Biological Imaging Development CoLab

The primary mission of the Biological Imaging Development (BIDC) CoLab is to provide the UCSF scientific community with access to cutting-edge optical microscopy. We also develop and bring new technologies to campus, lower the entry barrier for researchers to perform quantitative and advanced light microscopy, and offer support in both data acquisition and analysis through collaborations, consultations, and training. Our current instrument portfolio includes laser scanning confocal microscopes, a multiphoton system for intra vital imaging, a super-resolution spinning disk confocal optimized for live cell microscopy and optogenetics, as well as platforms for spatial proteomics and large volume light sheet microscopy.