December 2024 - FILM-Users

[FILM-Users 01193] FILM Christmas closure
by Gaboriau, David C A 16 Dec '24

16 Dec '24

Dear users, As 2024 comes to an end, we hope you all had a good year. FILM will close on Friday 20th December and re-open on Thursday 2nd January 2025 (I will be back in SAF on Monday 6th January). Please make sure to turn off all microscopes and computers on Friday 20th , thank you for your co-operation! We wish you a wonderful Christmas, a happy and restful holiday and all the best for the New Year! All the best, David ---------------------------------------------------- David Gaboriau, PhD (Cantab), FRMS Microscopy Specialist - Facility for Imaging by Light Microscopy (FILM) Sir Alexander Fleming Building South Kensington Campus Imperial College London Exhibition Road London, SW7 2AZ SAF 4th floor, open space desk - FILM area +44 (0)20 7594 9793 d.gaboriau(a)imperial.ac.uk https://www.imperial.ac.uk/people/d.gaboriau http://www.imperial.ac.uk/medicine/facility-for-imaging-by-light-microscopy/ https://www.imperial.ac.uk/Stories/light-fantastic/ ----------------------------------------------------

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[FILM-Users 01192] Retirement of CF3, CF4, and SR1 Microscopes in 2025
by Nechyporuk-Zloy, Volodymyr 09 Dec '24

09 Dec '24

Dear Colleagues and Users, I would like to inform you that the CF3 microscope<https://www.imperial.ac.uk/medicine/facility-for-imaging-by-light-microscop…>, which has served us well for 19 years, will be retired effective January 6, 2025. Unfortunately, Leica has been unable to provide support for this instrument for several years, and its age has made continued operation increasingly challenging. In addition to CF3, the CF4<https://www.imperial.ac.uk/medicine/facility-for-imaging-by-light-microscop…> and SR1<https://www.imperial.ac.uk/medicine/facility-for-imaging-by-light-microscop…> microscopes will also be retired in 2025 due to similar considerations. These decisions were influenced by several factors, including a shortage of staff, an increase in staff workload, and ongoing difficulties in recruiting new personnel to manage and maintain these systems. We understand that this may impact some ongoing or planned projects, and we are committed to assisting you in navigating this transition. Please feel free to reach out to discuss alternative options or support for your microscopy needs. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me or a member of our team. Best regards, Volodymyr Dr. Volodymyr Nechyporuk-Zloy (FILM Facility Manager) Facility for Imaging by Light Microscopy Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine Sir Alexander Fleming Building South Kensington Campus London SW7 2AZ UK OR ICTEM Building Du Cane Road 72 London W12 0NN UK Mobile: (+44) 7526275617 Twitter: @vnzloy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/volodymyr-nechyporuk-zloy/ Web: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/medicine/facility-for-imaging-by-light-microscop…

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[FILM-Users 01191] Opportunity: Senior Microscopist Role at FILM
by Nechyporuk-Zloy, Volodymyr 02 Dec '24

02 Dec '24

Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to offer for your consideration an excellent opportunity to join the FILM<https://www.imperial.ac.uk/medicine/facility-for-imaging-by-light-microscop…> as a Senior Microscopist: Advanced Tissue and Cell Imaging<https://www.imperial.ac.uk/jobs/search-jobs/description/index.php?jobId=220…>. This role is initially offered on a 1-year contract and focuses on the development and enhancement of high-throughput and multiplex imaging technologies. Key responsibilities include providing support and training in light microscopy and contributing to the operational and strategic development of the FILM facility. The position is based in the ICTEM building, which houses our state-of-the-art Leica CellDive imaging system<https://www.leica-microsystems.com/products/light-microscopes/p/cell-dive/> equipped with an advanced robotic platform<https://www.advancedsolutions.com/bioassemblybot-200>: [cid:75474df2-2b4c-4957-aecd-d98813a8a02a] This system, established through the efforts of Ana Ferreira da Silva<https://www.imperial.ac.uk/medicine/facility-for-imaging-by-light-microscop…> and funded by a multiplex imaging grant led by Cristina Lo Celso<https://www.imperial.ac.uk/lo-celso-lab/> , has a fully operational workflow. Currently, over 16 scientific groups are actively interested in utilizing this instrument. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who can drive forward innovations in multiplex imaging and high-throughput tissue and cellular imaging in a collaborative and supportive environment. The role involves close collaboration with biologists, microscopists, and Leica UK team. This is a unique and exceptional opportunity for a mature and ambitious imaging specialist to contribute meaningfully to cutting-edge research while also developing their own career path in a creative and encouraging setting. If you know someone who might be interested, or if you would like further information, please do not hesitate to reach out. Best regards, Volodymyr

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