Investigations & Applications
Low Temperature Scanning Electron Microscopy of Snow Crystals
Web LinkSamples of snow are studied by scanning electron microscopy to determine grain size and morphology at the Beltsville of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Grain size and morphology are factors in estimating the water content of winter packed snow. Correlation with remote sensing is used for predication of flooding and estimating water supply. Images are in the public domain and available for use with proper citation.
Software
The Virtual Microscope
Web LinkThe Virtual Microscope, which is available for free download supports functionality from electron, light, and scanning probe microscopes, datasets for these instruments, training materials to learn more about microscopy, and other related tools.
Source: Imaging Technology Group University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Explore
7 Normal Things That Become Horror Movies Under a Microscope
Web LinkEver wonder what a strawberry or Pop-Tart looks like at high magnification using a scanning electron microscope? Or why passing a kindey stone can be so painfull?
Introductions and Briefs
An Introduction to Electron Microscopy
Web LinkThe web version is a brief introduction that includes history and overview of the types of electron microscopes. The pdf version contains details on the instruments and the components, diagrams and stunning images. A power point presentation is available for classroom learning.
Source: FEI Company