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Scanning Electron Microscopy Workshop

October 21-22, 2024
9am - 5pm
301 Research Blvd, Starkville MS 39759
Join Us for an In-Depth Hands-on SEM Workshop!
Are you ready to enhance your understanding of Scanning Electron Microscopy? Our comprehensive workshop will cover the fundamentals and advanced techniques of SEM and EDS, perfect for researchers and industry professionals alike.

What You'll Learn:
  • Introduction to SEM: Basics of scanning electron microscopy and its applications.
  • Sample Preparation: Tips and techniques for optimal results.
  • Imaging and Characterization Technique: Mastering different imaging modes and settings. Elemental Analysis using EDS.
  • Data Analysis: How to interpret and analyze SEM and EDS data effectively.
  • Hands-On Practice: Get real-time experience with SEM+EDS equipment.
Who Should Attend:
  • Quality / Manufacturing Engineer seeking to ehance their expertise in SEM
  • Professionals looking to integrate SEM into their work.
  • Researchers in materials science, biology, and nanotechnology
Schedule:
Monday, October 21nd:
  • 9:00 AM-12:00 PM: Theory and Applications Electron source, EM lens, basic optics, electron matter interaction, interaction volume, characteristic.
  • 12:00 PM-12:30 PM: Lunch
  • 12:30 PM-5:00 PM: Sample Preperation Diamond saw, hot and cold mounting, polishing.
Tuesday, October 22nd:
  • 9:00 AM-12:00 PM: Hands-on SEM training. Focusing, stigmation, working distance, depth of focus, dead time, elemental analysis mapping (EDS), and quantification.
  • 12:00 PM-12:30 PM: Lunch
  • 12:30 PM-3:00 PM: Continue hands-on SEM training.
  • 3:00 PM-5:00 PM: Basic Preventitive Maintenance Changing filament, filament failure, vacuum pump maintence, baking, and aperture cleaning.
Registration Form

Don't miss this opportunity to dive deep into the fascinating world of SEM! Reserve your spot today and unlock new possibilities in your research or QC needs! Spots limited.