Microscopy/Histology

The Microscopy/Histology Facility houses several microscopes and other similar imaging instruments to make sure that they are available for users. Instruments are maintained and users are trained by Jim Janoso. 

Users, prospective users, and other curious parties are encouraged to contact Jim with any questions at jajanoso@alaska.edu. 

For histology Pat Rivera is available to assist and train users. For all your histology questions please reach out to her at pat@alaska.edu

All active projects are expected to have a current Project Registration Form

All instruments can be reserved at HaMR.alaska.edu.

Meet the Scopes:


Nikon E80i (Scope-01)

Available with 1x – 100x magnification
4K resolution camera for video and stills
Motorized x, y, and z axis

Techniques include:

  • Bright Field
  • Phase
  • Multichannel fluorescence
  • DIC
  • Polarization (simple)

More information


Nikon TE2000U (Scope-02)

Available with 2x – 100x magnification
4K resolution camera for video and stills
Motorized x, y, and z axis

Techniques include:

  • Bright Field
  • Phase
  • Multichannel fluorescence
  • DIC
  • Polarization (simple)
  • Live Cell Imaging

More information


Nikon Olympus FV10i-Liv (Scope-03)

Available with 10x and 60x magnification
Motorized x, y, and z axis

Techniques include: 

  • Laser Confocal (405nm, 473nm, 559nm, and 635nm)
  • Phase
  • Multichannel fluorescence
  • Live Cell Imaging

More information


Nikon Olympus FSX100 (Scope-04)

Available with 4.2x – 80x magnification
12.5 Megapixel integrated camera
Motorized x, y, and z axis

Techniques include:

  • Bright Field
  • Phase
  • Multichannel fluorescence

More information

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