A core facility offering state-of-the-art imaging technology for the entire campus community.  Located in 251 LSA (Life Sciences Building Addition), the MIC is a joint venture between the Cancer Research Laboratory (CRL), Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute, and the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology (MCB). The facility is designed to serve the entire campus community from biological research to chemistry, physics and material science applications. The MIC specializes in live cell imaging, confocal, multi-photon microscopy (2p and 3p) and fluorescent lifetime imaging microscopy [FLIM].

The mission of the MIC is to:

• Facilitate basic research by providing access to state-of-the-art microscopy and imaging equipment, which may be too costly for individual labs to purchase and maintain on their own.
• Support research projects by providing imaging expertise, collaboration, and/or imaging services.
• Provide training and assistance in basic and advanced light microscopy techniques.
• Provide ongoing technical consultation and support.
• Introduce the latest innovations in light microscopy and imaging to the Berkeley community.

Other imaging facilities on the Berkeley campus include:

• TheCNR Biological Imaging Facility (BIF) in Koshland Hall.
•  The Electron Microscope Lab in Giannini Hall.