Facilities

Thermo Scientific Tissue Processing System

Advanced instruments designed for automated tissue preparation in histology and pathology workflows. These systems streamline tissue processing, ensuring consistent, high-quality results for research and diagnostic purposes. By automating the dehydration, clearing, and paraffin infiltration steps, Thermo Scientific tissue processors save time, reduce manual labor, and improve reproducibility in sample preparation.

Science Centre East

Lau Kit Man (x36128)

Thermo Scientific Cryotome

A high-performance cryostat designed for precise and efficient sectioning of frozen tissue samples. It is widely used in clinical pathology, histology, and research laboratories for applications requiring rapid tissue preparation. The Cryotome integrates advanced cooling technology, ergonomic design, and precise cutting capabilities to produce high-quality sections for diagnostic and research purposes.

Science Centre East

Lau Kit Man (x36128)

Thermo Scientific Tissue Embedding Centre

A highly efficient and user-friendly system designed for embedding biological samples in paraffin wax for histology and pathology workflows. It provides precise temperature control, ergonomic design, and integrated features to streamline tissue embedding, ensuring high-quality specimen preparation for sectioning and microscopic analysis.

Science Centre East

Lau Kit Man (x36128)

Thermo Scientific Shandon Finesse 325 Manual Microtome

A robust and highly reliable instrument designed for precise and consistent sectioning of paraffin-embedded or frozen tissue samples. This manual rotary microtome is built with ergonomic features, smooth operation, and advanced sectioning capabilities, making it ideal for histology and pathology laboratories that require high-quality tissue sections for diagnostic or research purposes.

Science Centre East

Lau Kit Man (x36128)

BIOCARE DC2012-T Decloaking Chamber

An advanced, pressurized, and programmable antigen retrieval system specifically designed for consistent and reproducible results in immunohistochemistry (IHC), in situ hybridization (ISH), and other staining workflows. This state-of-the-art instrument ensures optimal antigen exposure while preserving tissue morphology, making it an essential tool for research and clinical pathology laboratories.

• Heat-induced epitope retrieval for immunohistochemical staining
• 5 discrete temperature settings ranging between 60oC and 110oC with user programmable time
• Total slide capacity: 72

Science Centre East

Lau Kit Man (x36128)

Molecular Devices ImageXpress Pico Automated Cell Imaging System with CellReporterXpress Image Acquisition and Analysis Software

A high-performance imaging platform designed for automated cell imaging and analysis. This compact and versatile system is ideal for laboratories conducting cellular and subcellular imaging for drug discovery, toxicology, and cell biology research. It provides powerful imaging capabilities with an easy-to-use interface, enabling high-throughput data acquisition and analysis.

• Imaging mode: fluorescence & brightfield
• Analysis modules:
• Angiogenesis
• Apoptosis
• Cell counting
• Transmitted light cell count
• Translocation
• 4 color cell scoring
• Neurite Tracing
• Mitotic Index
• Mitochondria
• Internalization
• Lysosome
• Phagocytosis
• Pits and vesicles
• Filter sets: DAPI, FITC, TRITC, Texas Red, and Cy5
• Digital confocal function: available
• Temperature control: from ambient +8°C to 40°C
• Capacity
• one 6- to 384-well plate
• four 25mm*75mm*1mm glass slides
• Objectives with numerical aperture (NA)
• 2.5x/NA 0.07
• 4x/NA 0.13
• 10x/NA 0.32
• 20x/NA 0.40
• 40x/NA 0.60

Science Centre East

Lau Kit Man (x36128)

Nikon TS2R-FL Fluorescence Inverted Microscope

A high-performance, compact, and versatile imaging system designed for advanced fluorescence and brightfield imaging applications. Ideal for cell culture, molecular biology, and live-cell imaging. The microscope is equipped with 4x, 10x, 20x, and 40x objectives.

• Observation method
• Brightfield
• Apodized Phase Contrast
• Phase Contrast
• Nikon Advanced Modulation Contrast
• DIC
• Emboss Contrast
• Epi-Fluorescence
• Spindle Observation
• Filter cube
• FITC consisting of:
• Excitation Filter EX465-495
• Dichroic Mirror DM505
• Barrier Filter BA512-558
• TRITC consisting of:
• Excitation Filter EX527-553
• Dichroic Mirror DM565
• Barrier Filter BA577-633

Science Centre East

Kim Chi Fai (x36128)

Nikon CI-L Upright Microscope High Resolution Imaging System

A high-performance imaging system designed for advanced high-resolution imaging in clinical, research, and educational settings. Ci-L is ideal for applications in pathology, histology, cell biology, and material science. Its bright LED illumination, high-contrast optics, and flexible modularity make it a reliable and versatile choice for both routine and advanced microscopy needs.

• Observation method: Brightfield
• Equipped with Nikon DS-Ri2 digital camera for ultra-high resolution color images

RRSSB

Kim Chi Fai (x36128)

Nikon SMZ18 Stereomicroscope

A high-performance stereomicroscope designed for advanced imaging applications that require exceptional magnification, resolution, and versatility. With zoom ratio of 18:1, wide zooming range of 0.75-13.5x, the SMZ18 offers high-resolution observation of both macroscopic and microscopic details, making it ideal for applications in life sciences, materials research, and industrial inspection.

Science Centre East

Kim Chi Fai (x36128)