The Life Technologies EVOS XL Core Microscope (model AMEX1000) is an integrated inverted microscope system designed for routine cell imaging and analysis. It features a built-in digital display screen for immediate visualization without the need for an external computer. The system includes a set of plan phase contrast objectives covering magnifications from 4x to 40x, providing versatility for multiple applications. Manufactured by Invitrogen (Thermo Fisher Scientific), this microscope is ideal for research laboratories requiring a compact, user-friendly imaging platform. It supports brightfield and phase contrast modalities and is suitable for live-cell imaging in standard cell culture dishes. Reliable and easy to operate, it streamlines workflow with integrated optics and imaging components in a single compact unit.