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VALLEY, Pa., March 1, 2011 - The Olympus
VS110-Fluorescence (VS110-FL) virtual slide microscope scanning system is
now available in the U.S. Based on
award-winning technology, the new VS110-FL offers unparalleled flexibility for both
fluorescence and brightfield applications, with high-performance optics that
can capture images at various magnifications and depths within the specimen. Virtual
microscopy generates high-resolution images of a whole specimen that can be
shared with multiple viewers anywhere in the world. The VS110-FL joins a full Olympus
line of virtual slide systems; there are hundreds of Olympus systems installed
worldwide.
In the U.S., the VS110-FL system
is designed for research, pharmaceutical science, biotechnology and education
applications, where enhanced color fidelity and the ability to handle multiple
tasks are required. It is able to scan up to 100 glass slides per batch at very
high fidelity, enabling users to view and navigate high-resolution images of entire
slides or slide areas.
In addition to providing outstanding
image quality and flexibility, the system is easy to use, with simple
three-click operation. Its 16-bit multichannel fluorescence capability and eight-position
excitation/emission filter wheels allow fast acquisition of fluorescence
images, with an extensive choice of fluorochromes for capturing intracellular
detail. Each channel is configured individually to enhance focus.
VS110-FL is currently the only virtual microscopy system of its kind with so many
choices for specimen image capture magnification. It comes standard with four
Olympus PlanSApo objectives - 2x, 10x, 20x and 40x. The 40x has a numerical
aperture (N.A.) of 0.95 for enhanced light gathering. Olympus also offers
high-N.A. 60x and 100x oil objectives for the VS-110-FL. With standard Virtual-Z™,
images from up to 15 Z-planes (focal depths within the specimen) can be integrated,
allowing the viewer to focus through the sample as if working with a
traditional microscope.
"Fluorescence is one of our
customers' most important virtual microscopy applications, and the VS110-FL
does it beautifully, with high-resolution imaging, flexibility and convenient
operation," said Brad Burklow, Director of Business
Development, Scientific Equipment Group, Olympus America Inc.
In daily use, the VS110-FL delivers versatility,
performance and security. Earlier versions of the instrument are being used for
such demanding research applications as the Federal Connectome project, one of
the largest and highest-profile research initiatives in the U.S., where
scientists are working to map all the neural connections in the human brain.
The VS110 family of scanners also recently earned two of the three top honors for quality at the first
European Scanner Contest, which took place in May 2010 in conjunction with the
94th Annual Meeting of the German Society of Pathology and the 10th Pathology Federal Meeting. Olympus earned more quality honors than any other
scanner manufacturer in the competition.
For more information
on the VS110-FL virtual slide microscope
scanning system, contact Olympus America Inc., 3500 Corporate Parkway,
Center Valley PA 18034-0610; phone 800-446-5967; visit www.olympusamerica.com/vs110 or
email lorne.davies@olympus.com.
About Olympus Scientific Equipment Group - Industrial Microscopes Olympus industrial microscopes and metrology systems play a leading role in precision R&D, engineering and manufacturing applications in fields as diverse as aerospace, the automotive industry, electronics, materials science/metallurgy, medical devices, photovoltaics, and semiconductors. Olympus continues to be a leader in optical design and advanced quality innovation. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com/industrialmicroscopes.
About Olympus
Olympus is a precision technology leader, creating innovative opto-digital solutions in healthcare, life science and consumer electronics products.
Olympus works collaboratively with its customers and its affiliates worldwide to leverage R&D investment in precision technology and manufacturing processes across diverse business lines. These include:
Gastrointestinal endoscopes, accessories, and minimally invasive surgical products;
Advanced clinical and research microscopes;
Digital cameras and voice recorders.
Olympus serves the healthcare field with integrated product solutions and financial, educational and consulting services that help customers to efficiently, reliably and more easily achieve exceptional results. Olympus develops breakthrough technologies with revolutionary product design and functionality for the consumer and professional photography markets, and also is the leader in gastrointestinal endoscopy and clinical and educational microscopes. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com.
Olympus, VS and Virtual-Z are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus Corporation, Olympus America
Inc., and/or their affiliates.
In the U.S., the VS110-FL is for research and educational use only.
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