Water Immersion objectives now included
As the transition to more complex imaging applications speeds up, so
does the need for improved light efficiency, resolution and flexibility
of instrumentation. Imaging thick 3D cultures imbedded in aqueous media
requires non-air objectives with high numerical aperture and minimal
spherical aberration. Water immersion objectives are ideal to achieve
maximal image quality for such samples, while reducing the scan times
due to better resolving power.
Image sample: The IN Cell Analyzer 6500HS high content
analysis (HCA) System beautifully captures the 3D structure and cellular
organization of an InSphero 3D InSight™ human colorectal carcinoma
microtissue model produced from a HCT116 cancer cell line and fibroblast
co-culture. Water immersion objectives combined with the proprietary
EDGE Confocal technology provide clear volumetric data deep into the
tissue.
Biological relevance
IN Cell Analyzer 6500HS is designed to eliminate systematic
variability and give you confidence in your results. With reliable
autofocus under all conditions, vibration isolation, and environmental
control designed for uniformity, you can be assured that your data is a
true representation of the biological phenomena in question.
EDGE confocal
Contrast is the most important thing to consider when automated image
analysis is generating your data. The higher the contrast, the more
reliable the segmentation and quantitation. The IRIS confocal design
uses an adjustable virtual aperture to optimize image quality for each
individual channel. Building on the benefits of IRIS, EDGE confocal
technology dramatically increases contrast in thick samples while
preserving the quantitative information you need for reliable analysis.
Smart scanning
The difference between a standard microscope and an automated HCA
system built for screening is primarily a person's intervention and
their time. A common approach to solving this problem is to image
everything. Smart scanning features on IN Cell Analyzer 6500HS
can automate the human element and reduce the total time and data load
by finding structures of interest and inspecting them in more detail.
Speed and sensitivity
Technology is constantly evolving and IN Cell Analyzer platforms are
keeping pace. With the latest sCMOS camera technology, IN Cell Analyzer
6500HS provides lower noise, shorter exposure times, and faster
frame rates. In addition, hardware optimizations tailored to
multichannel experiments increase both speed and throughput for 2D and
3D experiments.