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How to Build a Digital Microscope - Construct a Reliable, Inexpensive Microscope for both Regular and Polarized Light Microscopy

by Lasse Lu Pedersen ...

The microscope is the most important tool in the microbiologists toolbox. Nowadays, several companies sell very well made microscopes, but such a luxury was unknown to the earliest microbiologists. They had to build their own microscopes, and many advancements to the science of microbiology were made by people who managed to improve on their own private microscopes.While basic models have become ... Read more

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The microscope is the most important tool in the microbiologists toolbox. Nowadays, several companies sell very well made microscopes, but such a luxury was unknown to the earliest microbiologists. They had to build their own microscopes, and many advancements to the science of microbiology were made by people who managed to improve on their own private microscopes.While basic models have become
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Deep Learning for the Life Sciences

Applying Deep Learning to Genomics, Microscopy, Drug Discovery, and More

by Bharath Ramsundar, Peter Eastman, Pat Walters, Vijay Pande ...

Deep learning has already achieved remarkable results in many fields. Now it’s making waves throughout the sciences broadly and the life sciences in particular. This practical book teaches developers and scientists how to use deep learning for genomics, chemistry, biophysics, microscopy, medical analysis, and other fields.Ideal for practicing developers and scientists ready to apply their skills ... Read more

$55.49 USD

Deep learning has already achieved remarkable results in many fields. Now it’s making waves throughout the sciences broadly and the life sciences in particular. This practical book teaches developers and scientists how to use deep learning for genomics, chemistry, biophysics, microscopy, medical analysis, and other fields.Ideal for practicing developers and scientists ready to apply their skills
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Micrographia

Tabled & Illustrated

by Robert Hook ...

Micrographia is a historic book by Robert Hooke, detailing the then thirty-year-old Hooke's observations through various lenses. Published in September 1665, the first major publication of the Royal Society, it was the first scientific best-seller, inspiring a wide public interest in the new science of microscopy. It is also notable for coining the biological term cell.Observations:Hooke most ... Read more

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Micrographia is a historic book by Robert Hooke, detailing the then thirty-year-old Hooke's observations through various lenses. Published in September 1665, the first major publication of the Royal Society, it was the first scientific best-seller, inspiring a wide public interest in the new science of microscopy. It is also notable for coining the biological term cell.Observations:Hooke most
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The Topography of Tears

by Rose-Lynn Fisher ...

“When you first view Rose-Lynn Fisher’s photographs, you might think you’re looking down at the world from an airplane, at dunes, skyscrapers or shorelines. In fact, you’re looking at her tears. . . . [There’s] poetry in the idea that our emotional terrain bears visual resemblance to the physical world; that our tears can look like the vistas we see out an airplane window. Fisher’s images are the ... Read more

$14.99 USD

“When you first view Rose-Lynn Fisher’s photographs, you might think you’re looking down at the world from an airplane, at dunes, skyscrapers or shorelines. In fact, you’re looking at her tears. . . . [There’s] poetry in the idea that our emotional terrain bears visual resemblance to the physical world; that our tears can look like the vistas we see out an airplane window. Fisher’s images are the
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Genome Visualization by Classic Methods in Light Microscopy

by Jean-Marie Exbrayat ...

Series series Methods in Visualization
Visualization of nucleic acids has become indispensable to studying cells, tissues, and organisms. Certain techniques even permit quantification of DNA and/or RNA distribution in tissues, but few current analytical books cover the numerous methods for DNA and RNA visualization. This book provides insight into several classic techniques, histologica ... Read more

$250.99 USD

Visualization of nucleic acids has become indispensable to studying cells, tissues, and organisms. Certain techniques even permit quantification of DNA and/or RNA distribution in tissues, but few current analytical books cover the numerous methods for DNA and RNA visualization. This book provides insight into several classic techniques, histologica
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Life at the Nanoscale

Atomic Force Microscopy of Live Cells

Edited by Yves Dufrene ...

