Applied Scientific Instrumentation (ASI)
Biotechnology ResearchOregon, United States11-50 Employees
Applied Scientific Instrumentation (ASI) develops equipment for microscope automation and high-precision imaging within biotechnology research. Its product line includes integrated systems for automated microscopy, modular configurations, and light-sheet setups, along with imaging accessories, focusing mechanisms, and high-precision motorized stages, with customization offered to match researchers' specifications. Founded in 1990 and based in Eugene, Oregon, ASI emphasizes collaboration between engineers and researchers worldwide, and its devices are tested across many laboratories to verify research integrity. The company serves biotechnology researchers who require reliable automation and imaging capabilities to improve workflow efficiency and data quality. A notable development in recent years is a December 2022 partnership with Leica Microsystems to commercialize single-objective light-sheet microscopy, highlighting ASI's role in advancing microscopy hardware.