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The A to Z for Microscopy
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Image File Formats
There is a vast variety of data formats, some of which are relatively universal; others are specific for certain software programs or operating systems.
Intensified CCD Cameras
There are two general types of cameras used for image intensification. In the most common intensified CCD camera, the ICCD, an intensifier unit is ...
Ion imaging
There are two general types of cameras used for image intensification. In the most common intensified CCD camera, the ICCD, an intensifier unit is ...
IR (infrared) Observation
IR observation is the preferred method of inspecting the inside of electronic devices using materials which transmit IR, like silicon or ...