How to Build a Modern Microscopy Lab
Jan 29th 2026
A modern microscopy lab requires optical microscopes, digital imaging systems, sample preparation tools, imaging software, and proper lab infrastructure. Universities should prioritize scalability, vendor support, and digital workflows when selecting equipment.
An Equipment Checklist for Universities and Research Institutions
Building a modern microscopy lab is a strategic investment for universit
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Environmental Microscopy: Identifying Particulates, Microplastics, and Airborne Contaminants
Jan 23rd 2026
Environmental microscopy plays a critical role in understanding the microscopic pollutants that impact ecosystems, public health, and industrial environments. From identifying microplastics in water sources to analyzing airborne particulates in urban air, microscopy provides the visual and analytical tools needed to detect, classify, and study contaminants that are otherwise invisible to the naked
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Microscopy in Semiconductor Failure Analysis: Techniques, Tools, and Best Practices
Jan 16th 2026
Semiconductor failure analysis plays a critical role in ensuring device reliability, improving yield, and reducing costly production defects. As semiconductor designs become smaller, denser, and more complex, microscopy has become one of the most essential tools for identifying, isolating, and understanding failure mechanisms at the micro- and nanoscale.
This guide explores how microscopy is used
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Choosing the Right Microscope Camera: Sensor Size, Pixel Pitch, QE, Bit Depth, and Dynamic Range Explained
Jan 9th 2026
Selecting the right microscope camera is one of the most important decisions you can make when upgrading a microscopy setup. Whether you work in research, industry, education, or clinical environments, the camera directly impacts image quality, measurement accuracy, workflow efficiency, and long-term value.
Many buyers focus only on megapixels or price, but high‑quality microscope imaging depends
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