In
collaboration with the Research Triangle MRSEC, a team from NC State University
was awarded a grant from the NSF-MRI program for the purchase of an
extreme-resolution scanning
electron microscope (www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1337694).
The state-of-the-art instrument will serve the greater Research Triangle
community for research and education and will be housed at NC State’s
Analytical Instrumentation Facility. The Various extreme-resolution FESEM
has resolving
power approaching atomic dimensions. Its his low energy probe allows
researchers to explore soft matter substances like plastics, natural fibers, and
cells. These
capabilities
will enhance materials research at MRSEC including nanoparticle
composites,
colloidal assemblies, and DNA-mediated organic-inorganic assemblies. The instrument
will also
create new
outreach opportunities to inspire future STEM students.
FEI Verios
FESEM/STEM 0.6 nm resolution
High resolution and high contrast images
of particles and soft matter
