The Central Imaging and Flow Cytometry Facility (CIFF) at the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) is a state-of-the-art core facility dedicated to providing advanced imaging and cell analysis capabilities to the research community. CIFF serves as a multidisciplinary platform that supports cutting-edge research in cell biology, developmental biology, neurobiology, biophysics, and related fields.

Equipped with world-class instrumentation, CIFF offers a comprehensive suite of technologies for light and confocal microscopy, super-resolution imaging, live-cell imaging, and flow cytometry-based cell sorting and analysis. The facility enables researchers to visualize dynamic cellular processes, quantify molecular events, and analyze heterogeneous cell populations with high precision.

Beyond instrumentation, CIFF is built on a philosophy of collaborative learning and technical excellence. The facility’s expert staff provide hands-on training, experimental design consultation, empowering users to adopt cutting-edge imaging and cytometry methods for their research.

By integrating technological innovation with biological discovery, CIFF continues to play a central role in advancing our understanding of the cellular and molecular mechanisms that underlie life.