Service description
The cryo preparation technique for scanning electron microscopy is essential for the observation of wet or beam-sensitive specimens. This technique allows study of the biological specimen in its natural hydrated state, avoiding the need of the conventional preparation techniques, such as chemical fixation and the critical point drying. The soluble materials are retained with this technique that allows observation of liquid or semi-liquid samples.
The cryo-SEM Quorum PP3000T that we have in our laboratory includes facilities needed for rapidly freeze and transfer specimens. The cryo preparation chamber has tools for cold fracturing, sublimation and specimen coating. Once prepared, the sample can be transferred onto a highly stable SEM cool stage for observation. The specimen may be then imaged at cryogenic temperatures in the SEM chamber.
Applications:
Biology sciences: Marine microorganisms, yeast, fungi, pollen, floral structures, leaves.
Food sciences: Yoghurt, ice cream, cheese.
Other disciplines: Oils and rocks, foams, gels, cosmetic creams.
Options and prices chart
| Options |
Unit |
Public Sector |
Other customers |
| General |
euro / hora |
74.72 € |
92.51 € |