A PhD position is available at the University Paris Descartes for developing a novel generation of super-resolution microscope allowing video-rate three-dimensional super-resolution microscopy, in the frame of a project funded by the French Research National Agency (ANR).
The imaging rate is an especially important parameter in neurobiology, all the more critical when imaging quickly evolving nano-structures or quickly diffusing nano-particles.
The proposed project aims at exploring a novel microscopy approach relying on the use of random light (or “speckles”). Although it may appear counter-intuitive, speckles indeed feature several important properties that make them especially suited for fast super-resolution imaging. Furthermore, random light spontaneously appear inside scattering tissues, making this approach all the more promising for imaging through strongly scattering media such as in-depth in tissues.
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate interested in experimental optics in order to develop the microscope system and validate its performances both on physical and biological samples.
For more information, please contact Dr. Marc Guillon (marc.guillon@parisdescartes.fr)