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Broad Ion Beam vs. Focused Ion Beam Polishing: Choosing the Right Technique for Sample Preparation

When preparing samples for electron microscopy, the choice of method directly impacts the clarity and reliability of the images. Imperfections such as roughness, contamination, or…


Posted: October 15, 2025 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

What is a Twin Screw Extruder? Types, Applications, and Benefits Explained

Twin screw extruders are among the most versatile processing equipment used in polymer compounding, pharmaceutical hot-melt extrusion, food production, and advanced materials research.  They provide…


Posted: October 1, 2025 | Technology: Polymer Compounding

Optical Microscopy vs SEM for Technical Cleanliness Analysis

The performance of sensitive systems such as engines, hydraulics, electronics, and medical devices can be compromised in cases of particle contamination; this reduces product quality…


Posted: September 17, 2025 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

Choosing Between Optical and SEM Techniques for Particle Characterization

Particle analysis, which typically focuses on parameters such as size, shape, distribution, concentration, and composition, plays a critical role across a wide range of industries,…


Posted: September 3, 2025 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

What are the Key Applications of QCM-D?

Quartz Crystal Microbalance with Dissipation monitoring (QCM-D) has revolutionized surface science by enabling real-time analysis of molecular interactions. However, traditional QCM-D workflows often involve time-consuming…


Posted: August 20, 2025 | Technology: QCM-D

A Guide to Particle Analysis: Key Methods, Applications, and Benefits

What is Particle Analysis? Particle analysis is the measurement and characterization of particles in a sample. Particle analysis typically focuses on properties such as particle…


Posted: August 6, 2025 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

Desktop SEMs: Advanced Imaging Without the Infrastructure

Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEMs) are indispensable tools for analyzing surface morphology, materials composition, and microstructural details at high resolution. They are used extensively across research…


Posted: July 23, 2025 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

Fabricating Nanofibers: Electrospinning Vs Blow Spinning 

Nanofibers, with their high surface area-to-volume ratio, tunable porosity, and mechanical flexibility, are increasingly used in diverse applications including filtration, biomedical devices, energy storage, and…


Posted: July 9, 2025 | Technology: Electrospinning & Electrospraying

Enhancing Efficacy of Bipolar Membranes through Electrospinning

Electrospinning has emerged as a transformative technique for fabricating fibrous materials with highly controlled geometries. This method, characterized by its ability to produce ultrafine fibers…


Posted: June 25, 2025 | Technology: Electrospinning & Electrospraying

Evaluating Alternative Techniques for Real-Time Monitoring of Molecular Interactions at Surfaces

Understanding molecular interactions at surfaces is essential for advancing fields such as biosensing, materials science, and drug discovery. These interactions—ranging from protein-ligand binding to polymer…


Posted: June 11, 2025 | Technology: QCM-D

Maximizing Efficiency in Polymer R & D with Microcompounders

In polymer processing and material research, achieving uniform dispersion and distribution of additives and precise formulation control is crucial for developing advanced materials. This is…


Posted: May 14, 2025 | Technology: Polymer Compounding

Desktop Scanning Electron Microscopy in Geology

Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) is a versatile tool in geology used in high-resolution imaging and chemical analysis of rocks, minerals, and microfossils. SEM provides detailed…


Posted: May 7, 2025 | Technology: Scanning Electron Microscopy

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