University of Strathclyde

Strathclyde Researchers Develop Affordable, Customizable Microscopy Lenses 

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Researchers at the University of Strathclyde, a public research university in Glasgow, have developed a low-cost method to 3D print high-performance optical lenses for super-resolution microscopy, producing quality comparable to commercial glass for under £1 per lens. The breakthrough could make advanced imaging more accessible and enable fully customized optical systems for both research and … Read more

A breakthrough £50 3D printed microscope by Strathclyde researchers

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Researchers at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow have created a fully 3D printed and low cost microscope for histological imaging.  Based on OpenFlexure‘s open-source design, the device incorporates 3D printed mechanical and optical components alongside a Raspberry Pi for control, an LED light source for illumination, and an affordable off-the-shelf camera. Weighing just 3 … Read more