Welcome to the Foraminarium
MicroCT imaging is becoming a common practice for generating high-resolution 3D models of microfossils including foraminifera ('forams').
Our goal is to generate 3D models for every extant (living) planktic foram species and make the data readily available for teaching and outreach purposes. We are also adding benthic foram and extinct planktic species.
Have a foram you'd like to have scanned on a MicroCT scanner?
Contact us for details related to our project or contact the microCT facility directly.
Our goal is to generate 3D models for every extant (living) planktic foram species and make the data readily available for teaching and outreach purposes. We are also adding benthic foram and extinct planktic species.
Have a foram you'd like to have scanned on a MicroCT scanner?
Contact us for details related to our project or contact the microCT facility directly.
About ForamsWhat are foraminifera? Why are they important? Learn more here. |
Fehrenbacher LabLearn more about other research being conducted in the Fehrenbacher Lab. |
FundingThis project was made possible by an Oregon State University Learning Innovation Grant. |
3D Printing
View the desktop model we use to print 3D models of foraminifera for teaching and presentations. |
Interested in generating your own 3D models? Need access to a microCT scanner? Learn more here.
Interested in 3D model printing? Learn more here.
Email us at foraminarium@gmail.com - Follow us on Instagram @Foraminarium - Visit our lab website
Interested in 3D model printing? Learn more here.
Email us at foraminarium@gmail.com - Follow us on Instagram @Foraminarium - Visit our lab website
OUR GOALWe plan to generate at least one 3D model of every extant (still living) planktic foraminifera, some benthic, and even some extinct species. Visit the page again to see additional models added to the site. |
