20 August 2025 – The Comparative Medicine and Technology Unit (COMeT), Institute of Bioscience (IBS) in collaboration with Neoscience Sdn. Bhd. successfully organized an insightful Seminar on In Vivo Imaging Solutions, which attracted 79 participants from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) and various institutions including Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), the National Institute of Biotechnology Malaysia (NIBM), and the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB).

The audience comprised researchers, lecturers, postgraduate students, and industry partners, reflecting the growing interest in in vivo imaging as a key approach to support the 3Rs in animal research (Replacement, Reduction and Refinement).

In her officiating speech, Professor Dr. Ina Salwany Md. Yassin, Deputy Director of IBS, expressed her hopes that the seminar would provide valuable insights, inspire new ideas, particularly in imaging for fish research and foster stronger collaborations to benefit the research community.

The seminar was delivered by Ms. Koe Xue Fen, Chief Technical Officer of Neoscience Sdn. Bhd., who introduced participants to three imaging systems: VEGA Ultrasound, IVIS In Vivo Imaging System, and Quantum GX3 Micro CT Imaging System. Each system showcased unique applications tailored to research needs. For example, Micro CT imaging enables researchers to monitor tumour progression non-invasively, while the IVIS system is ideal for biodistribution studies, allowing real-time tracking of cells, vaccines, or products tagged with bioluminescence.

This seminar not only enhanced understanding of advanced imaging technologies but also reinforced the importance of collaborative efforts in driving impactful scientific discoveries.

The event concluded with a group photography session and light refreshments, marking a successful platform for knowledge sharing and networking.

Date of Input: 20/08/2025 | Updated: 20/08/2025 | azah