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  • Remote access for microCT data reconstruction and visualization server Image

    Beamline Update: Remote access for microCT data reconstruction and visualization server

    Posted on May 07, 2020
    Together with IT group at CLS we have enabled remote access to one of our reconstruction servers. Users can obtain remote access to 5-10 data sets at a time, reconstruct data, and use Avizo for visualization and data analysis directly on BMIT server. Please contact Dr. Adam Webb (adam.webb@lightsource.ca) for details and scheduling. Depending on the number of requests access duration may be limited to 2-3 days.


  • CLS extends shutdown Image

    Beamline Update: CLS extends shutdown

    Posted on July 30, 2018
    CLS extends shutdown to repair electron gun  The Canadian Light Source is extending an unexpected shutdown to repair a critical piece of equipment. In order to complete the repairs, the CLS is cancelling user shifts until Nov. 16. Additionally, the CLS will not be issuing a call for proposals for new projects to be scheduledbetween Jan. and June 2019.


  • Beamlines of the Biomedical Imaging and Therapy Facility at the Canadian Light Source Image

    Beamline Update: Beamlines of the Biomedical Imaging and Therapy Facility at the Canadian Light Source

    Posted on January 01, 2013
    05ID-2 overview We describe here the insertion device (ID) beamline 05ID-2 with the beam terminated in SOE-1 experimental hutch. This endstation is designed for imaging and therapy research primarily in animals from mice to humans to horses, as well as tissue specimens including plants.