Optical Imaging Platform

Subject: Temporary Service Suspension – MUM OIP Renovation Notice (19 March-19 June 2026)

 

As part of our ongoing renovations to better serve you, MUM OIP will be temporarily suspending all services and equipment scheduling.

This suspension will take effect from 19 March 2026 to 19 June 2026*.During this period, enquiries, administrative support, and consultations will remain available.

For assistance, please contact us at: mum-oip@monash.edu

*Dates are subject to change.

 
 

Overview of Services

About Us:

Monash University Malaysia's Optical Imaging Platform (OIP) provides world-class optical imaging with its core facilities. OIP's technologies include multiphoton microscopy, fluorescence and confocal microscopy, which cater to a diverse range of morphological and functional characterisation in biomedical sciences. All technologies are underpinned by bioimage analysis and research training.

Services:

■ Specialist Service #1: Advanced Light And Fluorescence Microscopy
■ Specialist Service #2: Live-Cell Imaging
■ Specialist Service #3: Optical Sectioning And 3D Analysis
■ Specialist Service #4: Image Analytics
■ Specialist Service #5: Histology-specialised equipment for histological and morphological analysis.

Equipment and Technology:

Our instrumentation is sourced from major light microscopy companies, including Leica, Nikon, Olympus and Carl Zeiss. We offer access to:

Widefield/Inverted fluorescence microscopy
■ Confocal laser scanning microscopy
■ Multiphoton microscopy
■ Automated slide scanner
■ Stereomicroscopy (at Animal Research Platform)
■ Image analysis
■ Histology facilities: Cryostat, microtome, ultramicrotome, vibratome, laser capture microdissection

Leadership

Assoc Prof Satoshi Ogawa
Director of MUM Optical Imaging Platform
03 5514 6351
satoshi.ogawa@monash.edu

Location and hours of operation

Hours Location

Monday - Friday
8.00 AM - 5.00 PM

Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Bandar Sunway
47500

Links and Resources

  1. MUM Optical Imaging Platform

Contacts

Name Role Phone Email Location
Satoshi Ogawa
Director
 
03 5514 6351
 
satoshi.ogawa@monash.edu
 
3-2-10
 
Marshita
Senior Technical Officer
 
03 5514 6372
 
marshita.idris@monash.edu
 
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