Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · May 4

Happy May the 4th everyone!

Scopey, our nmRC Jedi Archivist, has been looking through our past imaging and found this SEM image to celebrate.

Enjoy this Calcium Iron Oxide microsphere imaged by Dr Luke Woodliffe using the @jeoleurope.bsky.social 7000F SEM. Remind you of anything...?

2 4

Reposted by Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre

UoN_Institute @uoninstitute.bsky.social · Mar 14

🎉Our final reveal for today! Congratulations to our final shortlist for the Institute Award itself - Neil Walker from Lakeside Arts, Barry Shaw from Life Sciences, Sally Schofield from @uonnmrc.bsky.social and Vicky Brotherton from @rightslab.bsky.social.

Read more: nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...

2025 Institute Award announcement banner for the Institute Award category. The banner has the headshots of Sally Schofield, Neil Walker, Barry Shaw and Vicky Brotherton, who are the finalists for this category

2 1

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Mar 12

Under the Microscope is powering up! Thanks to @jeoleurope.bsky.social for their support of our public engagement initiative as it enters its third year!

#publicengagement #electronmicroscopy #UndertheMicroscope #PoweredbyJEOL

4 4

Reposted by Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre

Midlands Innovation @midlandsinnovation.bsky.social · Mar 12

There is still time to sign up to our fantastic event! Spaces are booking up quickly!

Midlands Innovation @midlandsinnovation.bsky.social · Feb 13

📢 Do you work in Electron Microscopy in the Midlands? Come and join us at the MI Electron Microscopy Network Conference 2025! 📢

📅 Date/Time: Tuesday 15th April, 2025 (09:15 - 16:45)
📍 Location: Cranfield University (Cranfield Microscopy Services)
🌐 Registration link: lnkd.in/evdhHKjJ

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

lnkd.in

4 3

Reposted by Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre

Mike Fay @handle.invalid · Mar 5

New paper out from University College Dublin on the properties of supported bimetallic nanoparticles for potential applications within biorefining facilities - with TEM provided by the @uonnmrc.bsky.social at the University of Nottingham
chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1...

Lignin Model Compound Hydrogenolysis over ZSM‐5‐Supported Cu/Ni Bimetallic Transition Metal Catalysts.

In this paper, a series of bimetallic Ni-Cu/ZSM-5 catalysts was prepared, characterized and investigated in the hydrogenolysis of lignin model compounds. This study is aimed at the understanding of t...

chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com

1 2

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Feb 14

🌹 Roses are red, but zoom in and see, beauty exists at the micron degree! 🔬 Imaging was performed by Electron Microscope Technician Lorelei Robertson using the @jeoleurope.bsky.social IT-200 SEM.

6 10

Reposted by Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre

Midlands Innovation @midlandsinnovation.bsky.social · Feb 13

📢 Do you work in Electron Microscopy in the Midlands? Come and join us at the MI Electron Microscopy Network Conference 2025! 📢

📅 Date/Time: Tuesday 15th April, 2025 (09:15 - 16:45)
📍 Location: Cranfield University (Cranfield Microscopy Services)
🌐 Registration link: lnkd.in/evdhHKjJ

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

lnkd.in

7 7

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Feb 11

🌟What a way to celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science - with electron microscopy outreach! 🔬

The Under the Microscope LIVE team were proud to be part of the Nottinghamshire Festival of Science and Curiosity today at the Council House, inspiring the next generation of scientists!

2 4

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Feb 3

Imaging was performed by EM #technician Nicola Weston using the @jeoleurope.bsky.social IT-200 SEM.

1

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Feb 3

As part of our new Royal Society of Chemistry public engagement initiative Under the Microscope LIVE, we visited South Nottinghamshire Academy to showcase SEM imaging to a group of Y12 scientists.

One of the items imaged was a fossilised Mosasaur tooth, which was found in Morocco.

1 1

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Feb 3

🦖 Electron Microscopy....65 million years in the making! 🦖

1 3 4

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 29

The new lunar year is also a perfect time to highlight the collaborative efforts of the nmRC and Nottingham Analytical - who provide analytical services in the field of chemistry which are complementary to ours! See their website for a list of their services: lnkd.in/eSNCX_y9 #electronmicroscopy

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 29

🌕🐍 Happy #LunarNewYear 2025 – Year of the Snake! 🐍🌕

To celebrate, the team explored the microstructures of adder skin and fangs using the FEI Quanta 650 and JEOL 6060 SEMs. Nicola Weston and Dr. Tom Hartman captured these stunning images, showcasing the precision and adaptability of nature.

1 1 2

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 24

A big thanks to Adam Goodridge and The Nottingham Panthers for donating the items and getting involved!

If you would like to suggest our next object to be imaged, get in touch via our website. www.nottingham.ac.uk/nmrc/under-t...

#UnderTheMicroscope #ElectronMicroscopy #NottinghamPanthers #SEM

Under the Microscope - The University of Nottingham

www.nottingham.ac.uk

1

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 24

Using the Philips XL30 SEM, our laboratory support #technician (and Panthers superfan) Sally Schofield captured stunning electron microscope images revealing the hidden details of these essential pieces of hockey gear.

2 2

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 24

Face off at the Nanoscale! 🏒🔬

Our first #UndertheMicroscope of 2025 takes a cool look at an ice hockey puck and stick, generously donated by the Nottingham Panthers!

1 3 3

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 23

🦕 #ElectronMicroscopy ...uh...finds a way! 🦕

We are getting ready for our first #UndertheMicroscopeLIVE session with South Nottinghamshire Academy. One suggestion was a shark tooth, however, we hope they will be just as excited for a 65 million year old fossilised Mosasaur tooth!

2 4

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 9

🌸 Spring Has Sprung at the nmRC! 🌸

It might be frosty outside, but we’re embracing the spirit of Spring here with some exciting news—our work is featured in the Spring edition of @vittaeducation.bsky.social Magazine!

👉 Read the article below and explore the full magazine here: lnkd.in/gUAu9RZV

3 4

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 7

If you think the Q650 ESEM would help solve your scientific challenge, then don't hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss further!

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 7

⭐ What’s New for 2025? ⭐
We’ve upgraded the Q650 with a Quorum Technologies Cryo-SEM Preparation System! This addition enables advanced cryogenic sample preparation and analysis, pushing its capabilities even further.

1

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 7

🛠️ Advanced Stages: Includes a microtensile testing stage and a Peltier stage for precise heating, cooling, and humidity control.

🧪 Elemental Mapping: Equipped with an EDS detector for detailed elemental analysis across all sample types.

1

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 7

Key Features:
☁️ In-situ Testing: Analyse your samples under different atmospheric conditions, including nitrogen, air, and water vapor, to study their behaviour in real time.

1

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 7

🔭 Instrument Introduction: FEI Quanta 650 Environmental SEM (ESEM) 🔭

We’re starting our instrument introductions with one of our most versatile scanning electron microscopes: the Q650 ESEM!

1 1 2

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 6

📲 Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram (@UoNnmRC) for exclusive content and updates!

Here’s to a year filled with innovation, discovery, and collaboration. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre @uonnmrc.bsky.social · Jan 6

🌍 New Feature: "On the Surface"
Stay tuned for our regular digital series highlighting surface science techniques and how they reveal the fascinating properties of materials.

1