About the ELMI

ELMI was created in 2001 to establish a unique communication network between European scientists working in the field of light microscopy and the manufacturers of their equipment.

Welcome to the European Light Microscopy Initiative (ELMI)

The upcoming ELMI meeting is taking place 16-19 June 2026 in Coimbra, Portugal.

In collaboration with MicroscopyDB we offer announcements of Conferences and Meetings, Courses and Workshops and Jobs.

There is also a repository of Community tools provided from and for the community.

We are open to welcome new members.