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Microscopy Services for Biotech & Pharma

For biopharma companies that require high-performance imaging but prefer not to invest in their own microscopy equipment, ZEISS offers advanced microscopy-as-a-service solutions. Whether you need high-resolution imaging, AI-powered analysis, or expert consultation, we provide on-demand access to state-of-the-art microscopy technology—eliminating the need for capital expenditure and in-house expertise.

With ZEISS Microscopy Services, you can accelerate drug discovery, optimize screening workflows, and gain critical insights into disease biology—all while focusing on your research rather than equipment maintenance.

Services across your drug discovery journey

Expert imaging services from target ID to preclinical validation

Target identification

Unlock disease biology with precision imaging

Understanding disease mechanisms begins with accurate visualization at the molecular level. ZEISS empowers biopharma researchers with high-resolution imaging, enabling deep analysis of cellular structures, protein interactions, and biomarkers. With flexible access to advanced microscopy, expert guided workflows, and AI-powered analysis, your team can accelerate novel drug target discovery without the burden of upfront equipment costs.

Lead screening

Streamline lead screening with smart imaging solutions

Efficient lead screening is critical to advancing drug candidates with confidence. ZEISS Microscopy Services support your team with automated high throughput imaging, quantitative cellular response analysis, and AI-powered data interpretation—helping you make faster, more informed decisions while maximizing workflow efficiency.

Preclinical work

Advance preclinical research with translational imaging tools

From early discovery to IND-enabling studies, ZEISS Microscopy Applications ervices deliver the imaging power needed to move breakthroughs closer to the clinic. With 3D and spatial biology workflows, deep tissue imaging for biomarker discovery, and AI-driven analysis, our solutions help preclinical teams generate high-quality, actionable data—faster and with greater confidence.

Applications services & expert consulting

Combine technology and experience to accelerate your research

  • Slide scanning

    Fluorescence, brightfield and polarization

    Digitize your specimens with ZEISS Axioscan 7 – the reliable, reproducible way to create high-quality virtual microscope slides.

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    Imaging features

    • Outstanding image quality
    • Brightfield & fluorescence
    • Polarized light
    • Z-stacks
    • Spectral separation for fluorescence multiplexing applications

  • Tissue multiplexing workflow

    Workflow automation at scale

    Access rich biomarker data at high consistency across large cohorts.

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    Imaging features

    • High-throughput, reproducible data
    • Well separated 8plex images in one scan
    • Customized workflows from sample prep to reports

  • 3D imaging

    High resolution imaging

    Excellent optical sections with high contrast enable high-resolution reconstruction of three-dimensional structures.

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    Imaging features

    • Optical sectioning via confocal imaging
    • Superresolution with ZEISS Airyscan 2

  • High content screening

    Efficient screening of multiwell plates

    Efficiently analyze cellular responses to drug candidates through automated imaging and quantitative data analysis.

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    Imaging features

    • High quality imaging
    • Optical sectioning available for high resolution 3D imaging
    • Seven excitation lines including 735 nm far red for maximum flexibility in the choice of dyes, transmitted light contrast

  • Live imaging

    Access real-time dynamics of drug interactions

    Monitor dynamic responses to therapeutic agents and assess their efficacy and mechanisms of action in drug discovery.

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    Imaging features

    • Optical sectioning via confocal imaging
    • Sensitive high-speed super-resolution imaging with Airyscan 2 and Lattice SIM

  • Image analysis

    From sample to report with AI-powered image analysis services

    From target identification to pre-clinical research, our experts extract meaningful insights and generate custom analysis solutions and reports for your drug discovery process.

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    Imaging features

    • Quantitative processing & Powerful visualization
    • Pre-trained open-source models such as Cellpose
    • Machine Learning-based tools & AI-powered automation
    • Deep learning models for image segmentation
    • Secure and accessible data storage

  • Experimental design

    Design your microscopy studies with confidence

    ZEISS Microscopy experimental design services provide tailored solutions that integrate advanced imaging technologies with expert guidance to optimize experimental workflows for drug discovery.

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    Imaging features

    • High resolution imaging
    • Quantitative analysis

Why Biopharma leaders choose ZEISS for imaging excellence

Empower your research and accelerate discovery with our flexible microscopy services

  • Expert consultation & support

    Microscopy is more than just capturing images—it's about acquiring meaningful publication-ready data. Our team of imaging scientists, bioinformaticians, and application specialists provide end-to-end support. 

  • Options that grow with you

    Whether you're a startup or an expanding biopharma lab, ZEISS offers scalable services and flexible access to advanced microscopy. From short-term trial programs to long-term collaborations, our offerings adapt to your research goals and funding cycles. As your needs evolve, so do our solutions.

  • Ultimate imaging flexibility

    ZEISS imaging solutions adapt to your research needs—from live-cell and super-resolution to multiplexed and spatial imaging. Our platforms integrate seamlessly into diverse workflows and scale as your research evolves.

FAQs about ZEISS Microscopy Services

Empower your research and accelerate discovery with our flexible capital leasing service

  • Outsourcing imaging services can lead to significant savings on equipment maintenance, personnel training, and operational costs, while also providing access to the latest technology without the burden of ownership.

  • ZEISS provides a range of imaging services, including slide scanning, tissue multiplexing, 3D imaging, live imaging, high content imaging, image analysis and consulting, tailored to meet the specific needs of biotech and pharma research.

  • ZEISS consultants work closely with researchers to optimize experimental design, ensuring that the imaging techniques chosen align with the research objectives and yield the most informative results.

  • Turnaround times vary depending on the complexity of the project, but ZEISS aims to provide timely results. Data is typically delivered in user-friendly formats, along with comprehensive analysis reports

  • ZEISS has strict data protection protocols in place to ensure the confidentiality and security of all research data, complying with industry standards and regulations.

  • ZEISS provides comprehensive support, including project consultation, experimental design assistance, and post-imaging analysis, ensuring that you receive valuable insights and guidance throughout the process.

  • ZEISS offers paid imaging services, trials and leasing options for researchers who have short-term project needs.