Dr. Christopher Bleck

Proven leader in volume electron microscopy (vEM) for the life sciences, advancing R&D through innovative biological imaging. Directed a $1.2M budget and $15M in instrumentation while leading a high-performing team to deliver groundbreaking results. Skilled in technology development, promoting science as a service, and aligning advanced imaging with organisational goals. Adept at building sustainable pipelines, driving cross-functional collaboration, and delivering impactful outcomes.

Director & PI of a microscopy core facility, providing researchers access to advanced EM techniques, state-of-the-art equipment, and expert support for ultrastructural analysis. Directed a $1.4M budget and $5.5M lab renovation while leading scientific and operational strategy. Supported NIH investigators in project design, training, and data analysis, customised EM protocols, and restructured operations to a service- and customer-focused model.