Ovizio’s microscope module, the qMod camera, not only turns your microscope into a holographic microscope , but with a few steps it can also be used to design a fully automated cell imaging and analysis device that will completely change the way you look at your cells.

The qMod uses the same dye-free holographic imaging technique combined with machine learning algorithms as the iLine F. It combines the flexibility of a regular microscope with the robustness of an automated system. Both image acquisition and analysis are automated.

Automation allows you to:

• Improve and standardize image quality.
• Decrease manual handling steps.
• Increase throughput (analyze more samples per hour).
• Increase robustness (analyze more images per sample).
• Use the qMod as a QC tool.

Together with Micro-Manager , Ovizio can partly or fully automate your image acquisition and analysis process on any computer-operated microscope. However, Ovizio usually recommends the Leica DMi8.

We advise automating the focus first, since optimal focus is key for a high-quality image, and, therefore, reliable analysis. However, a wide range of automation is possible.

Focusing

Autofocus provides accurate and reproducible observation of different cell culture vessel layers.

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Automatically takes images using different magnifications.

Fluorescent overlays

When using a fluorescent microscope, the qMod allows you to overlay fluorescent images with holographic images to give you deep insight into your cells and cell culture.