Microscope imaging software offers remote capability for large amounts of data

Olympus (Center Valley, PA) cellSens microscope imaging software allows researchers to move from initial image capture through processing, analysis and reporting in a few steps for deconvolution, cell counting, large area stitching, fluorescence unmixing and data sharing. For researchers acquiring large amounts of data and working with colleagues in remote locations, a Database module provides a fully customizable SQL Server Express-based database that can be used locally or across global networks. A NetCam module offers live viewing over the Internet to further enhance collaboration. Researchers can exchange images and view data offline using the available cellSens Viewer software option. A constrained iterative (CI) deconvolution module helps improve image resolution, sharpness and contrast, delivering images using a proprietary deconvolution algorithm. Researchers can further explore the resulting image with advanced 3D visualization using the Voxel-Viewer feature. Options include 5D-multidimensional acquisition for multi-wavelength, Z-stack and time-lapse experiments; an X-Y stage control module designed for multi-point acquisition and large area montaging; and object measurement and classification tools.