Optical Analysis Facility Overview

The Optical Analysis Facility (OAF) is a central service laboratory housed in the Department of Biological Sciences. The OAF specializes in electron and light microscopy of biological samples and soft materials. The Facility provides equipment, assistance, and training for faculty, staff and students in the Department of Biological Sciences, the College of Arts and Sciences and The University of Alabama who wish to use microscopy in their research and/or teaching activities. In addition, the Facility is available to other State of Alabama agencies and private companies on a consulting basis.