Welcome to the latest newsletter update of 2023, dedicated to scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
Here we provide a comprehensive overview of activity in the realm of Phenom Desktop SEM and invite you to explore fresh resources and materials.
Be sure to stay tuned for all of our upcoming SEM activities in 2024! Workshops, webinars, tradeshows, YouTube videos, application notes, blogs, and customer stories await.
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THE PHENOM EXPERIENCE: USER STORIES
Whitesboro High School
Phenom ProX
Did you ever have a chance to use SEM in high school? Learn about how Whitesboro’s science faculty plan on using their new instrument in educating and inspiring young minds through microscopy.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology: MIT
Phenom Pharos
The autonomous laboratory! Learn how voice commands are used at MIT Prof. Ju Li’s lab to control automated SEM imaging through Python scripting on the Phenom Pharos field emission system.

VIEW WEBINARS ON DEMAND
Empowering Nanoscale Discovery: Introducing Phenom Desktop STEM
The STEM holder for the Phenom Pharos Desktop SEM unlocks advanced transmission imaging capabilities. With its dedicated detector, the holder offers bright field, dark field, and high-angle annular dark field …
Fueling Progress: SEM Techniques for Fuel Cell Applications
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) is an indispensable tool in the realm of fuel cell technology, offering a window into the intricate micro- and nanoscale structures that dictate performance and efficiency. …
Sample Preparation for SEM by Ion Milling
Sample preparation usually begins with mechanical grinding and polishing. During this process, the grinding and polishing creates a deformed or amorphous layer on the surface called the Beilby layer. This …
APPLICATIONS, TECH NOTES, & BLOGS
Characterization of Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell Components
What is the membrane electrode assembly (MEA)? How is SEM used to characterize it? Fuel cells are key to realizing a clean energy future free from fossil fuels. Learn how SEM has been used for compositional and microstructural analysis of their most vital PEMFC components.

Monitoring Technical Cleanliness with Automated SEM & EDS
Discover the cutting-edge battle against microscopic contaminants in manufacturing through this technical note, where we explore the transformative power of automated SEM and EDS technologies for technical cleanliness applications.

Preparing Powders for Scanning Electron Microscopy
Powders are a ubiquitous type of sample prevalent in both industrial and research applications. This tech note will help point you towards the best method to choose when preparing your powders for morphological and chemical analysis.
