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Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging of LED Materials

Using FLIM, researchers analyze photoluminescence lifetimes in LED chips, identifying sidewall defects that affect recombination efficiency and performance.

From Edinburgh Instruments 2 Mar 2026

Photoluminescence Characterization of Gallium Nitride (GaN)

This article details photoluminescence techniques for evaluating GaN, highlighting their role in identifying defects and enhancing semiconductor quality.

From Edinburgh Instruments 2 Mar 2026

Automation Strategies in FTIR Workflows for Industrial Analysis

Achieve rapid, accurate results with the Nicolet iS50 FT-IR spectrometer, which automates instrument setup and optimizes workflows for diverse analytical needs.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific - Vibrational Spectroscopy 2 Mar 2026

FTIR Microscopy for Recycled Plastic Characterization

FTIR microscopy helps identify contaminants in recycled plastics.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific - Vibrational Spectroscopy 2 Mar 2026

Radiation-Resistant Materials: Tough Space Materials

Space is tough on materials. Radiation, UV light, atomic oxygen and sharp temperature swings can degrade metals, polymers and coatings over time. This article looks at the current ways researchers are circumventing this to protect spacecraft and infrastructure.

By Ankit Singh 2 Mar 2026

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