The 2012 QB3/UCSF Course in Biological Light Microscopy will be held from March 26 to April 1, 2012 in San Francisco, CA. This course will provide an intensive introduction to the theory and practice of light microscopy. Didactic lectures explaining the theory behind the operation of different imaging modalities will be accompanied by hand-on microscopy experience on the latest instruments available. The didactic lectures will be accompanied by research lectures describing the use of microscopy techniques in modern biological research. The didactic and research lectures will be given by a highly qualified array of instructors.
Topics covered will range from the physical principles of microscope operation and image formation, through recent developments in super-resolution microscopy, and will include lectures on brightfield contrasting techniques, fluorescence microscopy and probes, confocal microscopy, TIRF, two-photon, and FRAP/FLIP/photoconversion. Attendees will leave this course with a solid understanding of the latest imaging instruments and techniques available, as well as what techniques are newly emerging. We will also discuss sample preparation and how to choose the right imaging modality for your particular application.
Who should attend?
The course is open to anyone interested in developing a deeper understanding modern microscopy techniques. Preference will be given to those applicants who have some previous experience in microscopy and who intend to continue using microscopy in their future work..
***Please note that, due to the hands-on nature of this course, attendance is limited to 24 students. The deadline for applications is Jan 15. 2012.
How Much does it Cost?
The course tuition is $2,295. This includes lunch and dinner each day but does not include travel to the course or hotel accommodations.
Where is the course held?
Laboratory work and lectures will all take place at the Mission Bay campus of UCSF/QB3.