Purdue Electron Microscopy Center

The Purdue Electron Microscopy Center (PEMC) provides access to state-of-the-art electron microscopy instrumentation and provides service, consultation, and training to assist scientists in achieving their research objectives. The staff in the PEMC come from a wide range of scientific backgrounds, allowing the Center to provide guidance to a broad group of researchers. Technology in the PEMC includes transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and dual SEM/ Ion beam systems. There are 11 electron microscopes in the EM Center, each with unique capabilities. This variety of microscopes provides access to analytical techniques like energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (EDX/EDS), electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD), and electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS). Equipment is available for sample preparation, including focused ion beam, cryo SEM, ultramicrotomy, critical point drying, sputter coating, and ion polishing. Staff in the Center provide expertise in a wide range of specialized preparation and analytical techniques and are always happy to help.