- In March 2024, Leica Microsystems, a leader in microscopy solutions, expanded its presence in the Middle East by partnering with King Saud University in Saudi Arabia to equip its biomedical research laboratories with advanced confocal laser scanning microscopes. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance the region’s capabilities in cellular and molecular imaging, supporting national goals for scientific innovation and precision medicine under Vision 2030
- In February 2024, Zeiss Group announced the launch of its newest confocal system, LSM 9 series, in South Africa through an exclusive partnership with local distributor LabTech Africa. The introduction of this cutting-edge system is intended to address the growing demand for high-resolution, real-time imaging in cancer research, neuroscience, and infectious disease diagnostics, reflecting Zeiss’s focus on strengthening its footprint in the region
- In January 2024, the United Arab Emirates University inaugurated a state-of-the-art microscopy core facility featuring next-generation confocal laser scanning microscopes supplied by Olympus Corporation. This development enhances the UAE’s research infrastructure, providing local scientists with advanced imaging tools for multidisciplinary applications, including pharmacology, nanotechnology, and tissue engineering
- In December 2023, Nikon Instruments Inc. collaborated with the University of Cape Town in South Africa to provide training workshops and technical support for confocal microscopy applications in virology and immunology. This initiative aims to build local capacity and promote the adoption of advanced imaging techniques in academic and clinical research across the region
- In November 2023, Thermo Fisher Scientific supported a new digital pathology initiative launched in Egypt, integrating confocal laser scanning microscopes into the national cancer diagnostic network. This project reflects growing regional investment in high-end imaging systems to improve diagnostic accuracy and support telemedicine-driven healthcare transformation
