Establishment of an ultrathin cryo-sectioning facility at the National Facility for cryo electron microscopy
Principal Investigator
Prof. Anirban
Objective
- The integration of Arctis Cryo-Plasma Focused Ion Beam (Cryo-PFIB) system will enable Advanced Sample Preparation, Healthcare Applications, Improved Data Quality, and Efficiency Gains
Description
- Inaugurated in August 2024, the Cryo-Electron Microscopy (Cryo-EM) facility at IIT Madras ? enabling scientists to examine cells, viruses, and molecules in extraordinary detail ? now requires enhanced capabilities for comprehensive scientific exploration. This initiative establishes a specialized cryo-sectioning facility centred around the Arctis Cryo-Plasma Focused Ion Beam (Cryo-PFIB) technique, enabling advanced sample preparation, improved data quality, and healthcare applications spanning artificial skin for wound healing, PM2.5/PM10 toxicity research, and tropical disease management ? driving high-impact publications, patents, and Make in India innovation.
Impact
- Research Papers, Joint Problem Solving, Patents, Make In India, Advanced Artificial Skin for Wound Healing in Burn Victims, Understanding PM2.5/PM10 Toxicity and Developing Remedies for Respiratory Disorders, Addressing Large-Scale Tropical Diseases Like Diabetes
Budget in Lakhs
3754.80