Beyond the Visible: Expanding the Possibilities of LED Illumination
Visible light has had a very good run, but longer wavelengths are helping imaging systems reveal what the human eye politely ignores…
Multiplexing: Because One Fluorophore Was Too Easy
‘Multiplexing’ might sound like the sort of word that should belong in a cinema, or a very complicated tax return, but let’s take a closer look…
Advancing Spatial Biology with New 10 Channel Fluorescence Illumination System
Discover the new CoolLED pE-10: a 10-channel LED Illumination System developed for advanced multiplex fluorescence imaging
LEDs for Semiconductor Inspection & Metrology
How LEDs support stable, repeatable semiconductor inspection and metrology
From Concept to Commerce – Insights from my time at CoolLED
Good imaging starts with good light. A neuroscience student reflects on phototoxicity, data quality, and her time at CoolLED…
Mercury Phase-Out Panic? Take the Readiness Quiz
The move from mercury and metal halide to LED illumination doesn’t need to be rushed, stressful or wildly expensive all at once… But it does need to start somewhere
How long will your metal halide bulb supply really last?
We created a straightforward calculator designed to estimate how long your remaining mercury or metal halide lamps may last based on typical usage patterns
How Long Will Your Mercury Bulb Stock Actually Last?
Very few facilities actively and accurately track their mercury or metal halide bulb usage over time. They get ordered, installed, replaced, and eventually forgotten about. But this creates a blind spot…
Top 5 Signs Your Microscope Setup Is Working Against You
Have you ever felt like your microscope has a slight vendetta against you? It seems to works okay for everyone else, but for you it’s like trying to convince a really tired toddler to put their shoes on? Chances are, it might not be your fault…
Looking Ahead to 2026: A Year of Progress, Partnership and Purpose
As we look into 2026, our goals are simple, even if the work itself is complex…
How LEDs Keep Your Experiments Bright All Winter
In the spirit of frosty mornings, here’s a blog about why LEDs are particularly well-behaved companions even during the chilliest months
If Fluorophores Had Performance Reviews
Everyone needs a performance review, even Fluorophores, and as with any employee, getting the best out of them is all about understanding what they need…
