Materials Today - Webinars

Open up a New World of Analysis

2009-06-05

Energy Dispersive Spectrometry (EDS) has long been admired for its ability to quickly and accurately characterise a large and diverse range of materials. The recent introduction of silicon drift detectors (SDDs) has revolutionised EDS analysis on scanning electron microscopes (SEMs). Collection times have been reduced and spectrum imaging is much more practical, but productivity is often limited by small sensor sizes (<30mm²).

Confocal Microscopy in a New Light

2009-06-05

This educational webinar headed by Dr Andrew Dixon, one of the pioneers of the confocal microscope will introduce you to the principle and history of the technique, giving examples and typical applications in materials science. You will learn about the advantages this powerful tool has to offer, as well as the unique opportunity of asking our expert panel questions relevant to your current research needs.

Microstructural analysis by EBSD

2009-08-03

Over the past 20 years the SEM (scanning electron microscope) based EBSD (electron back-scattered diffraction) technique has developed into an essential materials characterisation tool for both R&D and industry.

From Molecules to Monolayers: Self-Assembly and Analysis, Molecule by Molecule

2009-10-29

Self-assembly has been likened to taking a jigsaw puzzle box, shaking it and when you open the box you find the jigsaw puzzle correctly made! As research in this field develops, we are continually finding more and more naturally occurring self-assembly systems in the complex world around us.

In- Situ Nanomechanical Testing Techniques

2009-10-18

Next generation materials research is highly dependent on the development and application of innovative nanomechanical testing techniques.

Novel Techniques for In-Situ Nanomechanical Testing in the Electron Microscope

2009-11-24

The combination of traditional nanomechanical test instruments with complementary techniques has generated innovative ways to characterize nanoscale materials.

Kelvin Probe for High Resolution Work Function Measurements

2010-02-25

This educational webinar will be led by Professor Iain Baikie, the inventor of the off-null and height-regulating Kelvin Probe, a world leader in work function measurements in Ultrahigh Vacuum, Air and Controlled Atmosphere. Our expert panel will introduce you to the principle of the Kelvin Probe technique, explain how it works, the information it provides and how this can be interpreted through the use of examples and typical applications in Materials Science and Surface Analysis. You will discover the advantages this unique and highly sensitive research tool can offer.

Introduction to Raman Spectroscopy as a Characterization Tool for Graphene and Carbon Nanostructures

2010-02-08

Raman spectroscopy is a laser light scattering technique, if you like a form of vibrational spectroscopy that records vibrations of covalent bonds and provides detailed molecular information, ideal in the elucidation of carbon nanomaterials.

Nanoscale Biomaterials Deposition: Learning to speak the language of biology

2009-11-26

We invite you to join a web based discussion on new methods for patterning biological systems onto a variety of surfaces at nano- and micro-scale resolution.

Developments in Quantitative EDS Analysis

2010-03-15

This webinar will deal with some of the basic and advanced developments in EDS analysis and address some of the peculiarities of the technique.

Tools & Techniques for Nanomechanical Testing of Biomaterials

2010-05-12

In part 3 of the Hysitron Webinar Series, we examine a more focused group of applications relating to the study of biomaterials.

Tools & Techniques for Nanomechanical Testing of Biomaterials: Part II: Softer Biomaterial Applications

2010-06-07

In the next part of the Hysitron Webinar Series, we continue to examine a more focused group of applications relating to the study of biomaterials.

Nanomechanical Characterization In Materials for Energy - Part I: Green and Renewable Energy

2010-09-29

In the next three-part Hysitron Webinar Series, we examine a rapidly expanding and “hot-topic” area of research: Energy.

Complete Chemical Characterization and Failure Analysis of New Energy Materials using XPS and EDS

2010-11-08

In order to meet the challenges of more economical and environmentally benign energy production, a new generation of complex materials and devices are being developed, such as thin film solar cells, fuel cells and batteries. In all stages of development, there is a requirement for materials characterization and analysis.

Nanomechanical Characterization In Materials for Energy - Part II: Electrochemistry and Applied Research in PV Wafer Breakage

2010-11-01

In the second of the three-part Hysitron Webinar Series, we continue our examination of a rapidly expanding and “hot-topic” area of research: Energy.

Nanoindentation testing of some challenging soft materials

2010-11-17

CSM is pleased to announce our webinar entitled "Nanomechanical testing of some challenging soft materials". This is presented in partnership with Materials Today (Elsevier) and is scheduled on 14th December.

Nanomechanical Characterization In Materials for Energy - Part III: Irradiated Materials

2010-09-29

In the final part of our three-part Hysitron Webinar Series, we continue our examination of the rapidly expanding and “hot-topic” area of research: Energy.

µ-XRF – Fast and Sensitive Spatially Resolved Elemental Analysis

2011-05-09

The elemental analysis of inhomogeneous materials is of increasing importance, as their macroscopic features are shaped by the distribution of their various constituents.

Overview of Raman Spectroscopy as a Characterization Tool for Graphene

2011-06-06

Informational webinar for those interested in expanding their knowledge of how Raman Spectroscopy can be used for characterization of graphene at the laboratory or commercial production scale.

A-Z technology for nanoanalysis

2011-05-24

For anyone interested in materials characterisation on the electron microscope, this webinar is a must-see!

High-Temperature Nanoindentation

2011-06-24

The utilization of nanoindentation at elevated temperatures is a growing area of research used to accurately determine nanoscale mechanical or tribological behaviour

Enhancing productivity and accuracy in drug metabolism studies with the latest Orbitrap technology

2011-11-10

This webinar explores how productivity and accuracy in drug metabolism studies can be improved by employing the latest advancement in Orbitrap technology in pharmaceutical science and related industries

Raman Characterization of Carbon Nanotubes and Carbon Materials: Obtaining Representative Measurements

2012-01-04

Raman spectroscopy is a powerful, effective tool for carbon nanotube characterization. This fast, non-destructive technique provides highly detailed information at the molecular level.

FTIR microscopy and imaging techniques for materials analysis

2012-05-08

Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) enables infrared spectra to be collected from materials, liquids and gasses. Compared to dispersive spectroscopy, FTIR offers faster data collection, an intrinsically improved signal to noise ratio, and increased wavelength accuracy. By scanning over a material surface it is possible to construct an image of a sample whilst retaining the spectroscopic information.

Multiple ion beam microscopy for advanced nanofabrication

2013-01-14

This webinar explains the brand new technology of multiple ion beam microscopy, presents first application results from leading research and applied science and gives an outlook on the potential of the technology.

New energy technologies: nanogenerators and piezotronics

2013-02-22

This webinar, presented by Professor Z. L. Wang, will explore emerging energy technologies, describing the fundamentals of nanogenerators and introducing the novel science of piezotronics

Imaging Heterogeneous Catalysts in the Working State

2013-02-26

This webinar reviews recent applications for ex situ and in situ study of heterogeneous catalysts at the atomic-scale.

Platform technologies for next generation regenerative therapeutics

2013-03-27

This webinar, presented by Professor Jeffrey Karp, will explore platform technologies currently being developed to tackle some of the most challenging medical problems. This webinar is sponsored by NanoSight.

Expanding the horizon of tribological testing: high accuracy friction and wear measurements using a unique Nano Tribometer

2013-05-08

This webinar will describe results of high accuracy friction and wear measurements using a unique Nano Tribometer, and will explore the tribology of a range of challenging materials.

Advancing materials analysis using a Universal Measurement Spectrophotometer

2013-05-10

This webinar, presented in association with Agilent, will explore the latest spectrophotometric techniques for materials analysis.