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Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

Cutting Costs, Not Corners: Why Phenom Desktop SEMs are a Smart Investment 

When acquiring a new scanning electron microscope (SEM), it can be challenging to identify a solution that not only delivers exceptional performance but also remains…


Posted: April 5, 2024 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

What are the Pitfalls of Neglecting Technical Cleanliness Standards? 

Precision manufacturing is a process that emphasizes exact specifications and extremely tight tolerances within fabricated components. Within this domain, the term technical cleanliness (TC) refers…


Posted: March 27, 2024 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

In-House or Core Facility SEM: Which Path is Right for You? 

Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) is an essential tool that allows scientists to directly visualize the surface structure and composition of a variety of materials on…


Posted: March 13, 2024 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

Understanding the Difference between Magnification and Resolution in Scanning Electron Microscopy

Microscopes have revolutionized our ability to observe and analyze the microscopic world with unprecedented detail. By enlarging our view of objects, or magnifying them, microscopes…


Posted: February 28, 2024 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

6 Applications of SEM & EDS in Pharmaceutical Sciences

In the evolving landscape of pharmaceutical research and development, the goal to understand the micro and nanoscale properties of therapeutics is vital. Central to this…


Posted: February 14, 2024 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

Thermionic vs. Field Emission Sources: 4 Key Differences

The electron source is one of the most critical components of a scanning electron microscope (SEM) because it determines the quality, brightness, and size of…


Posted: January 31, 2024 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

What’s the Difference Between SEM & TEM?

Electron microscopy is best known as a high-powered microscopy technique that utilizes a beam of electrons as a source of illumination. In an electron microscope,…


Posted: January 10, 2024 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

Why Use Low Accelerating Voltage for SEM Imaging?

Scanning electron microscopes (SEM) function by rastering a sample with a focused beam of electrons to produce high-resolution images of the sample surface. The generated…


Posted: January 3, 2024 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

Four Transformative Benefits of SEM Automation for Handling Repetitive Tasks

SEM is a high-resolution imaging technique that uses a focused electron beam to generate high-resolution images of the surface morphology and the elemental composition of…


Posted: December 27, 2023 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

Desktop STEM as a Sample Screening Tool for Cryo-EM

Sample preparation for cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM) can be a demanding and expensive process, requiring several rounds of purification and screening to isolate the macromolecules…


Posted: November 3, 2023 | Technology: Cryo-EM, STEM, Scanning Electron Microscopy

The Role of SEM in the Medical Device Industry

Implantable medical devices are continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible when modern medicine and engineering join forces. An implantable medical device is an…


Posted: October 11, 2023 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

Particle Analysis in Additive Manufacturing 

From supersonic jets to prosthetic knees, 3D-printed parts are revolutionizing design and production across industries. Printed components are no longer just prototypes, but now perform…


Posted: October 4, 2023 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

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