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Scientists faced challenges when using XRF on artifacts that contain many layers. 

Analyzing Puebla Ceramics Using X-Ray Fluorescence 

In a new study, a group of researchers explored the performance of multi-hole collimators with varying geometries and material compositions in a full-field XRF spectrometer based on the 2D-THCOBRA gas detector.

Testing 3D Printed Multi-Hole Collimators for X-Ray Imaging Systems

A new study published in Spectrochimica Acta Part B: Atomic Spectroscopy investigated the effects of heterogeneity, including grain size and mineralogical composition, on micro-beam X-ray fluorescence (XRF) scanning spectroscopy. XRF is a useful tool for environmental analysis, because of its high spatial resolution.

The Impact of Heterogeneity Micro-Beam XRF Scanning Spectroscopy for Environmental Analysis

X-ray emission induced by charged particles, also known as particle-induced X-ray emission (PIXE), is a powerful analytical technique for the elemental and chemical characterization of materials.

Particle-Induced X-ray Emission Used to Investigate the Chemical Sensitivity of the Kα X-Ray Emission of Aluminum

A recent study shows how near infrared (NIR) spectroscopy and X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy was integrated to create a new coal calorific value analyzer.

Revolutionizing Coal Analysis: Rapid NIRS-XRF Calorific Value Analyzer Boosts Efficiency in Coal Preparation Plants

X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and cryogenic transmission electron microscopy (cryo-TEM), have brought significant breakthroughs in high-energy-density Li metal batteries. 

Revolutionizing High-Energy Batteries: XPS and Cryo-TEM Uncover Breakthrough in Li Metal Battery Technology

A recent investigation of the optical emission of plasma on industrial steel samples using LA-SD-OES and LIBS revealed new findings about the oxide composition of the slag layer.

Overcoming the Matrix Effect in the Elemental Analysis of Steel: An Interview with 2023 Meggers Award Winner Johannes Pedarnig

The team devised a method for recovering high-purity silicon from expired solar panels to produce lithium-ion batteries for electric cars. 

Scientists Investigate New Analytical Methods for Upcycling Lithium-Ion Batteries 

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India's Chandrayaan-3 mission is the first successful attempt to land on the moon’s southern region and has uncovered several noteworthy discoveries on the lunar south pole using laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) and other spectroscopic techniques.

New Discoveries from India’s Chandrayaan-3 Rover at the Lunar South Pole Using LIBS and APXS Spectroscopy

Arzak Mohamed from Macquarie University in Australia broke down how she uses spectroscopy to analyze ancient manuscripts. 

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