Preclinical Imaging Core - PIC

The Tufts Preclinical Imaging Core (PIC) provides equipment and expertise for molecular and anatomical imaging for basic research and translational studies in live animals.

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.

Major instrumentation includes:

  • PerkinElmer IVIS Spectrum CT Biophotonic Imager
  • VisualSonics Vevo 2100 Ultrasound Imaging System
  • Skyscan 1176 High Resolution Micro-CT Scanner

The technology provided by these instruments is applicable to a wide range of research areas that include tumor and stem cell biology, infectious disease, neurobiology, wound healing, and signal transduction.  The PIC is also equipped to develop imageable animal models and perform surgical procedures and cell/tissue culture to support in vivo imaging and preclinical testing studies with these instruments.

For cancer researchers at academic institutions and companies, the PIC offers novel luciferase- and fluorescent protein-based syngeneic and xenograft models, as well as technical services for studying in vivo tumor growth and metastasis and preclinical drug testing.  A technician is available for animal handling/husbandry, introduction of tumor cells and therapeutics into animals, and other services. Contact us for more information.