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?? Exciting News from Nano Lab! ?? We’re thrilled to announce that Nano Lab now offers all the advanced capabilities of the renowned UCSD Nano3 Shared Research Facility! Whether you need SEM, EDS, FIB, AFM, or specialized services like lithography, deposition, etching, TEM, and more, we’ve got you covered. By leveraging our established agreement with Nano3, we can simplify and expedite your access to these world-class tools and expertise—saving you months of waiting and paperwork. ?? What’s New: * Rapid Prototyping & Metrology * Lithography & Deposition * TEM for crystal structure & layer analysis * Nanoimprint Lithography And much more! Why choose Nano Lab? * Speed: We already have agreements in place to get your project started without the lengthy wait. * Flexibility: Services tailored to your project, whether it’s rapid metrology or advanced fabrication. * Cost-Effectiveness: Competitive pricing while leveraging the power of cutting-edge research facilities. For a full list of equipment and capabilities, check out the Nano3 website at https://nanofab.ucsd.edu Let us be your trusted partner to streamline your R&D efforts. Reach out to us at [email protected] or (858) 633-6074, and let’s accelerate your innovation. #NanoLab #Nano3 #AdvancedImaging #MaterialScience #SEM #TEM #AFM #Prototyping #ResearchAndDevelopment #Innovation Thermo Fisher Scientific #UCSD #UCSanDiego

??? SEM Saturday at Nano Lab! ??? Kicking off the weekend with some high-resolution imaging at the UCSD Nano3 Shared Research Facility using their advanced FEI Apreo SEM. Today, we’re diving deep into some samples for one of our valued customers, employing ultra-high-resolution imaging and elemental analysis to get to the bottom of some mystery materials. There’s nothing quite like taking a close-up look at the microscopic world—especially when we’re able to pinpoint the exact composition of materials using SEM and EDS. Whether you’re working in materials science, biotech, or manufacturing, if you need to see what’s beneath the surface (literally), Nano Lab is here to help. Drop us a line at [email protected] to see how our SEM, EDS, FIB, and AFM services can support your project. Let’s unlock the hidden details in your samples! #NanoLab #SEMSaturday #FEIApreo #ScientificDiscovery #ElementalAnalysis #MaterialsScience #UCSDNano3 #SEM #EDS Thermo Fisher Scientific

???? Exciting News! Nano Lab’s SEM images are now published in a book! We’re thrilled to announce that Nano Lab has collaborated with the incredibly talented artist and scientist Tyler Thrasher in his latest book, The Universe in 100 Colors. Tyler, known for his unique blend of art and science, invited us to contribute by capturing two fascinating subjects under our Nanoscience Instruments PhenomXL Scanning Electron Microscope. ?? In this collaboration, we imaged: ?? A lab-grown opal—a masterpiece created by Tyler himself, where we were able to reveal the intricate silica nanoparticles that diffract light and create the opal's mesmerizing rainbow of colors. ?? The chrysalis of a monarch butterfly, where we uncovered the spiracles—tiny structures that allow the chrysalis to breathe during its transformation. Truly a natural marvel, captured in stunning detail. This marks the first time Nano Lab’s work has been published in a book, and we couldn’t be more honored to see our images contribute to Tyler’s vision of blending the worlds of science and art. For those interested in learning more about The Universe in 100 Colors, we highly recommend checking out Tyler’s site: https://tylerthrasher.com/ and the book: https://lnkd.in/gyAiCKRd Whether you’re in art, science, or anywhere in between—if you’ve got a sample that needs imaging or analysis, let’s collaborate. Reach out to us at [email protected] to see how we can help bring your vision to life! #NanoLab #ScientificDiscovery #SEM #STEM #STEAM #ArtAndScience #MaterialsAnalysis #ImagingInnovation #Opal #MonarchButterfly Thermo Fisher Scientific

???? Kicking off the weekend with a latte fun at Nano Lab! We’re celebrating National Coffee Day (yes, we know we’re a couple of days late!) by zooming in on something we all love—coffee grounds. This time, using our PhenomXL SEM from Nanoscience Instruments, we captured something special: a coffee ground in the shape of a heart ??! For us, this isn’t just a cup of joe—it’s a look at the science behind one of the world’s favorite drinks. Did you know the intricate texture of ground coffee helps release that unmistakable aroma and flavor? Seeing it at this level makes us appreciate every micro detail even more. If you’ve got a precious sample (coffee or otherwise) that needs in-depth analysis, we’ve got the tools and expertise to help. Our SEM, EDS, FIB, and AFM services are designed to bring out the finest details in your materials. Reach out to us at [email protected] and let’s take a closer look together! #NanoLab #NationalCoffeeDay #SEMLife #Microscopy #ScientificDiscovery #MaterialAnalysis

