Purdue Electron Microscopy Facility

Overview of Services

The Purdue Electron Microscopy Center is a campus-wide core facility. Equipment and microscopes are located in three separate buildings - Whistler, Birck and Armstrong. An advisory committee provides direction on facilities and procedures. biscuit

 The main functions of the facility are to provide equipment, training, space, advice, and expertise so that researchers can conduct their research efficiently. There are both self-use  and service options available. The Center contains research equipment for use by students, faculty, postdocs, and service staff.
Technology in the facility provides capabilities for transmission electron microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and dual SEM/ Ion beam systems. Equipment is available for sample preparation, ultramicrotomy, critical point drying, vacuum evaporation, sputter coating,and ion polishing  Staff in the facility provide expertise in a wide range of specialized preparation techniques  and are always happy to help.

Getting Started

Christopher J Gilpin Ph.D.
Director
Phone: (765)494-7750
Email: gilpin@purdue.edu

Rosa Diaz Ph.D.
Staff Scientist
Phone (765)496-1075
Email: rdiazri@purdue.edu

Zhongxia Shang Ph.D.
Staff Scientist
Phone 
Email: shang19@purdue.edu

Robert Seiler (Bob)
Research Assistant
Phone: (765)494-6666
Email: seilerr@purdue.edu

Talukder Alam Ph.D.
Staff Scientist
Phone
Email alam18@purdue.edu

Sidnie Bienz
Research Assistant
Phone: (765)494-6666
Email: snbienz@purdue.edu

Location and hours of operation

Links and Resources

Our web site

Facility use guidelines

Contacts

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