Jan. 03, 2012

Time Correlated Single Photon Counting

Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscopy (FLIM) is widely used to quantify protein-protein interaction by measuring the FRET (Förster Resonance Energy Transfer) occurring between two fluorophores spaced by a few nanometers. FLIM is also used in a large array of applications ranging from tissue imaging to fluorophore environment probing. moreJul. 10, 2011

Analysis of Boron with Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectrometry

The analysis of light elements (from Be to F, refer to periodic table in fig. 1) presents a special challenge for energy dispersive X-ray spectrometry (EDS). Some of the problems are due to inherent physical effects, while others are technical in nature, relating to the design of the instrument used for analysis and the measurement procedure. Along with the demand for fast and efficient tools for analysis at the micro- and nanometer scale, the need for light element analysis with EDS has grown. moreMay. 18, 2011

Advanced Flexible Microscopy with Olympus Microscope Systems

The Olympus BX3 upright microscope systems for research applications consist of the BX53, a flexible microscope with coded and automated modules, and the BX63 advanced automated system. Users can essentially build a system specifically designed to meet their needs. A workspace can be tailored - from the positioning of hardware and controls through to the customisable cellSens software tools. moreNov. 02, 2009

Piezo Drives for Microscopy

It is difficult to imagine microscopy in biotechnology or clinical and pharmaceutical research without automation technology. Many applications in industrial surface inspection also require appropriate solutions for sample handling and sample positioning because of the large amount of data and the desired throughput. Conventional stepper motors achieve the required speeds and have resolutions in the micron range, making them adequate as drives for sample scanning in the XY-direction. moreNov. 02, 2009

Investigating the Material World

Corrosion is a big problem. From metal and concrete to polymers and electronics, different forms of decay lead to structural and functional failures that can sometimes be of fundamental importance. The Swedish Corrosion and Metals Institute - Swerea KIMAB, is focused on developing and improving solutions for materials research. As such, they are studying corrosion in its many forms as well as the various methods used to prevent it. more