Human Distal Lung Organoid showing club cells and ciliated cells, everted for 10 days. Acquired with ZEISS LSM 900, Plan-Apochromat 63× / 1.40 Oil DIC M27. Courtesy of Prof. C. Kuo, Department of Medicine, Hematology Division, Stanford University, USA.
Courtesy of Prof. C. Kuo, Department of Medicine, Hematology Division, Stanford University, USA.

Empowering Research at Alderley Park

with ZEISS and Bruntwood SciTech

Bruntwood SciTech is dedicated to empowering the growth of science and technology businesses by providing innovative and flexible workspaces tailored to their unique needs. They create collaborative environments that foster innovation and knowledge sharing, while also offering essential support services, including access to funding and networking opportunities. With properties strategically located in key industry clusters across the UK, Bruntwood SciTech facilitates connections between businesses, researchers, and entrepreneurs.

Our partnership is designed to empower researchers with state-of-the-art microscopy tools, fostering a collaborative ecosystem that accelerates breakthroughs in drug discovery, cell biology, and biomedical research.

  • Access to Advanced Imaging Technology
  • Comprehensive Support and Training
  • Microscopy Troubleshooting

Partnership

In Collaboration With
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    Bruntwood SciTech - Alderley Park

    We are proud to partner Bruntwood SciTech at Alderly Park. Set within 400 acres of woodland and parkland, Alderley Park is a unique innovation campus in Cheshire designed to bring people and businesses together. From creative startups and scaleups to multinational businesses, it’s home to a diverse and collaborative community driving progress across a range of industries.

Aerial view of Alderley Park

Aerial View of Alderley Park

Empowering Research Through Partnership

What the ZEISS partnership means for you — gain priority access to advanced imaging systems, expert guidance, and a platform to push the boundaries of your research.

  • Access to State of the Art Imaging Technology: ZEISS provides tenant researchers with the Axiovert 5 digital imaging system equipped with AI-driven tools to enhance research capabilities. 
  • Collaborative Ecosystem: Alderley Park facilitates collaboration among startups, research groups, and industry experts, enabling tenants to leverage ZEISS expertise and technology for groundbreaking innovations.
  • Comprehensive Support and Training: The ZEISS team offers training and support to resident scientists, maximizing the impact of the technology and facilitating collaborative research opportunities.
  • Scientific Services to Support your Research: The co-working lab space offers state-of-the-art equipment and shared services to accelerate research for start-ups and growing business.
  • Engagement Opportunities: Participate in 'lunch and learn' events, talks from key opinion leaders, and on-site pop-up imaging clinics, all designed to showcase application topics and foster networking.

ZEISS Imaging Solutions at Alderley Park

Reserve time to accelerate your research and discover powerful microscopy solutions.
  • ZEISS Axiovert 5 Digital

    ZEISS Axiovert 5 Digital

  • ZEISS Axiovert 5 Digital

    ZEISS Axiovert 5 Digital

    ZEISS Axiovert 5 Digital

    Smart widefield microscopy at your fingertips

    The ZEISS Axiovert 5 Digital is a next-generation inverted microscope designed for efficient and intuitive imaging—no additional computer required.

    This all-in-one digital microscope combines high-quality optics with an integrated camera and smart documentation features. With just one push of a button, you can capture crisp images, add scale bars, and export data directly to your preferred storage—streamlining your workflow from image acquisition to analysis.

    Engineered for cell culture, routine imaging, and training applications, the Axiovert 5 Digital supports brightfield, phase contrast, and fluorescence imaging. It’s an ideal solution for researchers looking for quick, reliable, and easy-to-use microscopy without compromising on quality.

    Book Your Session
    The Axiovert 5 Digital is available in the Innovation Suite. Stop by to explore its capabilities and book your session.

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    Want to make the most of the Axiovert 5 Digital and its AI capabilities? Check out these helpful resources.

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Research in Action: Case Studies and Applications of Featured Imaging Technologies

Dive into real-world case studies and webinars that highlight how AI-enhanced imaging technologies are helping researchers model disease, analyze complex tissues, and bring safer, more effective drugs to market.
  • Understanding and Predicting Drug-Induced Liver Damage - hepatocyte hypertrophy is a major cause of drug failure in clinical trials. Researchers like Simon Plummer are using AI-driven imaging to better model liver responses and improve drug safety.

  • AI-driven imaging is unlocking the full potential of complex in vitro models (CIVM), overcoming the limits of 2D analysis for 3D/4D data. This shift—accelerated by FDA recognition—enables scalable, automated, and biologically relevant drug discovery using advanced microscopy and analysis tools.

  • Watch a video demo of ZEISS arivis Pro using machine learning to segment organoid structures and study Wnt signaling in maturation. Once trained, the analysis runs at scale via parallel processing in ZEISS arivis Hub for high-content 3D analysis.

  • Learn how to study Wnt signaling in intestinal organoids using simple imaging and AI-powered analysis. Explore how machine learning enables segmentation of organoid layers, nuclei, and cell bodies for deeper biological insights.

  • Evaluate drug-induced cytotoxicity more efficiently with an AI-powered workflow combining widefield imaging, HCS, and automated analysis on the ZEISS Celldiscoverer 7. This approach enables precise cell segmentation, viability assessment, and faster identification of effective treatment strategies in biopharma research.

  • Traditional 2D cultures fall short in predicting drug responses, but advanced Organ-on-a-Chip models paired with high-resolution 3D imaging are changing the game.

    Using the ZEISS LSM 910 with Airyscan, researchers can visualize detailed cellular behavior and gene expression, enabling earlier toxicity detection and more confident drug development.

  • Explore how 3D High Content Analysis and AI-powered imaging workflows are transforming biotech and pharma research. Learn how our solutions enable scalable, high-throughput 3D imaging with accurate segmentation and reproducible insights—accelerating discovery and reducing variability.

  • Explore microscopy solutions designed to support drug discovery workflows — enabling precise target identification, scalable high-content screening, and AI-powered image analysis.

Meet the Team

Our dedicated ZEISS specialists are on hand to answer any questions you have about this partnership and to provide technical support for our imaging solutions in the innovations suite.
Dr. Emily Spencer
Dr. Emily Spencer Business Development Manager - Biotech & Pharma
Mr. Simon Denham
Dr. Matt Haley Account Manager – North Region & ROI
Dr. Emily Spencer
Dr. Emily Spencer Business Development Manager - Biotech & Pharma
Mr. Simon Denham
Dr. Matt Haley Account Manager – North Region & ROI

Events

Stay tuned for information on seminars, networking opportunities, training sessions, and 'lunch and learn' events - coming soon to Alderley Park.

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