Proceeding from basic fundamentals to applications, this volume provides a comprehensive overview of the use of AFM and related scanning probe microscopies for cell surface analysis. It covers all cell types, from viruses and protoplasts to bacteria and animal cells. It also discusses a range of advanced AFM modalities, including high-resolution imaging, nanoindentation measurements, recognition ... Read more

$160.99 USD

Proceeding from basic fundamentals to applications, this volume provides a comprehensive overview of the use of AFM and related scanning probe microscopies for cell surface analysis. It covers all cell types, from viruses and protoplasts to bacteria and animal cells. It also discusses a range of advanced AFM modalities, including high-resolution imaging, nanoindentation measurements, recognition
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Characterization of Minerals, Metals, and Materials 2021

Edited by Jian Li, Mingming Zhang, Bowen Li, Sergio Neves Monteiro, Shadia Ikhmayies, Yunus Eren Kalay, Jiann-Yang Hwang, Juan P. Escobedo-Diaz, John S. Carpenter, Andrew D. Brown, Rajiv Soman, Alex Moser ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
The collection focuses on the advancements of characterization of minerals, metals, and materials and the applications of characterization results on the processing of these materials. Advanced characterization methods, techniques, and new instruments are emphasized. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:· Novel methods and techniques for characterizing materials across a spectrum of ... Read more

$215.99 USD

The collection focuses on the advancements of characterization of minerals, metals, and materials and the applications of characterization results on the processing of these materials. Advanced characterization methods, techniques, and new instruments are emphasized. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:· Novel methods and techniques for characterizing materials across a spectrum of
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Astronomy 101: The Introductory Guide to Enthusiastic Stargazers

by Darrell Ason ...

IMAGINE STANDING BENEATH A BOUNDLESS NIGHT SKY WITHOUT LIGHT POLLUTION, FEELING THE COOL AIR AS THE STARS GLOW OVERHEAD, AND WONDERING ABOUT THE MYSTERIES HELD WITHIN THE COSMOS."ASTRONOMY 101" is your personal guide into the vast, awe-inspiring universe above—a universe that holds the key to not just understanding the stars, but also understanding OUR PLACE AMONG THEM.This book is crafted for ... Read more

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IMAGINE STANDING BENEATH A BOUNDLESS NIGHT SKY WITHOUT LIGHT POLLUTION, FEELING THE COOL AIR AS THE STARS GLOW OVERHEAD, AND WONDERING ABOUT THE MYSTERIES HELD WITHIN THE COSMOS."ASTRONOMY 101" is your personal guide into the vast, awe-inspiring universe above—a universe that holds the key to not just understanding the stars, but also understanding OUR PLACE AMONG THEM.This book is crafted for
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Single-Molecule Super-Resolution Optical Microscopy

by Partha Pratim Mondal, Samuel Hess ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of single-molecular super-resolution microscopy. It covers the behavior of light as it propagates through optical elements and specially designed optical systems, the wave nature of light and its interaction with single molecules, the photophysics of single molecules, the instrumentation and dedicated single-photon detectors necessary ... Read more

$89.09 USD

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of single-molecular super-resolution microscopy. It covers the behavior of light as it propagates through optical elements and specially designed optical systems, the wave nature of light and its interaction with single molecules, the photophysics of single molecules, the instrumentation and dedicated single-photon detectors necessary
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Scanning Probe Microscopy For Energy Research: Materials, Devices, And Applications

by Dawn Bonnell, Sergei V Kalinin ...

Series Book 7 - World Scientific Series In Nanoscience And Nanotechnology
Efficiency and life time of solar cells, energy and power density of the batteries, and costs of the fuel cells alike cannot be improved unless the complex electronic, optoelectronic, and ionic mechanisms underpinning operation of these materials and devices are understood on the nanometer level of individual defects. Only by probing these phenomena locally can we hope to link materials structure ... Read more

$56.69 USD

Efficiency and life time of solar cells, energy and power density of the batteries, and costs of the fuel cells alike cannot be improved unless the complex electronic, optoelectronic, and ionic mechanisms underpinning operation of these materials and devices are understood on the nanometer level of individual defects. Only by probing these phenomena locally can we hope to link materials structure
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Expedition into the Nanoworld

An Exciting Voyage from Optical Microscopy to Nanoscopy

by Alberto Diaspro ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
The story of microscopy over the years is one of wonder, revelation, and even love. What better words could there be to describe the amazing things that we have been able to see, learn and accomplish thanks to the progress made in this field? A love story between a pieace of glass and the rainbow with an original soundtrack mad of poetry and music.From Galilei’s initial foray into basic optical ... Read more

$29.69 USD

The story of microscopy over the years is one of wonder, revelation, and even love. What better words could there be to describe the amazing things that we have been able to see, learn and accomplish thanks to the progress made in this field? A love story between a pieace of glass and the rainbow with an original soundtrack mad of poetry and music.From Galilei’s initial foray into basic optical
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Acoustic Microscopy

Second Edition

by Andrew Briggs, Oleg Kolosov ...

