curing plate, and DMA tension clamp.
• AFM: Specimen surface imaging and quantitative nanomechanical (QNM) characterization. Includes access to a liquid cell for measurements on hydrated samples.
• High resolution SEM/FIB imaging of specimens with 3D reconstruction capability on the subcellular level.
• High resolution TEM imaging.