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Research Triangle Acquires Extreme Resolution Scanning Electron Microscope


 In collaboration with the Triangle MRSEC,
a team from NC State University was awarded a grant from the NSF-MRI program
for the purchase of 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
Varios extreme-resolution FESEM
has
resolving
power approaching atomic dimensions.
Its low energy probe allows researchers to
explore soft matter substances like plastics, natural fibers,
and
cells
. These
capabilities
will enhance materials research at
Triangle 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.