?? Starting the weekend off right: analyzing a precious sample for one of our key customers! We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work with the FEI Apreo High-Resolution SEMat UC San Diego’s Nano3 facility. This powerful tool helps us push the boundaries of what we can see and analyze, delivering stunning detail at the micro and nanoscales. A few nerdy facts about the Apreo that we’re geeking out over: - Schottky Field Emission technology gives it an incredible edge for ultra-high resolution imaging. - With its beam deceleration and in-lens detection, it offers unprecedented contrast, even at low voltages. Perfect for delicate materials. - The achievable resolution? Just 0.8nm at 15kV and 1.0nm at 1kV with the immersion lens—allowing us to capture the details that matter. - Pathfinder EDS software from Thermo Scientific makes energy dispersive X-ray microanalysis (EDX) user-friendly and efficient for analyzing the elemental composition of samples. The stage can accommodate samples up to 110mm in diameter, giving us the flexibility to handle a wide variety of projects—from materials analysis to device research. If you're ready to unlock the secrets hidden within your samples, let's chat! Whether it's SEM imaging, EDS analysis, or FIB cross-sectioning, we’re here to help you get the data you need. Reach out at [email protected] and let’s dive into the micro-world together! ???? #NanoLab #SEMLife #Microscopy #MaterialScience #TechExploration #FEIApreo #UCSDNano3

??? Uncovering the Hidden World of Silicon: Exploring a Decapped PAL16L8 Chip! ??? We teamed up with Labsmore.com to take a deep dive into the surface of a decapped PAL16L8 chip—an iconic piece of programmable logic from the 1980s. Using our Nanoscience Instruments PhenomXL SEM, we zoomed in on fascinating details like wire bonds, protruding traces, and even some tiny markings, such as “MMI 1988” and a series of numbers and symbols. Here’s a quick breakdown of what those markings likely mean: MMI 1988: Signifies the manufacturer, Monolithic Memories, Inc., and the production year. 57935B: Likely a lot or batch number for traceability in manufacturing. (C) and (M): Commonly indicate design copyright and the manufacturer's mark. XI with BBA underneath: Could denote a specific internal manufacturing or design reference. But remember, what you see on the surface is just the beginning. Beneath that top layer lies a complex network of logic and traces—a world of design that’s critical to the chip’s function. If you’re curious about what’s hiding beneath the surface of your samples, we’ve got the tools to help. Whether it’s mechanical grinding, polishing, or using focused ion beam (FIB) milling, we can reveal the layers below. Reach out to us at [email protected], and let’s uncover the unseen together! #nanolab #integratedcircuits #siliconchips #failureanalysis #scanningelectronmicroscopy #sem #electronmicroscopy #elementalanalysis #eds Thermo Fisher Scientific Nanoscience Instruments Labsmore LLC

???? Ever wondered what a bee stinger looks like under an electron microscope? Our social media intern, Fitz (who also happens to be a very curious pup), found out the hard way! After a bee sting incident, we put the stinger in our SEM and captured these amazing images. Did you know bee stingers are designed to latch on and deliver venom? Nature's engineering at its finest! Luckily, Fitz is doing great—no swelling, just a lot of curiosity. At Nano Lab, we love diving into the micro-world. Whether it’s a bee stinger or your latest project, our SEM, EDS, FIB, and AFM services offer the detailed insights you need. Interested in exploring the tiny details of your samples? Contact us at [email protected] and let’s get started! #NanoLab #SEMLife #BeeStinger #Microscopy #ScientificDiscovery #FitzTheIntern #ScanningElectronMicroscopy #SEM Thermo Fisher Scientific Nanoscience Instruments Electron Microscopy Innovative Technologies, LLC (Emit, LLC)

Sneak preview of the next video we're working on--zooming in on a decapped IC. Want to get a zoomed in look at your samples? For the rest of July, Nano Lab is offering a 10% discount for all new customers. With over 14 years of experience in electron microscopy, let us take a closer look at your samples via high resolution SEM imaging, EDS elemental mapping, FIB cross-sectioning, or AFM analysis. As a small, independent lab, we work directly with you to make sure that you get the data and results you need, on time and within budget. We even offer a 24 hour turnaround time on SEM imaging and EDS analysis when time is critical. Reach out today to get started on your samples: [email protected] #sem #scanningelectronmicroscopy #eds #elementalanalysis #failureanalysis #integratedcircuits #ic #em #fib #focusedionbeam #nanotechnology

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??? Zooming in on Tin Spheres! ??? Watch as we zoom in from 30,000x to an incredible 1,000,000x magnification, showcasing the intricate details of tin micro- and nanospheres. Captured with the FEI Apreo at UC San Diego's Nano3 facility. Whether your samples span a few nanometers or a few hundred microns, Nano Lab has the tools to unveil their hidden details. Our advanced SEM, EDS, and FIB services provide unparalleled insights into materials across biotech, wearables, advanced materials, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals. Curious to see what we can reveal for your projects? Contact us at [email protected] and let's explore together! #ScanningElectronMicroscopy #ElementalAnalysis #SEM #EDS #FIB #Nanotechnology