fiji ☆
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Description:
Open-source image processing package
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 20260203-2217@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: image-processing scientific biology analysis research
Install: brew install --cask fiji
About:
Fiji is a powerful, open-source image processing suite based on ImageJ, designed for scientific 3D and 2D image analysis. It bundles essential plugins and libraries, providing a comprehensive environment for biological image analysis. Its main value is offering a ready-to-use distribution for complex scientific workflows without manual configuration.
Key Features:
  • Pre-bundled with essential scientific image processing plugins
  • Supports 2D and 3D image analysis and visualization
  • Extensible via Java and scripting (Python, Groovy, etc.)
  • Cross-platform (Java-based) but distributed as a native macOS app here
Use Cases:
  • Biological and medical image analysis (e.g., cell counting, segmentation)
  • 3D reconstruction from microscopy stacks
  • Automating repetitive image processing workflows
Alternatives:
  • ImageJ – The original, leaner toolkit; Fiji is ImageJ 'batteries-included' with many plugins pre-installed.
  • CellProfiler – Focuses on automated high-throughput analysis, whereas Fiji offers more manual and flexible processing.
Version History
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