University of Georgia
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Mitochondria and ER
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Georgia Electron Microscopy is home to electron microscopy instrumentation and equipment for multi-disciplinary research. A highly knowledgeable technical staff with diverse backgrounds work with a wide variety of clients to maximize results. GEM provides a broad range of assistance for research, training, and service functions.  GEM is a member of the Georgia Research Alliance Core Exchange.  The Core service provides workshops, outreach and assists with courses for the University System of Georgia.

Featured Researchers

Dr. Jaroslava Halper
Professor and Medical Pathologist, Department of Pathology, College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Aaron Thompson
Assistant Professor, Crop and Soil Sciences
Dr. Tim Hoover
Professor and Head of Microbiology
Dr. Sergiy Minko
Georgia Power Professor of Fiber and Polymer Science
Dr. Suraj Sharma
Assistant Professor, Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors
Dr. Yiping Zhao
Associate Professor, Physics
Dr. William L. Kerr
Professor and Coordinator, Food Processing Research & Development Laboratory

News and Events

GEM Covid Guidelines

Remember to wipe down all surfaces before and after instrument use! To comply with UGA’s continuing requirements, each instrument room can accommodate only one individual. Face coverings must be worn at all times. Please use Priority Software’s Facility Billing System (FBS) to reserve instrument time, leaving 10 minutes between... Read more →

Hitachi SU-9000 STEM

Our newest electron microscope, the Hitachi SU9000-EA, is ready for samples and training! Contact Eric Formo for more information and consultation. Read more →

Biological TEM Workshop, March 10-12, 2021

This intensive, three-day workshop will provide a practical and basic theoretical introduction to the Transmission Electron Microscope and biological sample preparation techniques. Each day will consist of lecture, discussion and hands-on training led by GEM staff. Read more →