The field of infrared (IR) microscopy has advanced dramatically with the advent of Optical Photothermal Infrared (O-PTIR) spectroscopy. A new tutorial by experts from Photothermal Spectroscopy Corporation and Boston University details the rapid progress of this groundbreaking technology, which achieves spatial resolutions 30 times finer than conventional IR methods.
The tutorial explores how O-PTIR technology overcomes traditional limitations, offering unparalleled precision and enabling applications in diverse fields such as biomedical research, materials science, and environmental analysis.
In a comment on the impact of O-PTIR, co-author Craig B. Prater remarked, “O-PTIR provides researchers with a versatile tool that not only expands the potential of infrared microscopy but also integrates seamlessly with complementary techniques like Raman and fluorescence microscopy. This innovation is revolutionizing our approach to chemical imaging and sample analysis across multiple scientific disciplines.”
Authored by Professor Ji-Xin Cheng, (Boston University), and Photothermal Spectroscopy team members Dr Craig Prater and Dr Mustafa Kansiz, with this tutorial, scientists and industry professionals gain comprehensive insights into O-PTIR’s capabilities, including high-resolution imaging, minimal sample preparation requirements, and compatibility with advanced imaging modalities.
The link to the publication is here
