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Applications
Combining STEM and PiFM for Complementary Nanoscale Sample Analysis
Introduction Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy (STEM) is a premier imaging and analytical technique that combines…
Unambiguous Nanoscale Characterization of Self Assembled Monolayer Coverage
Introduction Surface functionalization via SAM (self-assembled monolayer) coverage is utilized in a range of fields,…
Surface-Sensitive Characterization of ALD Films on Drug Particles: How PiFM Outperforms Conventional Techniques
Introduction Coating the surface of acetaminophen particles with Al₂O₃ and ZnO via atomic layer deposition…
Measurement of -OH termination on hydrophilic surfaces
Background For successful Cu-Cu hybrid bonding to occur in the most demanding advanced packaging, the…
Analyzing sub-20 nm defects and ultrathin (~1 nm thick) residues in semiconductor processes
Background With shrinking semiconductor device sizes and modern advanced packaging processes, it is crucial to…
Nanoscale Chemical and Morphological Characterization of Ultrathin Atomic Layer Deposition Films
Atomic-layer-deposition (ALD) of various oxides can be utilized for diverse applications in the semiconductor industry,…
Nano Chemical Characterization Uncovers Coating Issues for Monolayer Surface Functionalization
Background Modifying surfaces to influence subsequent molecular interactions is a powerful technique. By adding functional…
Reverse Engineer a Pre-cooked Rice Package
Background Multilayer films have been utilized in packaging food and drink for many years as…
AFM-IR-Raman: Using Three Techniques for Better Nano-Chemical Analysis
Background Raman microscopy is becoming increasingly popular, and companies are creating new products that combine…
Spectroscopy and Imaging of Optical Near-fields on Plasmonic Nanostructures with UV-vis-NIR PiFM
Locally map the z-component of the electric field in plasmonic nanostructures!
Analyzing Forensic Trace Evidence with IR PiFM
Background Trace Evidence Analysis is the discipline of forensic science that deals with the minute…
Analyzing Mixed Nanoplastics for Environmental Studies
Microplastics, defined as plastic fragments less than 5 mm in length, are classified as primary or secondary...