Deliverable 4.3

Understanding the behavior of materials under electron microscopy is a cornerstone in advancing scientific research. But what happens when the very method used for observation causes damage to the subject of study? Here's a rundown on the latest developments which are highlighted in the Deliverable 4.3 - Report on comparison of precision versus dose for imaging and diffraction methods.

Deliverable 4.6 - Report on evaluation of precision estimates for TEM experiments

Modern Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) instruments have revolutionized our ability to observe the nanoscale world. Yet, for the next leap in quantitative measurements, we need improved accuracy, precision, and reproducibility. In the deliverable 4.6 - Report on evaluation of precision estimates for TEM experiments, we delve into the strides made in ESTEEM3, focusing on the estimation of precision and accuracy in TEM measurements.

Deliverable 6.4 - Report on protocols for achieving low resistive FE(I)BID Ohmic contacts

In the framework of the ESTEEM3 project, we've developed protocols to prepare specimens suitable for in-situ biasing experiments on thin films or devices. This article focusses on the Deliverable 6.4 - Report on protocols for achieving low resistive FE(I)BID Ohmic contacts and presents the progress made towards achieving low resistive Focused Electron/Ion Beam Induced Deposition (FE(I)BID) Ohmic contacts, an essential part of this protocol.

D5.3 Report on quantitative chemical atomic resolution mapping

The ability to identify the precise location and type of atoms and understand how they bond is crucial in modern material analysis. As it is the chemical compositions and atomic structural arrangements that ultimately drive the properties and functionalities of materials, we need reliable pathways to explore elemental occurrences quantitatively. This article summarizes the deliverable 5.3 which reviews these issues.

ESTEEM3 Final Event

As ESTEEM3 project is coming to an end, the project consortium invites you to its Final Infoday on Wednesday 31st May 2023, from 09:00 to 16:00 CEST at the Loft des Écluses, 159 Quai de Valmy, Paris or remotely via Teams. Register here!

Deliverables

ESTEEM3, a consortium of 20 transmission electron microscopy (TEM) partners, has been influential in the European Research Area and recognized by the EC and member states. As the consortium looks towards future, it aims to establish a legal structure for better coordination and long-term planning.

This article summarizes the Deliverable 1.3 which highlights the progress made towards creating a new legal structure for the European TEM community.

Deliverable

This article summarizes the Deliverable 1.8 which discusses the development of a data and software strategy for transmission electron microscopy (TEM) within the ESTEEM3 project, focusing on open science and collaboration among research institutes.

The importance of open source software, standardization of file formats, and access to resources for researchers is emphasized, as well as the benefits to academia and industry.

Deliverable 7.4

Deliverable 7.4 - Report on protocols for sample preparation techniques of ICT materials.

Discover advanced TEM sample preparation techniques for ICT materials, focusing on assessing sample quality, wedge polishing, in situ electrical measurements on semiconductor nanowires, and sample transfer for in situ MEMS devices. Unveil how these techniques enable high-quality data extraction and contribute to breakthroughs in the field.

D.9.4 - Report on protocols for sample preparation techniques of materials for health

Explore the recent advancements in sample preparation techniques for materials in the health sector. Our article summarizes the Deliverable 9.4, which discusses five innovative projects within ESTEEM3's Materials for Health work package, focusing on the development and optimization of TEM sample preparation methods for biodegradable biopolyesters, natural biocomposites, pharmaceuticals, dental pathologies, and dental tissues.

Deliverable 10.4

This article summarizes the Deliverable 10.4 which discusses different methods and techniques for preparing high-quality, electron-transparent specimens for transmission electron microscopy (TEM) analysis, focusing on structural materials.

The choice of preparation method depends on the material and the specific analysis being conducted. Techniques include electropolishing, ion milling and focused ion beam (FIB) methods.

