Live Demonstration of the Photothermal AFM-IR Workflow

During this webinar, our experts conduct AFM-IR analysis of PMMA beads embedded in an epoxy resin, while showing and explaining each step along the way. Viewers can expect to:

• Learn about the acquisition setup procedure, including focusing, parameter adjustment, alignment, and background collection
• Witness in real time the collection of spectra, maps, and hyperspectral images
• Understand how IR spectral data is interpreted

For viewers who are new to nanoscale IR techniques, prior viewing of the first session in this series is recommended

In this webinar, Bruker experts guide the audience through an exemplary AFM-IR workflow, using PMMA beads embedded in an epoxy resin on the nanoIR3-s instrument. Whether you are a current or prospective nanoIR3 user or are simply interested in the details of the nanoscale IR spectroscopy process, you can expect to gain practical information from this demonstration.

This demo webinar follows the typical AFM-IR workflow process:

1. Measurement setup and proper alignment
2. Acquisition of nanoscale IR spectroscopy data
3. Mapping of chemical composition at defined wavenumbers
4. Hyperspectral imaging to capture a 2D chemical map over a range of wavenumbers

Following the demonstration, the presenters answer questions from the audience, including: 

• How long does it take to collect a high-resolution hyperspectral map?
• What are the automation capabilities for a series of chemical images?
• Does the software include spectral processing capabilities?
• Can you measure inorganics alongside organics?
• What are the acquisition differences between dry samples and those in fluid?
• What AFM probe types are used for AFM-IR?
• Can sticky, adhesive samples be measured using the AFM-IR technique? 

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