April 7-10 2025: 3D virtual biology training
Instructors
- Amélie Beaudet, CNRS Junior Professor Chair
- Camille Grohé, Assistant Professor
- Gildas Merceron, CNRS Senior Director
- Jérôme Surault, University Technician
- Axelle Walker, CNRS Postdoctoral Researcher
- Charlotte Theye, Fyssen Postdoctoral Researcher
Download the training program
Programme summary
This course offered by the Palevoprim laboratory (UMR 7262 University of Poitiers & CNRS Ecology & Environment) aims to provide knowledge and skills in the use of 3D imaging tools in the natural sciences, from the acquisition and processing of virtual data (surfaces and internal structures of an object) to statistical analyses with the goal of addressing specific research questions.
You will be trained in surface scanning of biological objects at various resolutions using a profilometer (Leica DCM8) and two 3D scanners (Artec Space Spider, Medit i700). Additionally, you will become familiar with the principles of X-ray scanning for anatomical specimens (including bones, dental skeletal elements, and soft tissues) to non-invasively access their internal structures using CT, microCT, and synchrotron imaging.
3D data from CT and MRI scans will be processed (e.g. 3D reconstruction of regions of interest, work on texture, mesh, different image formats and 3D objects) before being analyzed (in particular with morphometric parameters). You will also learn how to extract 3D data available from online resources (e.g. MorphoMuseuM, Morphosource) and use the appropriate formats and software to process them. Finally, you will receive an introduction to methods for 3D model printing using the Raise3D PRO2+ and Zortrax M200+ printers.
The purpose of virtual models is both to provide scientific data but also to serve as essential archives for data sharing between researchers, preserving and enhancing the value of original specimens and supporting natural science education through educational materials.
List of equipments
- Leica DCM8 (Leica Microsystems)
- Artec Space Spider (Artec 3D)
- Medit i700 (Medit)
- Zortrax M200+ (Zortrax)
- Raise3D PRO2+ (Raise3D)
List of commercial software and freeware
- Leica Scan
- Leica Map
- Artec Studio
- Medit Link
- Z-suite
- Ideamaker
- TinkerCAD
- Avizo
- 3D Slicer
- Meshlab
- R Studio
Instructions for registration
- No specific prerequisites
- Whenever possible, practical work materials will be tailored to each participant’s interests. Therefore, please provide information about your study subjects and expectations at the time of registration.
- Limited to 8 participants