You can buy kits for embedding all sorts of things from Polysciences. I 
think they are  methyacrylate-based. The resulting embeddment is as 
clear as glass. Wax might look cloudy?

Geoff

Albert Lee wrote:

>Hi,
> 
>Anybody have ideas on how to mount / impregnate whole organs in wax for
>display? Has anybody put large tissues on the processor for use in
>displays?
> 
>Thanks! Albert
> 
>Albert Lee, BSc., RT (CSLT)
>Cardiovascular Registry, the iCAPTURE Centre
>St. Paul's Hospital
>Room 166, Burrard Building
>1081 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC  
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