Leica Microsystems has introduced the Viventis SCAPE light sheet microscope, a system designed to help lab managers and research teams capture fast biological processes in three dimensions while maintaining sample integrity. Announced at Focus on Microscopy (FOM) 2026, the system combines high-speed volumetric imaging with standard sample carrier compatibility to streamline workflows and improve reproducibility.
Faster 3D Imaging Without Compromising Sample Viability
Many biologically relevant processes occur on extremely short timescales, making them difficult to capture in 3D without damaging samples. Viventis SCAPE addresses this challenge by combining rapid volumetric imaging with gentle imaging conditions, enabling researchers to observe live biological dynamics as they happen.
“With Viventis SCAPE, our goal is to empower researchers to explore new frontiers in volumetric live‑cell imaging, enabling insights that are unattainable with other technologies,” said James O’Brien, Vice President of Life Sciences and Applied Solutions at Leica Microsystems. “It enables researchers to follow biology as it occurs, without altering physiological states, with increased throughput, and obtain results faster by resolving dynamics as they happen.”
For lab managers, this means fewer trade-offs between speed, resolution, and sample health—key factors in designing reliable experiments and maximizing instrument utilization.
Standard Sample Carriers Support Reproducibility and Workflow Consistency
A notable advantage of the Viventis SCAPE system is its compatibility with standard sample carriers. This design choice simplifies experimental setup and supports consistency across studies, making it easier for teams to compare results and replicate experiments.
Key benefits for lab operations include:
- Improved reproducibility through standardized sample handling
- Easier integration into existing lab workflows
- Reduced need for specialized consumables or custom setups
- More consistent data across experimental conditions
By enabling comparable data collection and consistent workflows, the system helps research teams move more efficiently from observation to actionable insights.
Supporting High-Throughput, Data-Rich Research
Viventis SCAPE’s ability to capture fast and complex biological dynamics without missing critical events also supports higher throughput. This is particularly valuable for labs managing multiple projects or working with time-sensitive biological models.
The system’s performance can help teams:
- Increase experiment throughput without sacrificing data quality
- Capture transient biological events in real time
- Strengthen confidence in experimental conclusions
As part of the Danaher ecosystem, Leica Microsystems continues to focus on enabling rigorous, efficient scientific workflows across life science applications.
The Viventis SCAPE light sheet microscope is now available globally through Leica Microsystems and its authorized partners.
