Multi-Modal Imaging and Measurements (I3M) unit

The Multi-Modal Imaging and Measurements (I3M) unit brings together a range of advanced imaging and structural analysis techniques, enabling detailed exploration of biological materials from the cellular to the macroscopic scale.

It is equipped with cutting-edge instruments for electron imaging (SEM, cryo-SEM), confocal and photonic microscopy, X-ray microanalysis, as well as radiography, tomography, and X-ray diffraction. Silvatech also offers expertise in plant histology and cryomicroscopy, tailored to the diversity of samples originating from forest ecosystems.

Through the complementary use of these methods, I3M enables the characterization of structures, tissue organization, and internal properties of wood and other tree compartments. It provides crucial support for research on structure–function relationships in complex biological systems. This cluster is supported by the technical workshops for preparation and design integrated within SILVATECH, ensuring comprehensive sample management.