Electron Microscopy

The service center for electron microscopy within the Department of Chemistry conducts electron microscopic investigations for all institutes within the MIN Faculty and external clients.

Electron microscopy has become a standard method in research and development, particularly for examining object structures whose dimensions are beyond the reach of conventional light microscopy (< 1 µm). This technique allows not only  for imaging of structures down to atomic resolution, but also provides analytical information regarding chemical composition and element distributionat high spatial resolution. It enables the examination of inorganic, organic, and biological materials, ranging from macroscopic solids to nanoscale systems, with a primary focus on materials science. 

During initial consultations, especially for first-time users of the EM service, the details of sample preparation and measurement are discussed.

Appointment Inquiry:
Dr. Charlotte Ruhmlieb
Head of Electron Microscopy
Grindelallee 117, 20146 Hamburg
Office VGI 017
Tel.: 040 42838 7937
charlotte.ruhmlieb@uni-hamburg.de

Measurement results are stored in the form of TIFF images or PDF files on the department's measurement data server in the corresponding user folders (TEM, SEM), and users are notified via email. If necessary or desired, a follow-up discussion can be arranged to explain the results more comprehensively (to avoid misinterpretations) and to potentially coordinate further samples or examination methods.