MicroAnalytical Facility
University of Oregon
http://epmalab.uoregon.edu
Contact Information
John Donovan
541-346-4632
donovan@uoregon.edu
Eugene
OREGON
Instrument Type
ELECTRON MICROBEAM - EMPA electron microprobe; wavelength dispersive spectrometers
Cameca SX100
Application:
Surface analysis Micro-imaging
Typical Use:
- Elemental composition on the microscale
- Thin film composition and thickness
- Backscatter and cathodo-luminescence imaging and x-ray mapping
Conditions for Use:
- Submitted samples will be analyzed on a contract basis (i.e. lab personnel will do the work)
- Visitors are invited to work in the lab to work with lab personnel
- Visitors are invited to work in the lab to design and do the work yourself
User Fees:
Charges are hourly based on actual instrument beam time. Contact lab manager for current rates.
Instrument Priorities:
Time critical commercial work is given priority whenever possible.
Remote Use:
Remote access through web video server and Virtual Network Computer (VNC) is available for consultation. Please see: http://epmalab.uoregon.edu/howto.htm
Sample Preparation:
Please see: http://epmalab.uoregon.edu/laboratory.htm
Standard Collections/Lab Blanks:
Software:
Instrument runs both Cameca Peak Sight and Probe Software Probe for Windows applications for maximum flexibility.
Educational Use:
- Class demonstrations are available for undergraduates
- Undergraduate student research projects are invited
- Graduate student research projects are invited
Support provided by:
Funding from NSF and Murdock Foundation