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Forensic Applications of the Phenom Desktop Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

The Phenom desktop SEM combines the best of the optical and electron optical world. The Phenom provides useful images up to 45,000x magnification with high depth of focus.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific Phenom-World BV 7 Mar 2014

Expanding Life Science Capabilities with Optical Fluorescence

In this interview, Dr. Mark R. Munch, president of Bruker Nano Surfaces and Bruker MAT Group, talks to AZoNano about the strategy behind the recent acquisition of Prairie Technologies, and how their optical fluorescence technology compliments Bruker Nano Surfaces' existing product lines.

From Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology 3 Mar 2014

Simultaneous ESD and EBSD Analysis Using AZtec Large Area Mapping

This article talks about simultaneous ESD and EBSD analysis using AZtec large area mapping.

From Oxford Instruments 21 Feb 2014

All Oxide Solar Cell Characterization Using the LayerProbe

Photovoltaic cells are an excellent option for generation of low-carbon renewable energy.

From Oxford Instruments Physics 21 Feb 2014

Characterization of Through-Silicon Vias for 3D Integrated Chips with EBSD

Electron backscattered diffraction (EBSD) has become a highly popular technique in micro-structural materials characterization.

From Oxford Instruments Semiconductor 21 Feb 2014

Mapping the Mechanical Properties of Alloyed Magnesium (AZ 61) Using Nanoindentation

This article talks about mapping the mechanical properties of alloyed magnesium (AZ 61) using nanoindentation.

From KLA Instruments™ 19 Feb 2014

Measuring Changes in the Signal of Group III Nitrides Using 3D Confocal Raman Imaging

Structured substrates are extensively used in semiconductor research and especially in semiconductor development.

From Oxford Instruments Semiconductor 3 Feb 2014

High-Performance Raman Microscopy to Understand the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Carbon Nanotubes

A Carbon nanotube (CNT), their name being derived from their size and composition, is a member of the fullerene structural family that forms cylindrical carbon molecules. A CNT can be up to several centimeters in length and its diameter is on the order of a few nanometers.

From Oxford Instruments Materials Science 28 Jan 2014

Improving Raman Imaging with Electron Multiplying CCD (EMCCD) Technology

Confocal microscopy is an optical imaging technique that employs a point light source (laser), which is directed onto the sample. The same objective usually collects the reflected (fluorescence) light, which is focused into a pinhole in front of the detector.

From Oxford Instruments 28 Jan 2014

Analyzing Nanoparticles in Cancer Cells Using Darkfield Hyperspectral Imaging

Darkfield hyperspectral imaging enables precise nanoparticle analysis in cancer cells, identifying composition and dynamics with rapid, high-res imaging.

From Photon etc 17 Dec 2013