Series Book 67 - Monographs on the Physics and Chemistry of Materials
Acoustic microscopy enables the elastic properties of materials to be imaged and measured with the resolution of a good microscope. By using frequencies in the microwave regime, it is possible to make the acoustic wavelength comparable with the wavelength of light, and hence to achieve a resolution comparable with an optical microscope. Solids can support both longitudinal and transverse acoustic ... Read more

$109.79 USD

Acoustic microscopy enables the elastic properties of materials to be imaged and measured with the resolution of a good microscope. By using frequencies in the microwave regime, it is possible to make the acoustic wavelength comparable with the wavelength of light, and hence to achieve a resolution comparable with an optical microscope. Solids can support both longitudinal and transverse acoustic
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Pocket Guide to Mycological Diagnosis

Edited by Rossana de Aguiar Cordeiro ...

Series series Pocket Guides to Biomedical Sciences
The Pocket Guide to Mycological Diagnosis provides useful and concise information for microbiologists and professionals diagnosing the most medically relevant fungal species. Cellular and molecular techniques, immunological methods, and more accurate microscopy equipment available in most mycology laboratories now make diagnosis more routine. Furthermore, information regarding medical mycology, ... Read more

$62.99 USD

The Pocket Guide to Mycological Diagnosis provides useful and concise information for microbiologists and professionals diagnosing the most medically relevant fungal species. Cellular and molecular techniques, immunological methods, and more accurate microscopy equipment available in most mycology laboratories now make diagnosis more routine. Furthermore, information regarding medical mycology,
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Das Mikroskop und seine Anwendung

Bereicherte Ausgabe. Ein Leitfaden bei mikroskopischen Untersuchungen

by Hermann Hager, Winslow Marsh ...

In "Das Mikroskop und seine Anwendung" entfaltet Hermann Hager eine faszinierende Erkundung der Mikroskopie und deren weitreichender Anwendungsmöglichkeiten in den Naturwissenschaften. Der Autor, ein sowohl praktizierender als auch theoretischer Wissenschaftler, verbindet in seinem Werk anschauliche Erklärungen mit präzisen technischen Details, um die Leser in die Welt der mikroskopischen ... Read more

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In "Das Mikroskop und seine Anwendung" entfaltet Hermann Hager eine faszinierende Erkundung der Mikroskopie und deren weitreichender Anwendungsmöglichkeiten in den Naturwissenschaften. Der Autor, ein sowohl praktizierender als auch theoretischer Wissenschaftler, verbindet in seinem Werk anschauliche Erklärungen mit präzisen technischen Details, um die Leser in die Welt der mikroskopischen
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Atomic Force Microscopy

Fundamental Concepts and Laboratory Investigations

by Wesley C. Sanders ...

This book focuses primarily on the atomic force microscope and serves as a reference for students, postdocs, and researchers using atomic force microscopes for the first time. In addition, this book can serve as the primary text for a semester-long introductory course in atomic force microscopy. There are a few algebra-based mathematical relationships included in the book that describe the ... Read more

$105.99 USD

This book focuses primarily on the atomic force microscope and serves as a reference for students, postdocs, and researchers using atomic force microscopes for the first time. In addition, this book can serve as the primary text for a semester-long introductory course in atomic force microscopy. There are a few algebra-based mathematical relationships included in the book that describe the
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The Microscope

Enriched edition.

by Andrew Ross, Colton Marsh ...

In "The Microscope," Andrew Ross explores the intricate relationship between science and culture through a multidisciplinary lens. This thought-provoking work delves into the historical development of microscopy, illustrating how technological advancements have not only expanded our understanding of the microscopic world but have also influenced philosophical and artistic thought. Ross employs a ... Read more

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In "The Microscope," Andrew Ross explores the intricate relationship between science and culture through a multidisciplinary lens. This thought-provoking work delves into the historical development of microscopy, illustrating how technological advancements have not only expanded our understanding of the microscopic world but have also influenced philosophical and artistic thought. Ross employs a
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Histochemical and Cytochemical Methods of Visualization

Edited by Jean-Marie Exbrayat ...

Series series Methods in Visualization
Histochemistry and cytochemistry are important fields for studying the inner workings of cells and tissues of the body. While visualization techniques have been in use for many years, new methods of detection developed recently help researchers and practitioners better understand cell activity. Histochemical and Cytochemical Methods of Visualization describes the essential techniques that can be ... Read more

$115.99 USD

Histochemistry and cytochemistry are important fields for studying the inner workings of cells and tissues of the body. While visualization techniques have been in use for many years, new methods of detection developed recently help researchers and practitioners better understand cell activity. Histochemical and Cytochemical Methods of Visualization describes the essential techniques that can be
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The Measurement of Grain Boundary Geometry

by Valerie Randle ...

