Acquisition of a Spinning Disk Confocal Microscope to Enhance Research and Teaching Capabilities in the STEM Fields at Howard University
Abstract
Acquiring a spinning disk confocal microscope has revolutionized the instructional training and research capabilities that faculty at HowardUniversity and other local Colleges and Universities can perform. This technology now allow us to observe very rapid biological events andprovide a new level of both spatial and temporal investigation into our imaging capabilities with the final result being a dramatic enhancement in our instructional and research abilities. Researchers across the University, in the Department of Biology and within the School of Engineering and College of Medicine, have benefited from the acquisition of this technology and are utilizing the microscope every day for the individual research pursuits. In addition, this state-of-the-art imaging system has begun to be incorporated into the course offerings at both the undergraduate and graduate levels starting the 2014-2015 academic year. The instrument has also been utilized by Trinity University faculty to educate their students. By instructing undergraduate students on a state-of-the-art microscope such as the spinning disk, we will strengthen our discipline and improve the training of these students in the STEM fields.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 13, 2015
- Accession Number
- AD1001063
Entities
People
- Anna K. Allen
Organizations
- Howard University