McCrone Research Institute

The McCrone Research Institute. What’s that you ask? Well, this is a world where the invisible becomes visible. Here, we explore the world on a microscopic level. The McCrone Research Institute is a unique place, a haven for those who want to delve deeper into the secrets of the microscopic universe. It’s a not-for-profit organization dedicated to teaching the proper use of microscopes. The McCrone Research Institute was founded by Dr. Walter C. McCrone, a pioneering microscopist, back in 1960. Since then it has grown into the world’s only teaching and applied scientific research organization focused on microscopy and microanalysis. It uses these techniques to solve complex problems in fields from forensic investigation to environmental protection. It’s amazing how the world expands when you put a microscope in front of it.
The McCrone Research Institute is a place where experts train scientists from around the world. They have more than 30,000 graduates who have completed intensive one-week courses. These courses can be hands-on and cover anything from forensic microscopy to materials analysis, making them perfect for professionals who want to hone their microscopic skills. I once heard an interesting anecdote about one of the graduates who used the knowledge they gained at the institute to solve a mystery that had baffled the local police for months. This is what makes McCrone Research Institute a world-class facility, a place where science and discovery go hand in hand. The Institute holds various conferences, like the Inter/Micro Conference, which is known for attracting microscopists from all over the world. It is also recognized as a “center of excellence” by the National Institute of Justice and as a world-class technological resource facility by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.
So, step inside, and let your imagination run wild. Here, in the heart of Chicago, we’re unveiling the secrets of the tiniest particles, one microscopic revelation at a time.