Imaging

Histology Laboratory

Histology Laboratory provides histology services for any types of tissues: tissue processing, embedding, sectioning colorimetric dye staining (e.g. H&E) and imaging. Expert advice is available concerning staining techniques and the interpretation of microscopic images. The cryostat and microtome are also available for use by reservation only.

Equipment and services include: Microm Spin Tissue Processor STP 120, Microm Tissue Embedding Center EC350, Microm Rotary Microtome HM310, Vibratome, Microm Cryostat HM 525, CryoJane, Thermo Shandon Hyperclean Station, microscopes and HTS imaging system.

Health Sciences Campus
Pharmaceutical Sciences Center (PSC B6)

Cell and Tissue Imaging Core

The Cell and Tissue Imaging Core is available by appointment 24 hr/day for sample processing, technical assistance and training in the operation of imaging equipment.

Services include: tissue processing, thin sectioning , embedding, cryosectioning, immunostaining, paraffin embedding, digital photomicroscopy, digital slide scanning, SEM imaging, and TEM imaging and computer aided graphics. Training and assistance in the use of instruments and associated technical procedures is provided by appointment and in scheduled in-service training sessions.

Health Sciences Campus
Doheny Eye Institute
DVRC Building Room 214
1355 San Pablo St.
Los Angeles, CA 90089
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Video Tracking Core

The USC Video Tracking Core (VTC) facility provides specialized research video services to USC and non-USC researchers. High-speed video combined with specialized lighting and software enables us to assay 3D movement, behavior patterns, gene expression and metabolite levels in free-moving animals, including Drosophila melanogaster and C. elegans, for periods ranging from <1/30 second to months. Services include: Analysis of movement and behavior patterns; Quantification of fluorescent transgenic reporter molecules, including green-fluorescence (GFP), red-fluorescence, blue-fluorescence and others; Quantification of fluorescent transgenic reporter molecules in specific tissues, including CNS, muscle, liver, heart and intestine; Small molecule testing for effects on behavior, gene expression and metabolite levels; Quantification of Drosophila life span and healthspan; Training and education.

University Park Campus
Ray R Irani Hall (RRI 219C)
1050 Childs Way, Bldg. #291
Los Angeles, CA 90089
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Translational Imaging Center

The Translational Imaging Center (TIC) and the Light Microscopy Imaging Center bring together advanced light and fluorescence microscopy systems, providing facilities and instruments for scientists engaged in translational research. The TIC is also focused on developing new technologies for automating and providing advanced imaging technologies.

Equipment includes: confocal and two-photon OPO fluorescence microscopes and state of the art image analysis software.

University of Southern California
Translational Imaging Center
425 Michelson Hall (MCB)
1002 West Childs Way
Los Angeles, CA 90089
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Image Processing and Informatics Lab

The Image Processing and Informatics (IPI) Laboratory utilizes Biomedical Imaging and Informatics Technologies to train and educate scientists and physicians in clinical R&D services related to medical imaging and informatics. Services and research areas include: computer-aided diagnosis (CAD), bone age assessment, development of data grids (clinical trials, small animal imaging, imaging security and combination teleradiology and PACS operations) and radiation therapy informatics. Equipment includes: a PACS Simulator, a Fault-tolerance Server, Data Grid, PACS workstations, CAD servers, and connections to two clinical PACS.

Department of Biomedical Engineering, USC
Denney Research Center (DRB) 264
1042 Downey Way
Los Angeles, CA 90089-1111
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Cognitive Neuroimaging Center

The Dana and David Dornsife Cognitive Neuroimaging Center pursues structural and functional brain imaging studies using state of the art techniques, to contribute to the development of future brain imaging modalities and to disseminate knowledge about the brain, the mind and neuroimaging.

Equipment and services include: a 3T Siemens TRIO scanner with associated support equipment; a BIOPAC MR-Compatible Physiological Data Acquisition System and an ASL 504 LRO Eye Tracker.

Dana and David Dornsife Cognitive Neuroimaging Center
University of Southern California
3620A McClintock Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90089-1061
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