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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

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

2-Day SEM Short Course | Phoenix, AZ | February 2026

2-Day SEM Short Courses: Explore the microscopic world in our specialized 2-day Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) Short Course. Held in Phoenix, AZ during the fall,…


Posted: September 26, 2025

ISTFA 2025  | November 17-19, 2025 | Pasadena, CA

ISTFA 2025 Stop by and visit Nanoscience Instruments at booth #418 for the International Symposium for Testing and Failure Analysis (ISFTA) and discover how our…


Posted: September 26, 2025

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

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

The Battery Show 2025  | October 6-9, 2025 | Detroit, MI

Nanoscience Instruments provides solutions for battery development applications through cutting-edge instrumentation and analytical services. Visit our booth for live demonstrations of desktop SEM with automated…


Posted: August 22, 2025

2-Day QCM-D Short Course | Alexandria, VA | Feb. 2026

2-Day QCM-D Short Courses: Join our specialized 2-day QCM-D (Quartz-crystal Microbalance with Dissipation monitoring) Short Course. Held in Alexandria, VA, this immersive program is designed…


Posted: August 22, 2025

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

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

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

2025 NanoNews: SEM Edition Q2

We’re pleased to share the latest edition of nanoNews! In the second quarter of the 2025 newsletter, you’ll find our webinar resources, event news, and…


Posted: July 16, 2025

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