Application Notes
8 Dec 2021UV Raman allows fluorescence background to be eliminated entirely. This is explored in this application note.
4 Nov 2021This note describes the considerations in grating selection and how the user may prioritise them.
7 Oct 2021This paper discusses how and why the spectral resolution required for dispersive Raman microscopy depends on the intended application and the sample material.
27 Sep 2021This application note describes how Raman and photoluminescence microscopy can be used as an analysis tool in any forensic laboratory.
24 Sep 2021Confocal Raman microscopy is used to study a nicotine patch.
3 Sep 2021In this application note, the use of Raman to monitor the fermentation of glucose (a common feedstock) with yeast is explored.
16 Aug 2021Raman spectroscopy is emerging as a tool to accurately diagnose gout and pseudogout for arthritis sufferers.
4 Aug 2021SERS has the potential to be use instead of fluorescence-based biosensors. One research group are studying the influence of the supporting hydrogel matrix material on pH assay performance.
24 May 2021A method to correct for slight variations in the wavenumber and intensity response of multiple units is described, achieving better than 99.5 % agreement.
13 May 2021Pro-Lite describe a new class of spectrometers developed by Wasatch Photonics.
12 May 2021A RISE system incorporates the advantages of both Raman imaging and SEM in the same vacuum chamber to facilitate the most in-depth characterisation of a sample.
22 Apr 2021Raman microscopy is an ideal technique for the analysis of gemstones and other geological samples thanks to its sensitivity to crystalline structures and the presence of minor components within a sample.
19 Apr 2021In this application note, an Edinburgh Instruments RM5 Raman Microscope is used to highlight how Raman microscopy an essential tool for any material scientist researching graphene.
8 Apr 2021Plastic waste is a growing issue and identification of plastic types for separation is key to effective recycling; Raman spectroscopy offers the speed and specificity to help.
29 Mar 2021This application note describes how Raman microscopy, alone or in combination, can investigate plant cell walls, macrophages and bacteria, and recognise atherosclerosis, differentiate malignant cells and monitor lipid uptake among other capabilities.
15 Feb 2021Confocal Raman imaging is an ideal method for studying 2D materials. It can be used to discern the orientation of their layers and investigate defects, strain and functionalisation.
5 Jan 2021Rigaku Analytical Devices has published a new application report describing the use of handheld 1064 nm Raman analysers for a variety of applications involved in the manufacture and testing of hand sanitiser.
2 Dec 2020This application note uses Raman spectroscopy to investigate three polymers, polyethylene (PE), polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and nylon-6.
11 Nov 2020Robust and reliable analytical methods are essential in the food industry to ensure that products are sold free of adulteration and safe for human consumption.
4 Aug 2020The size aggregation of nanoparticles are studied in this application note for the optimisation of SERS for glucose sensing.