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The book explores theoretical foundations of Raman spectroscopy, looking into key concepts such as parameters, perturbation theories, normal vibration modes, and the application of group theory to specific structures. It also examines modifications of the Raman technique, particularly in the Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS) modality. Practical aspects of both Raman and SERS spectroscopy are covered in detail. Additionally, the book presents the characteristic Raman spectra of various materials measured by the author, along with a basic analysis of their molecular structures. This comprehensive approach ensures that readers gain a thorough understanding of both the theoretical and practical elements of Raman spectroscopy. Developed from the author's notes, research, and over a decade of teaching the Raman spectroscopy course, this book underscores the vital importance of spectroscopies in both academia and industry. These techniques are invaluable in the analytical field, offering powerful tools for the study and diagnosis of materials due to their capabilities for both quantitative and qualitative applications. Optical spectroscopies, inherently non-invasive, have gained popularity due to advancements in monochromatic sources and high-performance, high-resolution detectors, resulting in more versatile and portable instruments. Additionally, new methodologies for data acquisition and statistical analysis have been developed, reducing acquisition time and increasing the signal-to-noise ratio. Innovations in acquisition techniques, such as SERS, enable the acquisition of high-quality spectra from sample concentrations far below those required by conventional methods. The book offers a comprehensive introduction to one of the fastest-growing optical techniques, driven by advancements in optoelectronic and control devices. Aimed at final-year students in science and engineering, the text features clear mathematical explanations and explicit steps to help readers grasp the scope and applicability of the mathematical concepts involved. It serves as a foundational guide, equipping readers with the essential knowledge needed to tackle more complex models found in specialized literature.

This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers and graduate students specializing in optical engineering and optical sciences. Comprising three distinct parts, it addresses fundamental aspects and practical applications of modulated apertures in microscopy. The first part delves into the fabrication of modulated apertures and the computation of impulse responses or point spread functions (PSFs). It offers essential insights into the foundational concepts of modulated aperture design. The second part focuses on the utilization of modulated apertures in speckle imaging, elucidating their significance and relevance in this context. This section provides a comprehensive understanding of the practical applications of modulated apertures in image formation. The third and final part explores the application of modulated apertures within the framework of a confocal scanning laser microscope. The objective here is to enhance microscope resolution and image contrast, contributing tothe advancement of microscopy techniques. This book offers a concise and objective exploration of modulated apertures'fabrication, applications, and their potential to enhance microscopy. This book is a valuable reference for students and researchers seeking to deepen their knowledge in this specialized field.

Choice Recommended Title, March 2020Optical microscopy is used in a vast range of applications ranging from materials engineering to in vivo observations and clinical diagnosis, and thanks to the latest advances in technology, there has been a rapid growth in the number of methods available.This book is aimed at providing users with a practical guide to help them select, and then use, the most suitable method for their application. It explores the principles behind the different forms of optical microscopy, without the use of complex maths, to provide an understanding to help the reader utilise a specific method and then interpret the results. Detailed physics is provided in boxed sections, which can be bypassed by the non-specialist. It is an invaluable tool for use within research groups and laboratories in the life and physical sciences, acting as a first source for practical information to guide less experienced users (or those new to a particular methodology) on the range of techniques available.Features: The first book to cover all current optical microscopy methods for practical applications Written to be understood by a non-optical expert with inserts to provide the physical science background Brings together conventional widefield and confocal microscopy, with advanced non-linear and super resolution methods, in one book To learn more about the author please visit here.

This book describes the design, construction, and characterization of a new type of aberration-corrected, neutral-atom lens. Atom beam control plays a crucial role in many different fields, ranging from fundamental physics research and materials science to applied nanotechnology. Despite this, atom-optical elements like lenses and mirrors remain relatively underdeveloped compared to their counterparts in other optics fields. Although aberration correction is addressed quite comprehensively in photon and electron lenses, no credible research efforts have yet produced the same technology for neutral atoms.It reports on progress towards a neutral atom imaging device that will be useful in a range of applications, including nanofabrication and surface microscopy. It presents a novel technique for improving refractive power and correcting chromatic aberration in atom lenses based on a fundamental paradigm shift from continuous, two-dimensional focusing to a pulsed, three-dimensional approach. Simulations of this system suggest that it will pave the way towards the long-sought goal of true atom imaging on the nanoscale. The book further describes the construction of a prototype lens, and shows that all of the technological requirements for the proposed system are easily satisfied. Using metastable neon from a supersonic source, the prototype was characterized for three different focal lengths and a diverse range of apertures. Despite some manufacturing imperfections, lower distortion and higher resolution than has been shown in any previous hexapole lens was observed. Comparison with simulations corroborates the underlying theory and encourages further refinement of the process.

In diesem essential wird erläutert, was die Lichtblattmikroskopie von gewöhnlicher Lichtmikroskopie unterscheidet. Der Autor beleuchtet kurz die Historie solcher Verfahren, wobei der Schwerpunkt auf den technischen Konzepten liegt. Schließlich werden aktuelle Erscheinungsformen vorgestellt, ohne in die Tiefen der Ingenieurskunst hinabzusteigen. Die Ungewöhnlichkeit der Lichtblattmikroskopie besteht nicht nur darin, dass Betrachtung und Beleuchtung unter einem rechten Winkel stattfinden, vielmehr gewinnt diese Art der Mikroskopie vor allem dadurch, dass durch die Art der Beleuchtung nur ein ganz kleiner Teil des Präparates durchstrahlt wird. Die geeignete Auswahl der optischen Elemente sorgt dafür, dass das beobachtete Bild keine unscharfen Anteile mehr enthält.

