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Resources​

Find all the resources and links you need including the instruction manual, plankton imaging protocol, technical documentation, and more.

RESOURCES

Documentations to Support Your PlanktoScope Journey



Instruction Manual

Just received your PlanktoScope? This guide walks you through the essential steps to assemble, connect, and launch your PlanktoScope for the first time.

View the instruction manu​​al


Protocole for Plankton Imaging

Our scientific partners have developed a detailed protocol for using the PlanktoScope. It covers key steps for setup, calibration, sample imaging, data export, and maintenance, along with tips for working with EcoTaxa and basic troubleshooting.  

       Access the ​​protocole     


Documentation

For operational guidance, maintenance tips and more consult the official PlanktoScope documentation. This area is constantly updated by our team to provide current informations.

Access the documentatio​​n 


Community Website

This is the central hub for the Planktoscope community. You can explore a wealth of resources, from detailed documentation to helpful links, all aimed at supporting your experience with the PlanktoScope.


        Access the website         ​


GitHub

The PlanktoScope software is open-source, providing users with the ability to access, modify, and contribute to its development. The code is hosted on GitHub, allowing for collaboration and regular updates.

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            Visit our GitHub             


Slack

Interested in contributing, getting support, or connecting with other users? The best way to start is by joining the PlanktoScope Slack, the central hub for troubleshooting, setup tips, and collaborative development. 

             Join the Slack                

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​FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

If you don’t find what you’re looking for, our team is always here to help.

FairScope is a company that designs and manufactures scientific instruments for environmental monitoring. One of its core activities is supporting and industrializing open-source technologies.

PlanktoScope.org is an open-source project originally developed by an international community, and it refers to a compact, flow-through microscope designed for real-time imaging of plankton. 

Thanks to its involvement from the early stages of the project, FairScope has developed a calibrated, ready-to-use version of the PlanktoScope — while remaining fully compatible with the open-source ecosystem.

In short: PlanktoScope is the tool, and FairScope is the manufacturer offering robust, field-ready versions, along with support, delivery, and ongoing development.

FairScope is based in Brittany, France and operates internationally.

Our main product is the PlanktoScope, an affordable, open-source imaging flow microscope designed for real-time plankton analysis. It’s available in both fully assembled and DIY kit versions, and is used by researchers, educators, and monitoring agencies worldwide.

Beyond these, FairScope is continuously exploring new frugal microscopy and sensor-based solutions to support participatory science and environmental monitoring.

Yes, FairScope is happy to consider participation in co-funded projects and research consortia. We’ve already collaborated with academic and institutional partners on various initiatives related to oceanography, aquaculture, and environmental monitoring.

If you’re preparing a proposal and think our expertise could be relevant, feel free to reach out to our development team at sales@fairscope.com — we’d be glad to explore how we can contribute.

We believe that open-source hardware and software foster innovation, collaboration, and accessibility in scientific research. By making our technology open, we encourage users to contribute, modify, and improve our tools.

Yes, we ship worldwide. Shipping costs and delivery times depend on the destination.

For general questions, you can visit our contact page, where you'll find a contact form and our full contact details if needed. You can also book a call with a team member.

For customer service, we have a dedicated support page with a form. 

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