Stellaris Leica Confocal Microscope
An advanced system for biomedical, neuroscience, and material sciences.
This cutting-edge system significantly enhances ability to perform high-resolution fluorescence imaging and quantitative molecular analyses. The Stellaris microscope’s superior sensitivity, spectral flexibility, and advanced imaging features supports a wide range of interdisciplinary research projects, fostering innovation and scientific discovery.
Technical Capabilities and Key Features:
The Stellaris system provides a unique combination of high-resolution confocal imaging, spectral flexibility, and super-resolution capabilities, making it an indispensable asset for our research facility. The core features include:
- White Light Laser (WLL) 485–790 nm & Additional 405 nm Laser: Provides precise spectral tuning for optimal fluorophore excitation and extended imaging capabilities from blue (DAPI) to near infra-red (Cy7).
- Four Power HyD Highly Sensitive Detectors: Maximize photon detection efficiency, reducing noise and enhancing weak fluorescence signals.
- Super Z Galvo Stage: Enables fast and precise Z-stack imaging, crucial for 3D reconstructions and live-cell imaging.
- Fluorescence Light Source & Advanced Wide-Field Camera: Supports both wide-field and confocal imaging, increasing experimental versatility.
- Full Software Package:
- FRAP (Fluorescence Recovery After Photobleaching) for studying protein mobility and dynamics.
- FRET (Förster Resonance Energy Transfer) for molecular interaction analyses.
- LIGHTNING Super-Resolution for sub-diffraction imaging, improving structural detail resolution.
- TauSense Technology: Fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM) to distinguish fluorophores with overlapping spectra and reduce autofluorescence.
- Adaptive Focus Control (AFC): Automatically maintains focus during long-term imaging sessions.
- Objectives Included:
10× Air for general imaging applications.
20× Multi-Immersion for air, water, and oil imaging flexibility.
40× Water for deep-tissue and live-cell imaging.
63× Oil for high-resolution imaging of subcellular structures.
