Biological imaging facility

SoMBIF currently supports a range of technologies, including light microscopy, fluorescence microscopy and confocal microscopy. We also help with study design, sample imaging, image processing and data analysis.

If you're a first-time user, we'll start by discussing your project and imaging requirements. After completing your in-person training, which covers operating the equipment, using the software and navigating the booking system, you'll be ready to use the equipment independently. If you’ve used our facility before, please contact our team to make a booking.

Nikon Eclipse Ti2 Confocal AX – Confocal AX Galvano automated inverted fluorescence microscope x5, x10, x20, x40, x60 wl, x100 oil; BF, Dapi, GFP, Cy5

• School of Medicine users: $40/hour
• Other Deakin users: $55/hour
• External users: $55/hour

Invitrogen Evos M5000 – automated fluorescence live cell imaging system for cell culture, time-lapse imaging, and high-resolution image capture from slides, dishes, flasks and microplates x5, x10, x40, x100 oil; Dapi, GFP, RFP, CY5

• School of Medicine users: $30/hour
• Other Deakin users: $45/hour
• External users: $55/hour

Zeiss AxioImager2 – inverted microscope and colour camera (high resolution)

• School of Medicine users: $10/hour
• Other Deakin users: $20/hour
• External users: $20/hour

Olympus MVX10 – macro fluorescence microscope

• School of Medicine users: $10/hour
• Other Deakin users: $20/hour
• External users: $20/hour

Training is required before using any of the facility's equipment. This training will include a one-on-one or small group introduction to the microscope. There is no charge for training.

We provide free-of-charge assistance in study design and troubleshooting. Please contact the facility for further information.