Deliverable 8.4

This article, based on the D8.4 - Report on protocols for sample preparation techniques of materials for energy, will take you through cutting-edge sample preparation techniques that are revolutionizing transmission electron microscopy (TEM) analysis in the energy sector. Explore the intricacies of TEM sample preparation and discover how these innovations help scientists better understand materials for energy applications.

European workshop

Join us at Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden, on May 8-9, 2023. 

Raul Arenal

Raul Arenal is the group leader of the Nanoscopy on Low Dimensional Materials (NLDM, at the INMA, CSIC-U. Zaragoza) and the coordinator of the TEM area at the LMA-U Zaragoza. 

In this interview, Raul Arenal will explain his background, his role, and his views about ESTEEM3.

ESTEEM3 Final Event

As ESTEEM3 is coming to an end, the project consortium invites you to its Final Infoday on Wednesday 31st May 2023, from 09:00 to 16:00 CEST at the Loft des Écluses, 159 Quai de Valmy, Paris. Register here!

AdSTEM3

Jozef Stefan Institute will organize a workshop on "4D STEM Imaging" in Piran, Slovenia from May 14th to May 18th, 2023. 

ESTEEM3 Final Event

As ESTEEM3 is coming to an end, the project consortium invites you to its Final Infoday on Wednesday 31st May 2023, from 09:00 to 16:00 CEST at the Loft des Écluses, 159 Quai de Valmy, Paris. Register here!

ESTEEM3

Vesna SROT is a group leader at the Stuttgart Center for Electron Microscopy, MPI-FKF Stuttgart, Germany. In the ESTEEM3 project, she leads the Work Package 9 – Materials for Health. In this interview, Vesna SROT will explain her background, her role, and her views about ESTEEM3.

Lunchtime lecture

ESTEEM3 is giving a lunchtime lecture at the Microscopy Conference 2023 in Darmstadt (Germany). 

Ernst Ruska-Centre for Microscopy and Spectroscopy with Electrons (ER-C)

Ernst Ruska-Centre for Microscopy and Spectroscopy with Electrons will organize a workshop on "TEM Characterization Techniques : Focusing on In-Situ and EELS" in Juelich, Germany from March 22th to March 24th, 2023. 

ESTEEM3 Final Event

As ESTEEM3 is coming to an end, the project consortium invites you to its Final Infoday on Wednesday 31st May 2023, from 09:00 to 16:00 CEST at the Loft des Écluses, 159 Quai de Valmy, Paris. Register here!

Dieter Weber

In this interview, Dieter WEBER will explain his background, his role, and his views about ESTEEM3.

MC 2023

ESTEEM3 will participate in the Microscopy Conference from 26 February to 2 March 2023, in Darmstadt (Germany). Come and meet us there!

Scientific deliverables

In January 2023, four deliverables have been submitted to the European Commission regarding Joint Research Activities in ESTEEM3. Within the project, Joint Research Activities (JRA) focus on the development of the advanced TEM methods required for the solution of key problems in materials and nanoscience.

University of Cádiz

Cadiz University has opened a Researcher offer at the Structure and Chemistry of Nanomaterials Group.

University of Cádiz

Cadiz University has opened a Postdoc offer at the Structure and Chemistry of Nanomaterials Group.

TA campaign is closed

At the last General Assembly, the consortium decided to close the Transnational Access campaign. This means that the submission of TA projects will not be processed until the end of ESTEEM3.

An Overview of the Recent Advances in Inorganic Nanotubes

 Marco Serra;  Raul Arenal;  Reshef Tenne

ESTEEM3 8th GA

The 7th General Assembly meeting of ESTEEM3 took place on 18th January 2023. 

Participants of the Workshop on Innovation strategy

ESTEEM3 organised an online workshop entitled “Innovation Strategy” on Wednesday 18th January 2023, from 09:00 - 12:30 (CET).

ESTEEM3 Innovation Strategy Workshop flyer

ESTEEM3 organises an online workshop entitled “Innovation Strategy” on Wednesday 18 January 2023, from 09:00 - 12:30 (CET). Free registration here!