Bruker has been helping biologists discover, understand, publish, and advance their knowledge of biological systems ever since our introduction of TappingMode™ expanded AFM use into life sciences research. In addition to general-purpose BioAFM systems specifically designed for life sciences research and suitable for a broad range of applications, Bruker offers a variety of specialized systems utilizing proprietary AFM features. These instruments include BioAFMs for high-speed imaging to support the investigation of dynamic processes; BioAFMs optimized for the investigation of cells and tissues, even uneven or highly corrugated samples; and BioAFMs for single-molecule applications ranging from single-molecule property characterization to the investigation of conformational changes at the single-molecule level, intra-molecular dynamics, and single-molecule spectroscopy (SMFS).
These instruments deliver the highest quality results for quantitative live-cell mechanical property mapping, highest resolution molecular and cellular imaging, and fast scanning of dynamic biological processes, as well as seamless integration of AFM with advanced optical microscopy techniques.
Bruker offers an extensive range of BioAFM system add-ons, accessories, and modes to deliver maximum experimental and sample control, superior versatility, and enhanced useability. These options extend the range of applications and experiments supported by Bruker BioAFMs far beyond what is possible with any other BioAFM system on the market today.
Available options include optical systems/accessories, electrochemistry solutions, electrical sample characterization, environmental control options, software modules, temperature control, acoustic and vibration isolation solutions, and more.
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BioAFM is an increasingly important tool in biological and biomedical studies due to its very high resolution and the possibility of conducting experiments with live cells under physiologically relevant and ambient conditions, even in liquid. BioAFM also provides nanometer-resolution surface mapping for many mechanical and electrical properties, such as elasticity, stiffness, conductivity and surface potential. Bruker BioAFM technology is enabling life science researchers to investigate how these properties impact on cellular functions, including communication, signaling, cell division and differentiation, and even tumor metastasis and infection.
Bruker has deep experience and expertise supporting life science and biophysics research in the fields of cell mechanics and adhesion, mechanobiology, cell-cell and cell-surface interactions, cell dynamics, and cell morphology.
We are eager to share this knowledge with the larger research community. Be sure to explore our extensive offering of BioAFM resources, below.
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