Research Grant
[Cite as http://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LE160100063]
Researchers:
Allen Nutman
(Chief Investigator)
,
Azdiar Gazder
(Chief Investigator)
,
Candace Lang
(Chief Investigator)
,
Dr Jing Fu
(Chief Investigator)
,
Dr Leigh Sheppard
(Chief Investigator)
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Brief description Focused ion beam microscope for trace element analysis and nanomachining. Focused ion beam microscope for trace element analysis and nanomachining: \nThis project aims to fill the critical gap in 3-D imaging and compositional characterisation of metals, functional materials, polymers, biomaterials, ceramics and minerals at micro- and nano-scales. Coupling of dual column focused ion beam microscopy with secondary ion mass spectroscopy analysis will is designed to overcome the long-standing limitation of light and trace element analysis in scanning electron microscopes. This facility would provide Australian researchers with a new capability of characterising light and trace elements using scanning electron microscopy. Along with the ability to characterise a diverse range of materials in 3-D, the new system would enable fabrication of functional nanoscale devices for nanotechnology, biomedical and energy applications.
Funding Amount $980,000
Funding Scheme Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities
- ARC : LE160100063
- PURL : http://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LE160100063
