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Biointerfaces Institute

Atomic Force Microscope (AFM; Bruker)

Bioselectivity Suite; Surface Characterization; Containment Level 1

Overview

Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) BioScope Catalyst (Bruker) uses “Peak Force Tapping” to produce atomic resolution imaging and nanomechanical mapping of a surface.

AFM: Peak Force Tapping

AFM Analysis

Instrument Uses

  • Surface Characterization
  • Mechanical Characterization

Requirements

  • Sample must be fixed to or be a surface