Research Facilities

State-of-the-art equipment for cutting-edge biophotonics research

Laboratory Equipment & Facility

BRIGHT Lab is equipped with advanced instrumentation for biophotonic research, enabling our team to conduct cutting-edge investigations in Raman spectroscopy, label-free imaging, and AI-driven diagnostics. Our facilities support both fundamental research and clinical translation of novel technologies.

Animal Cell Culture Facilities

Comprehensive facilities for biological sample preparation, cell culture, and specimen handling, ensuring proper conditions for high-quality experimental work.

Key Capabilities:

  • Class II Biosafety Cabinets for sterile work
  • CO2 incubator
  • Cryogenic storage (-80°C freezers and liquid nitrogen)
  • Centrifuges and microcentrifuges
  • Spectrophotometers and plate readers
  • Microtome for tissue sectioning

Spectroscopy Systems

Multiple laser sources covering UV to NIR wavelengths for various spectroscopic and imaging applications, with precise power control and beam shaping capabilities.

Key Capabilities:

  • Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy
  • UV-Visible Spectroscopy System
  • Fiber-coupled and free-space configurations
  • Precision power meters and beam profilers

Optics & Photonics Components

Extensive collection of optical components and instruments for custom system development and experimental flexibility.

Key Capabilities:

  • Inverted microscope objectives (4x to 40x)
  • Optical filters, mirrors, and beam splitters
  • Spectrometers and monochromators
  • Cameras (CCD, CMOS, sCMOS) for various applications

AI & Machine Learning Computing Infrastructure

High-performance computing resources dedicated to artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in biomedical image analysis and diagnostic algorithm development.

Key Capabilities:

  • GPU-supported systems for deep learning and data analysis
  • Deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras)
  • Large-scale data storage and management
  • Cloud computing integration for scalable analysis
  • Access to high-performance computing facilities (PARAM GANGA)
  • Custom algorithm development and data processing pipelines
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Raman Spectroscopy Systems

Our lab will be housing Raman spectroscopy system for molecular characterization and biomedical applications. These systems enable label-free, non-destructive analysis of biological samples with high molecular specificity.

Key Capabilities:

  • Confocal Raman Microscopy with spatial resolution down to 300 nm
  • Multiple excitation wavelengths (532 nm, 785 nm)
  • Automated mapping and imaging capabilities
  • Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS)
  • Temperature-controlled sample stage

Collaborative Facilities & Resources

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Central Instrumentation Facility

Access to IIT Roorkee's central facilities including electron microscopy, mass spectrometry, and advanced characterization tools.

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Clinical Partnerships

Collaborations with leading hospitals for clinical validation and translational research opportunities.

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High-Performance Computing

Access to institutional HPC clusters for large-scale computational analyses and simulations.

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Library Resources

Complete access to scientific journals, databases, and reference materials through IIT Roorkee library.