The second, updated edition of this essential reference book provides a wealth of detail on a wide range of electronic and photonic materials, starting from fundamentals and building up to advanced topics and applications. Its extensive coverage, with clear illustrations and applications, carefully selected chapter sequencing and logical flow, makes it very different from other electronic materials handbooks. It has been written by professionals in the field and instructors who teach the subject at a university or in corporate laboratories. The Springer Handbook of Electronic and Photonic Materials, second edition, includes practical applications used as examples, details of experimental techniques, useful tables that summarize equations, and, most importantly, properties of various materials, as well as an extensive glossary. Along with significant updates to the content and the references, the second edition includes a number of new chapters such as those covering novel materials and selected applications. This handbook is a valuable resource for graduate students, researchers and practicing professionals working in the area of electronic, optoelectronic and photonic materials.

Rolf T. Borlinghaus erläutert die Ursachen für die klassische Begrenzung der Lichtmikroskopie und beleuchtet die neuen Super-Hochauflösungstechniken. Dies ist besonders aktuell, da der Nobelpreis 2014 für Chemie für die Entwicklung von Technologien vergeben wurde, die es nun ermöglichen, mit Lichtmikroskopen feinere Details aufzulösen, als es die klassische Theorie einschränkend vorhersagt. Diese neuen Methoden stellen aber nicht das bisherige Weltbild der Optik in Frage, vielmehr nutzen sie ganz andere Phänomene, um mittels klassischer Optik Positionsbestimmungen von Molekülen durchzuführen. Das ist theoretisch beliebig genau möglich.

Discusses the basic physical principles underlying Biomedical Photonics, spectroscopy and microscopy This volume discusses biomedical photonics, spectroscopy and microscopy, the basic physical principles underlying the technology and its applications. The topics discussed in this volume are: Biophotonics; Fluorescence and Phosphorescence; Medical Photonics; Microscopy; Nonlinear Optics; Ophthalmic Technology; Optical Tomography; Optofluidics; Photodynamic Therapy; Image Processing; Imaging Systems; Sensors; Single Molecule Detection; Futurology in Photonics. Comprehensive and accessible coverage of the whole of modern photonics Emphasizes processes and applications that specifically exploit photon attributes of light Deals with the rapidly advancing area of modern optics Chapters are written by top scientists in their field Written for the graduate level student in physical sciences; Industrial and academic researchers in photonics, graduate students in the area; College lecturers, educators, policymakers, consultants, Scientific and technical libraries, government laboratories, NIH.

Discusses the basic physical principles underlying the technology instrumentation of photonics This volume discusses photonics technology and instrumentation. The topics discussed in this volume are: Communication Networks; Data Buffers; Defense and Security Applications; Detectors; Fiber Optics and Amplifiers; Green Photonics; Instrumentation and Metrology; Interferometers; Light-Harvesting Materials; Logic Devices; Optical Communications; Remote Sensing; Solar Energy; Solid-State Lighting; Wavelength Conversion Comprehensive and accessible coverage of the whole of modern photonics Emphasizes processes and applications that specifically exploit photon attributes of light Deals with the rapidly advancing area of modern optics Chapters are written by top scientists in their field Written for the graduate level student in physical sciences; Industrial and academic researchers in photonics, graduate students in the area; College lecturers, educators, policymakers, consultants, Scientific and technical libraries, government laboratories, NIH.

Adaptive Optics for Biological Imaging brings together groundbreaking research on the use of adaptive optics for biological imaging. The book builds on prior work in astronomy and vision science. Featuring contributions by leaders in this emerging field, it takes an interdisciplinary approach that makes the subject accessible to nonspecialists who

Digital holography is an emerging field of new paradigm in general imaging applications. The book presents an introduction to the theoretical and numerical principles and reviews the research and development activities in digital holography, with emphasis on the microscopy techniques and applications. Topics covered include the general theory of diffraction and holography formations, and practical instrumentation and experimentation of digital holography. Various numerical techniques are described that give rise to the unique and versatile capabilities of digital holography. Representative special techniques and applications of digital holography are discussed. The book is intended for researchers interested in developing new techniques and exploring new applications of digital holography.

This book deals with the latest achievements in the field of optical coherent microscopy. While many other books exist on microscopy and imaging, this book provides a unique resource dedicated solely to this subject. Similarly, many books describe applications of holography, interferometry and speckle to metrology but do not focus on their use for microscopy. The coherent light microscopy reference provided here does not focus on the experimental mechanics of such techniques but instead is meant to provide a users manual to illustrate the strengths and capabilities of developing techniques. The areas of application of this technique are in biomedicine, medicine, life sciences, nanotechnology and materials sciences.

Microscopy, which has served as a fundamental scientific technique for centuries, remains an invaluable tool in chemistry, biology, healthcare, and forensics. Increasingly, it is being integrated into modern chemical instrumentation and is of value as a powerful analytical tool across many scientific disciplines. Designed to serve as a primary reso