Useful Websites on Microscopy:

• Nikon MicroscopyU
• Nikon Fluorescence Filter Sets
• Fluorescent Proteins
• Chroma Fluorescence Filters
• Molecular Probes Spectra Viewer
• Golub Collection of Historical Microscopes
• Austin Blanco's Blog on Microscopy and Imaging

Useful Free Downloads:

• NIS Elements Viewer
• DIVX codec for saving movies
• ImageJ Software
• Micromanager Software
• ImageJ .nd2 Reader
• IrfanView image viewer
• EZ C1 FreeViewer

Microscopy Powerpoints by Kurt Thorn:

• Microscpy I
• Microscopy II
• Digital Image Analysis
• Fluorescence
• Cameras
• Confocal Microscopy
• FRET

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

A primary goal of the NIC@QB3 is to provide training in basic and advanced light microscopy techniques. The NIC@QB3 will be involved in graduate level courses available to students at UCSF.

In addition, the NIC@QB3 will periodically teach workshops and courses on microscopy that are open to everyone at no charge. Contact the NIC if you are interested in a paticular subject.

Selected Workshop Course Topics:

• Basic Light Microscopy
• Fluorescence Microscopy
• Confocal Microscopy
• Digital Image Acquisition
• Transmitted Light Techniques

To receive notification of when courses are taught, be sure to be on the NICANNOUNCE listserv.