ANRF National Facility for Cryo-Electron Microscopy at IIT Madras
We empower students, researchers, and faculty with cutting-edge Cryo-Electron Microscopy (cryo-EM) tools and rigorous training to drive breakthroughs in basic and applied research. Our facility serves as a hub for innovation across the life sciences, materials science, and environmental science.
From introductory orientations for undergraduates to advanced, hands-on sessions for academic and industry professionals, we provide the expertise needed to reveal atomic-level insights. Our specialist team is dedicated to maintaining world-class instrumentation, guiding users through every stage of the imaging process, and fostering collaborations that enrich the global scientific community.
Key Capabilities:
- Advanced Instrumentation: We house and operate two high-end electron microscopes:
- Krios G4: 300 kV XFEG + F4i Direct Electron Detector + Selectris Energy Filter.
- Talos F200i: 200 kV XFEG + Ceta 16M CMOS Camera + Panther STEM Detector + Dual-X EDS Detector.
- Specialized Labs: A dedicated sample preparation laboratory for both standard TEM and cryo-TEM grids.
- Comprehensive Training: Programs tailored for all levels, from students to faculty, in cryo-EM techniques.
- End-to-End Support: Expert assistance with grid preparation, data collection, computational analysis, and result interpretation.
- Industrial Services: Targeted consultations, data acquisition, and image analysis for industrial clients.
- Knowledge Dissemination: Regular seminars and workshops to share the latest cryo-EM applications across disciplines.
Partner Institutions
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB)
Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad (IIT Palakkad)
SASTRA Deemed University Tirumalaisamudram
Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore
Madras Rubber Factory (MRF)
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
Anna University
University of Madras
Funding Agencies
