Nikon Advanced Modulation Contrast Now Available

Nikon has announced the availability of a new light microscopy contrast method – NAMC (Nikon Advanced Modulation Contrast). Offering enhanced image sharpness and definition, NAMC can be used in all applications that traditionally use Hoffman Modulation Contrast and is particularly important in live cell applications, such as IVF, for the observation of specimens in plastic dishes. NAMC is currently available for Nikon’s Ti series inverted microscopes.

In the same way as Hoffman Modulation Contrast, NAMC is used to enhance contrast in both stained and unstained specimens. The NAMC system uses new Plan Fluor objectives and a full 360º-degree rotating modulator with a convenient ‘stop’ mechanism. NAMC accessories include condensers, turrets and modules and five specifically designed NAMC objectives, including Super Plan Fluor ELWD 20x and 40x, and Achromat 10x, LWD 20x and 40x.