Supply of Laser Scanning Confocal Microscope to University of Salford
UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD(THE) · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply of Laser Scanning Confocal Microscope to University of Salford
Awarded 08 Mar 2024
Awarded08 Mar 2024
Value£449,813.29
SupplierCairn Research Ltd
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryHealth & Medical
Ended 2y 3mo ago5mo term
Awarded 8 Mar 2024Expired 30 July 2024
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The University of Salford awarded a contract to Cairn Research Ltd for the supply of a laser scanning spinning disk confocal microscope with super-resolution capability.
The equipment, valued at £449,813.29, was procured to support the Biomedical Research and Innovation Centre's diverse research in biomedical sciences, including cancer stem cell metabolism, molecular biomarkers, and pathogenic microbes.
The system includes a broad range of objective lenses, lasers, detectors, and camera systems, with additional photometry and contractility measurement capabilities to support cardiovascular research.
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Supply of Laser Scanning Confocal Microscope to University of Salford
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