We’re proud to announce the official integration of our two new cutting-edge imaging Nodes into the French Node of Euro-BioImaging: Normandie and Rhône-Alpes!

With this upgrade, the French Node now spans 10 geographical sites and provides access to 30 state-of-the-art imaging facilities, supporting both national and transnational users.

Why does this matter for the Euro-BioImaging community?

These new Nodes significantly expand the scope and excellence of the French Node:

Normandie Node (PRIMACEN – Rouen) brings unique expertise in:

• Intravital imaging for vascular diseases, including brain and heart imaging
• Microalgal biosciences and marine biology imaging
• Advanced cryo-correlative microscopies (CLEM) and super-resolution imaging

Rhône-Alpes Node (LYMIC – Lyon & ISDV – Grenoble) enhances our capacity with:

• Pioneering technologies in biomechanics and mechanobiology
• Rare capacities in spatial transcriptomics, adaptive optics, and metabolic imaging
• Deep expertise in large-volume 3D EM with integrated image analysis pipelines

These new capabilities fill critical technological and geographic gaps and will benefit users across Europe seeking access to next-generation imaging and expert support.

Users can expect powerful collaborations, robust training opportunities, and access to highly specialized platforms.