Microscope Articles

Posted by Fred Koenig on Oct 5th 2022

What Is a Microscope & the Study of Microscopy

Science can thank the invention of the microscope for many of its findings and for the research that’s done today, but what is a microscope, and what is a microscope used for?What Is a Microscope …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Sep 29th 2022

Who Invented the Microscope & When

Today, microscopes are something that everyone is familiar with and has probably used at least once in their lives. Microscopes allow us to see organisms and objects that are too small to see with …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Aug 5th 2022

Manufacturing and Microscopes

Whether your industry needs microscopic aids for routine inspections or for sophisticated analysis, having the right microscope can greatly impact outcomes. Pairing an industrial microscope with so …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Jul 25th 2022

Centrifuge Basics

The first centrifuge was developed in 1878 and its purpose was to separate cream from milk. There’s been an almost exponential growth of centrifuge use and capabilities since. Today, the centrifuge …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Mar 10th 2022

Failure Analysis and Microscopes

When failure happens within any branch of the manufacturing industry, it is standard to begin failure analysis immediately. Failure analysis is when an investigation takes place to determine the ca …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Mar 10th 2022

Modern Microsurgery and Microscopes

Microsurgery is a general term for surgery requiring an operating microscope. It is a modern surgical technique that allows surgeons around the globe to perform medical procedures on tiny blo …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Mar 10th 2022

Cannabis Farming and Microscopy

Microscopes are increasingly being used in a variety of cannabis industry applications. Dispensaries, growing, and new measurement services programs for forensic cannabis laboratories are increasing n …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Feb 6th 2022

Educational Benefits of Digital Microscopes

As technology in scientific fields continues to advance, some classrooms are struggling to keep up or missing out on the transformative potential of digital microscopes. Digital microscopes bring t …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Feb 2nd 2022

How to Choose the Right Camera for Your Microscope

Trying to pick the perfect camera for your microscope can seem like a daunting task, especially when there are so many great options on the market! So, what factors should you consider while you're br …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Feb 2nd 2022

The Best Light Source for Your Microscope

The best light source for your microscope is going to largely depend on two primary factors: the microscope you’re using and the reason you’re using it. To fully understand why a particular light s …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Feb 2nd 2022

What Are Phase Contrast Microscopes Used For?

Before we explain the phase contrast microscopy applications, let's explore what phase contrast microscopy is. phase contrast microscopy is a technique that brings out brightness variations in the …

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Posted by Fred Koenig on Dec 21st 2021

What is a Fluorescence Microscope and What is It Used For

Put simply, a fluorescence microscope is any microscope that uses fluorescence to study specimens instead of using regular illumination and magnification methods found in most traditional optical m …

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