Microcomputed Tomography (MicroCT)
The Microcomputer Tomography Core provides high-resolution, nondestructive imaging for musculoskeletal tissues, biomaterials, and more. Equipped with four MicroCT systems and two pre-clinical scanners, it supports 3D visualization, morphometric analysis, and density measurements. Applications include bone regeneration, fracture healing, vascular remodeling, and cartilage assessment using contrast agents.
Services
MicroCT core has two specimen scanners and two dedicated in vivo scanners. The Scanco uCT50 is equipped with a multi-sample carousel that allows batch scans of up to 12 specimen holders. The system is capable of nominal resolutions from 1.2um to 48um using the appropriate specimen holders. Additionally, a force sensor equipped holder allows tension and compression of specimens on board, to provide pre- and post-deformation scans. The MicroCT core also hosts an IVIS Spectrum CT and an IVIS Spectrum-2 units for fluorescence and bioluminescence imaging with or without CT overlay. Image data analysis is also supported using Materialise Mimics, Dragonfly, and Imaris imaging suites.
Location
Petit Biotechnolgy Building - Room 0405 (basement level)
Contact Us
Access to the core facilities is managed through the campus-wide Shared User Management System (SUMS). Get more information or become a user by visiting SUMS.