The Tufts Preclinical Imaging Core (PIC) provides equipment and expertise for in vivo and ex vivo molecular and anatomical imaging for basic research and translational studies in small animals. We offer a diverse array of imaging modalities, including optical imaging, ultrasound (US), micro-computed tomography (microCT), and EchoMRI. We also have a slit lamp and Phoenix Micron IV microscope for ophthalmic studies. These modalities capture physiological and anatomical data with a wide range of spatial and temporal resolutions and imaging depths, ensuring we can support most preclinical studies. Our instruments are available both for self or technician assisted service.

The PIC not only supports research at Tufts University and affiliated hospitals, it also offers a wide range of contract research services for Biotech and Pharma. Our micro-CT is also available to materials science researchers and ex vivo work on larger animals.

Our services include: Equipment Training, Analysis Software Training, Assisted & Unassisted Imaging, Study Design/IACUC protocol consulting, and Data Post-Processing/Analysis

For confocal microscopy, please refer to the Tufts Imaging and Cell Analysis Core on the Boston Campus, and the Tufts Advanced Microscopic Imaging Center on the Medford campus.