Series series Series in Microscopy in Materials Science
As the selection of material for particular engineering properties becomes increasingly important in keeping costs down, methods for evaluating material properties also become more relevant. One such method examines the geometry of grain boundaries, which reveals much about the properties of the material. Studying material properties from their geometrical measurements, The Measurement of Grain ... Read more

$57.99 USD

As the selection of material for particular engineering properties becomes increasingly important in keeping costs down, methods for evaluating material properties also become more relevant. One such method examines the geometry of grain boundaries, which reveals much about the properties of the material. Studying material properties from their geometrical measurements, The Measurement of Grain
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Immuno-Gold Electron Microscopy in Virus Diagnosis and Research

by Alexander D. Hyatt, Bryan Eaton ...

This book presents a wide variety of immuno-gold techniques for use in virus diagnosis and research. Protocols are presented for state-of-the-art techniques, including in situ hybridization, freeze substitution, and the utilization of ultra-small probes and replicas for use by virologists and electron microscopists identifying and studying viruses, their components, and replication in cells. The ... Read more

$480.00 USD

This book presents a wide variety of immuno-gold techniques for use in virus diagnosis and research. Protocols are presented for state-of-the-art techniques, including in situ hybridization, freeze substitution, and the utilization of ultra-small probes and replicas for use by virologists and electron microscopists identifying and studying viruses, their components, and replication in cells. The
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Microscopy of Textile Fibres

by P H Greaves, B P Saville ...

An up-to-date practical guide to the properties and characteristics of textile fibres, with clear advice on sampling, specimen preparation and examination procedures. ... Read more

$72.99 USD

An up-to-date practical guide to the properties and characteristics of textile fibres, with clear advice on sampling, specimen preparation and examination procedures.
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Scanning Probe Microscopes

Applications in Science and Technology

by K. S. Birdi ...

Scanning Probe Microscopes: Applications in Science and Technology explains, analyzes, and demonstrates the most widely used microscope in the family of microscopes -- the scanning probe microscope. Beginning with an introduction to the development of SPMs, the author introduces the basics of scanning tunneling and atomic force microscopes (STMs an ... Read more

$345.00 USD

Scanning Probe Microscopes: Applications in Science and Technology explains, analyzes, and demonstrates the most widely used microscope in the family of microscopes -- the scanning probe microscope. Beginning with an introduction to the development of SPMs, the author introduces the basics of scanning tunneling and atomic force microscopes (STMs an
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Insect Microscopy

by Andrew Chick ...

Insects, and their close relatives, the arachnids, centipedes, millipedes and woodlice, make ideal material for study by the recreational microscopist. Moreover for the entomologist, the addition of the use of the microscope to their tool kit adds a whole new dimension to their study, revealing in finest detail the appearance and structure of these tiny creatures. This book reveals the basics of ... Read more

$20.99 USD

Insects, and their close relatives, the arachnids, centipedes, millipedes and woodlice, make ideal material for study by the recreational microscopist. Moreover for the entomologist, the addition of the use of the microscope to their tool kit adds a whole new dimension to their study, revealing in finest detail the appearance and structure of these tiny creatures. This book reveals the basics of
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Secondary Electron Energy Spectroscopy In The Scanning Electron Microscope

by Anjam Khursheed ...

This book deals with the subject of secondary energy spectroscopy in the scanning electron microscope (SEM). The SEM is a widely used research instrument for scientific and engineering research and its low energy scattered electrons, known as secondary electrons, are used mainly for the purpose of nanoscale topographic imaging. This book demonstrates the advantages of carrying out precision ... Read more

$84.59 USD

This book deals with the subject of secondary energy spectroscopy in the scanning electron microscope (SEM). The SEM is a widely used research instrument for scientific and engineering research and its low energy scattered electrons, known as secondary electrons, are used mainly for the purpose of nanoscale topographic imaging. This book demonstrates the advantages of carrying out precision
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Color Atlas and Manual of Microscopy for Criminalists, Chemists, and Conservators

by Nicholas Petraco, Thomas Kubic ...

Professionals in many disciplines, from archeology to forensic science and anthropology, must be able to identify organic and inorganic fibers and particles. In a single source, this book presents a range of simple methods to help readers quickly characterize and identify a broad range of materials. ... Read more

$104.99 USD

Professionals in many disciplines, from archeology to forensic science and anthropology, must be able to identify organic and inorganic fibers and particles. In a single source, this book presents a range of simple methods to help readers quickly characterize and identify a broad range of materials.
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