Dear microscopists, I'm forwarding you this message, which offers a quite unique opportunity to get access to a large range of leading- edge microscopy techniques, from superresolution to high-throughput, single molecules to medical imaging - for free! All you have to do is submit an application with a project description. You might even be able to get a travelling grant! The purpose of the exercise is to test the idea of 'nodes' for specialised areas on microscopy as part of the Eurobioimaging initiative. An opportunity to participate early on not to be missed. Obviously we in FILM are happy to advice on specific projects and help with any application, or participate if wanted. Good luck, and good imaging, Martin -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Euro-BioImaging Proof-of-Concept Studies: Open Call for Users Date: Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:32:21 +0200 From: EIBIR Office <office@eibir.org> Reply-To: <office@eibir.org> To: <m.spitaler@imperial.ac.uk> Dear Martin Spitaler, From January to July 2012 the large-scale pan-European research infrastructure project *Euro**-**BioImaging*conducts a *series of proof-of-concept studies* and therefore offers FREE access to advanced biological and biomedical imaging facilities across Europe. The proof-of-concept studies will be a key pillar for the development of eligibility criteria for future Euro-BioImaging nodes and specifically aim to ·provide the opportunity for scientists to conduct their research project using cutting edge imaging instruments ·test and refine standardized execution and access protocols for future Euro-BioImaging facilities ·assess potential pitfalls for running these resources ·identify current community needs for access to different imaging technologies Many European imaging facilities will serve as Euro-BioImaging proof-of-concept study sites and will offer free access to a wide range of cutting edge imaging technologies. The *registration for users* has recently opened and we invite you and applicants from all over Europe to submit your research project proposals. Please forward this message to colleagues and friends, who are potentially interested to participate as users in the Euro-BioImaging proof-of-concept studies. Detailed information on the proof-of-concept studies and proposal submission are provided at www.eurobioimaging.eu <http://www.eurobioimaging.eu>. We are looking forward to your active participation in this important stage of the Euro-BioImaging project and remain with best wishes, Jan Ellenberg and Stefan Schönberg Scientific Coordinators of Euro-BioImaging /sent by the project office/