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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Fiberglass under the Microscope
Feb 12th 2020
What is Fiberglass?
Fiberglass is a common type of fiber-reinforced plastic using glass fiber. The fibers may be randomly arranged, flattened into a sheet, or woven into fabric. It is a strong, lightweight material that is chemical and heat resistant. On its own fiberglass will easily break. However, when fiberglass has a core of something between it, the material becomes very strong. Pound for po
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