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  • Scientific Cameras for Ultra-Low-Light Imaging in Quantum Research

    Quantum theory seeks to explain the nature and behavior of matter and energy at atomic and subatomic levels. Quantum research aims to manipulate the state of this matter and energy to achieve accurate, measurable, and repeatable results, thereby improving the understanding of such phenomena.

  • Deep-Cooled InGaAs FPA Camera Enables High-Speed, High-Resolution In Vivo Imaging of SWIR-Emitting Quantum Dots

    Working in the shortwave-infrared (SWIR) region of the spectrum affords researchers several advantages, including the abilities to circumvent unwanted fluorescence backgrounds and to probe more deeply into sample surfaces.

  • High-Accuracy LIBS with Picosecond Time Resolution

    Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) is considered one of the most convenient and efficient analytical techniques for trace elemental analysis in gases, solids, and liquids.

  • Scientific NIR-II / SWIR Cameras for Advanced Imaging and Spectroscopy Applications

    For decades, x-ray and UV-vis-NIR detection methods have been used in various scientific, military, medical, and industrial applications.

  • TERS Imaging Resolves Individual Molecular Vibrational Modes

    The Surface and Interface Science Laboratory at the Japanese RIKEN institute lead by Chief Scientist Yousoo Kim conducts research on surfaces and interfaces at the nanoscale, down to the level of single atoms and molecules. Optical techniques such as Raman spectroscopy are an invaluable tool for investigating these surfaces and new materials in general.

  • Signal and Noise: How NIRvana Infrared Cameras Deliver Powerful Sensitivity

    Infrared imaging in the Short-Wave InfraRed (SWIR) region from 1000-1700 nm wavelength, also known as NIR-II, opens doors to powerful and versatile imaging techniques and applications. This is made possible by InGaAs sensors – sensors where the imaging substrate is composed of a mix of indium, gallium and arsenide instead of silicon.

  • Scientific NIR-II / SWIR Cameras Enable Femtosecond Frequency Comb Vernier Spectroscopy

    A frequency comb is a spectrum that comprises a series of discrete, equally spaced elements. The most popular mechanism used to generate a frequency comb is stabilization of the pulse train by a mode-locked laser.

  • NIR Spectroscopy Aids in the Diagnosis of Neonatal Brain Injury

    Over the past several years, biomedical researchers and engineers working in labs, hospitals, and universities around the world have developed an extensive set of spectroscopy-based methods — including a new class of non-invasive in vivo techniques utilizing near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS)

  • Thermal Management: How NIRvana Cameras Keep Their Cool

    With infrared imaging in the SWIR (Short Wave InfraRed) band from 900nm to 1700nm wavelength, there are unique imaging capabilities. From cutting-edge in vivo investigations to nanotechnology, demanding scientific applications are hugely diverse and growing. However, there are also unique challenges to overcome.

  • High-resolution spectroscopy for measuring fine structures and spin interactions in quantum materials

    Jörg Debus and his team at TU Dortmund University in Germany conduct research on materials with high potential for applications in optical quantum information processing, spintronics as well as quantum sensing. The group studies structures, such as quantum dots, as well as 2D materials, semiconducting defects in diamond and rare-earth ions quantum wells.

  • Cold Shielding in Scientific SWIR

    Imaging in the infrared brings unique challenges. The NIRvana range of InGaAs cameras from Princeton Instruments operates in the Short-Wave InfraRed (SWIR) or second Near Infrared (NIR-II) region from 900 nm to 1700 nm. Sensitivity to wavelengths in this range unlocks a whole host of applications within scientific research.

  • A Brief Overview of Raman Spectroscopy in Life Sciences

    Raman spectroscopy has become a widely used tool in biomedical engineering and life science for its diagnostic potential. It is used in medical research, studying the biochemical environment of single cells or monitoring the reaction of cells to drugs, pharmaceutical industry for process and quality control in the manufacturing of drugs.