Ohio University MicroCT Scanner

OU µCT Quick Facts

• Function: Noninvasive 3D imaging of in vivo and inanimate subjects for analysis of structural properties, composition, and anatomy
• Location: Edison Biotechnology Institute, Konneker Research Labs, the Ridges
• Knowledgeable staff with more than 11 years’ experience with microCT at OU
• Model: TriFoil Imaging eXplore CT 120 Small Animal X-Ray CT Scanner
• Custom generator producing 5 kW peak power for dense object penetration and fast scan times
• Resolution: isotropic voxel sizes of 25, 50, &100 µm (e.g., 25 µm = 0.025 mm)
• Feature detectability: 4 µm
• Maximum sample/specimen size: 85 x 85 x 250 mm
• Energy: 40–120 kV. Current: 50 mA max.
• Cardiac and respiratory gating to reduce motion artifact in live animals
• Hourly rates: OU: $75. Non-OU Academic: $150. Commercial: $180
• Add-on services available (e.g., visualization, analysis)

Contact OUµCT Personnel for more information

• Lawrence M. Witmer, PhD, Professor, Biomedical Sciences, OU-HCOM, witmerL@ohio.edu
• Ryan C. Ridgely, Research Associate, Biomedical Sciences, OU-HCOM, ridgely@ohio.edu