Facility for Advanced Imaging & Microscopy

Looking for where to start?

Visit the Resources tab for a comparison of the FLSI microscope offerings and for information on using the facilities!

Looking to book a session? View the Service Request page to find an intake form and related information!

View further information on the Nikon AXR+NSPARC / STEDYCON here, the Nikon SoRa here, and the Fralin Imaging Center's Zeiss LSM880 here!

Free ImageJ for Beginners Workshop

Would you like to learn more about how to use ImageJ/FIJI for processing and analyzing your images? A free full-day workshop will be offered either before or after the Spring 2025 semester! If you are interested in a beginners workshop, help us plan it by filling out this quick form!

About

The Facility for Advanced Imaging & Microscopy (FAIM) is a part of the Fralin Life Sciences Institute at Virginia Tech.

FAIM houses cutting edge light microscopy instruments, including confocal and super resolution systems. The mission of FAIM is to provide investigators with the tools and training required for their specific research questions.

Services Offered

• Assisted use on microscopes for untrained users who will not need much immediate imaging.
  
  
• Training for regular microscope users to access and operate a microscope independently.
  • Ongoing support for all users and potential users of the facility.
     
• Consultations for new users regarding:
  • Microscope matching – What is the right tool for the job?
  • Microscope trials – Does this provide the images I need to answer my question?
  • Experimental design – How can I get started with this protocol/project?
  • Post-processing and analysis – How do I get started with analyzing my images?

• Workshops, seminars, and other educational opportunities regarding microscopy, the facility, and image processing and analysis