HORIBA Scientific presents the XploRA INV Compact Raman System for Inverted Microscopy
The XpIoRA INV is an inverted Raman microscope designed specifically for use in the life sciences. It is part of the family of XpIoRA systems, with its small footprint, complete optical automation (autofocus, autoexposure, autovalidation, autocalibration), and simplicity in use. The INV comes with all the flexibility we are familiar with in the standard system, including confocal measurement and mapping, multiple laser wavelength options and spectral imaging including at high speed using patented DuoScan technology. In addition, all the conventional capabilities of an inverted microscope become available for sample handling and measurement.
Inversion of the microscope for Raman measurements gives open access to the sample area which is ideal for examination of cells and tissue. In combination with customisable spectroscopic and sampling options, the technology can be tailored to specific and optimised measurements. Evolving applications in the use of this inverted design include cell and DNA research, drug dynamics at the cellular level, and pathological assessment of tissues including cancer. The design has driven new ways of sampling and measurement to improve image contrast and sensitivity for challenging biological systems.
The open access to the sample area means more advanced measurements can be made with accessories built into the system. Micromanipulators, optical tweezers, micro-reactors and advanced imaging capabilities such as TERS (tip enhanced Raman spectroscopy) are all possible.
The XpIoRA INV is a technology platform that can be designed to meet a wealth of different measurement challenges for life sciences applications.
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