An extensive range of equipment for optical and electrophysiological measurements
Cairn Research is an independent scientific instruments manufacturer based in Kent, England. They design and build an extensive range of equipment for optical and electrophysiological measurements. In addition to supplying their standard product range to a worldwide customer base they have extensive experience in providing integrated solutions for demanding experimental needs.

About Cairn Research:
Cairn Research is an independent, employee owned, microscopy research-orientated company specialising in solutions for the life sciences for nearly 40 years. From their origins as a provider of turnkey optical systems for fast intracellular ion measurements, they have maintained close links with their academic customer base. This has enabled them to develop a broad range of products and solutions to meet their expanding needs. Their strength lies in their understanding of both the requirements of the microscopy research community and of the advances in technology from which they can benefit. Cairn Research has evolved organically to encompass four distinct, but interrelated areas – fluorescence illumination, fluorescence detection, high end imaging systems & custom design.
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- Cairn Research
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