The Faculty of Biochemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences of the National University of Rosario (UNR) has enabled a new Super-Resolution Microscopy Platform. An interinstitutional workspace with state-of-the-art optical instrumentation for research that enhances the resolution of images up to the molecular level.
The project responds to a growing demand in the region for specialized infrastructure, and was driven by the Area of Science, Technology and Innovation of the UNR after identifying a critical gap in high-complexity microscopy in Rosario.
Two world-class microscopes
Thanks to the funding granted in 2022 by the national program Equipar Ciencia, the UNR acquired two devices from the Zeiss company:
- LSM 980 with Airyscan 2
- ELYRA 7 LS
Both were installed in a specially refurbished building space under strict technical conditions, and the technical staff responsible for the operation and management of the platform was trained.
Shared access, regional impact
The new space will be available not only for the university community, but also for public and private institutions in the region, aiming to democratize access to cutting-edge technologies in advanced optical microscopy.
“The role of the university is to train professionals with access to state-of-the-art technology. This platform allows UNR to approach European or North American scientific standards,” expressed Nicolás Blanco, scientific coordinator of the project.
The equipment will enable the study of complex research in medicine, biotechnology, agronomy, and natural sciences, benefiting multiple faculties and academic units within the UNR/CONICET ecosystem.
Public science, strategic cooperation
“The Platform will actively promote national and international cooperation, the adoption of innovative methodologies, and the continuous training of researchers, teachers, and students,” stated Andrés Sciara, dean of the faculty.
The project is supported by the rector Franco Bartolacci, along with authorities from other faculties, institutes, and companies, thus consolidating a network of public science with territorial impact.
Cover photo: Rosario Plus
