The NorMIC workshop series aims to teach biological researchers the principles of biological microscopy and image processing.
Time and place: June 2, 2026 – June 5, 2026, Kristine Bonnevies Hus, University of Oslo
Poster of 15th NorMIC workshop
The NorMIC workshop series aims to teach biological researchers—including PhD students, engineers, postdocs, and young principal investigators (PIs)—the principles of biological microscopy and image processing.
Registration (deadline 1st May 2026)
Example Schedule from past workshop
Registeration Deadline is 1st May and we will let you know the outcome by 5th May.
People who need to plan for travel should contact Edna (xian.hu at medisin.uio.no) and secure a seat earlier if needed.
The theory lectures in the mornings are free to attend, with no registration required. Alternatively, one can submit a simplified registration via the registration link, stating the lecturers only in the payment area. You will receive all the teaching material by email.
For the full workshop including hands on and social session. Registeration fee is 3000kr, tea break, lunch for 4 days and one conference dinner is included.
We be able to offer some scholarships to participants in the form of waived registration, should you have a valid reason to join the workshop and are willing to volunteer to help with logistics. Please leave a note in the payment area so we can review your case.
This workshop does not offer ECTS credit automatically, but many past participants have successfully converted the attendance into study points(2 ECTS).
Aim of the Workshop
The workshop aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of imaging science, rather than focusing solely on operational techniques to produce attractive images. By the end of the workshop, students are expected to have a broad understanding of modern microscopy technologies. They will be equipped to evaluate the strengths and limitations of optical microscopy and make informed decisions when selecting the appropriate microscopy modality for their research.
Workshop Format
- Morning Sessions: These will consist of lectures covering essential scientific topics related to various aspects of microscopy imaging. The lectures will be delivered by both international and local imaging scientists, including some who have invented major microscope technologies, as well as industry experts. The morning sessions are free and open to public.
- Afternoon Sessions: Participants will engage in hands-on sessions working with microscopes or on group projects. Students will be divided into five groups based on their research interests, allowing them to rotate through different microscope stations. In the afternoon, students will apply the knowledge and theories learned during the morning lectures to practical exercises. They will have the opportunity to compare different microscopes and imaging modalities, reinforcing their understanding and ability to choose the best technologies for their research needs.
More information
Tentative Teacher and Staff of the Workshop
- Rainer Heintzmann (Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology in Jena, Germany)
- Felix Margadant (IBV, University of Oslo, Norway)
- Kay Schink (IMB, University of Oslo, Norway)
- PC Cheng (State University of New York in Buffalo, USA)
- Edna, Xian Hu (Life Sciences Building, University of Oslo, Norway)
- Oddmund Bakke (IBV, University of Oslo, Norway)
- Frode Skjeldal (IBV, University of Oslo, Norway)
- Linda Haugen(IBV, University of Oslo, Norway)
- Anna Lång(Riks Hospital, Oslo University Hospital, Norway)
The workshop receives financial support from Bridging Nordic Microscopy Infrastructure(BNMI) and is hosted by NorMIC Microscopy Imaging Platform
Organiser
Edna Xian Hu and Oddmund Bakke
Tags: Microscope, Optical Microscope, Imaging, STED
