Our Mission and Staff
The mission of the Campus Microscopy and Imaging Facility (CMIF) is to provide microscopy advice, education and instrument training for the research community. The highly experienced CMIF staff is committed to providing the researcher with publication quality, high-resolution images for use in manuscripts and grant applications.
Jeff Tonniges, PhD - Interim Director
Jeff has over 10 years of experience with light microscopy and electron microscopy. He received an MS in physics from Creighton University and a PhD in biophysics from The Ohio State University. Jeff has considerable expertise in applying standard and advanced techniques in light and electron microscopy to a diverse array of research questions. In particular, he is interested in quantitative image analysis, and developing new microscopy protocols and techniques. Jeff enjoys working with others to achieve their research goals.
Brian Kemmenoe, Bsc
Brian Kemmenoe is an experienced light and electron microscopist. He has a Bsc in Applied Biology and has significant expertise in fluorescence microscopy using both wide-field and confocal microscopes. Brian has a strong research background and expertise in the preparation of biological specimens for SEM and TEM. Brian can help with brightfield and confocal microscopy and SEM sample preparation and imaging. He really enjoys working with students and staff to help them achieve their research goals using the CMIF systems.
Steph Amici, PhD - Microscopy Specialist
Steph has worked in research for over 20 years. She has an undergraduate degree in Evolution, Ecology and Organismal Biology from Ohio State and a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Florida. Her primary areas of study are cellular and molecular neurobiology and immunology. She has imaging expertise in light and confocal microscopy, as well as live-cell imaging and transmission electron microscopy. She is excited to work with people to help them realize their imaging goals.