New Editions of Newsletters from Rigaku Feature Latest Materials Science and Life Sciences News

Latest editions of The Bridge newsletter from Rigaku and Crystallography Times from Rigaku Oxford Diffraction are available from the Rigaku global website

29 Jun 2017
Abigail Berry
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The June editions of The Bridge, the materials science newsletter from Rigaku Corporation, and the Crystallography Times single crystal X-ray diffraction newsletter are now available to view on the company’s global website.

The Bridge is the materials analysis newsletter from Rigaku, featuring news and analysis methods covering the latest developments in X-ray based materials science. This month's issue contains a Rigaku Journal article describing the principles and applications of multilayer mirror optics for X-ray diffraction (XRD) measurements as used in the Rigaku SmartLab X-ray diffraction system.

Additional articles, application notes and scientific papers regarding X-ray diffraction, wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF), energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) and Raman spectrometry are also offered, including an application note for XRD users describing quantitative analysis of a non-crystalline (amorphous) phase. A selection of application notes can also be viewed here.

Crystallography Times is a monthly electronic newsletter presented by Rigaku Oxford Diffraction that concentrates on single crystal X-ray diffraction.

The current issue features a comprehensive collection of the latest developments from across the globe and highlights the newest research findings and developments. Numerous links to recent crystallographic papers are also provided.

The Product Spotlight in the current issue features Rigaku ChrisAlisPro, the user-inspired data collection and data processing software from Rigaku Oxford Diffraction, designed for small molecule and protein crystallography.

The book review for June 2017 features Not a Scientist - How Politicians Mistake, Misrepresent, and Utterly Mangle Science by Dave Levitan. The book is a revealing examination of the political tricks that subvert scientific progress.

Readers can subscribe to the newsletters or view the current issues online by visiting here.

SmartLab

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The SmartLab is the most novel high-resolution diffractometer available today. Perhaps its most novel feature is the SmartLab Guidance software, which provides the user with an intelligent interface that guides you through the intricacies of each experiment. It is like having an expert standing by your side. The system incorporates a high resolution θ/θ closed loop goniometer drive system, cross beam optics (CBO), an in-plane scattering arm, and an optional 9.0 kW rotating anode generator.Coupling a computer controlled alignment system with a fully automated optical system and the Guidance software makes it easy to switch between hardware modes, ensuring that your hardware complexity is never holding back your research.Whether you are working with thin films, nanomaterials, powders, or liquids the SmartLab will give you the functionality to make the measurements you want to make when you want to make them.SmartLab Features: Full automated alignment under computer control. Optional in-plane diffraction arm for in-plane measurements without reconfiguration. Focusing and parallel beam geometries without reconfiguration. SAXS capabilities.

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Raman SpectroscopyRaman spectroscopy is used to discern the vibrational and rotational states of molecules and hence the chemical composition of a sample by measuring the inelastic scattering of monochromatic light. Explore a range of Raman spectrometers, including handheld/portable Raman spectrometers for QC/QA labs and in situ spectrometers for processes. Conduct Raman imaging for microanalysis of mixed samples using a Raman microscope. Raman spectrographs are also available. Find the best Raman spectroscopy products in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.X-ray CrystallographyX-ray crystallography is an analytical technique used to determine the arrangement of atoms in a crystal. Monochromatic x-rays are produced from a synchrotron or x-ray generator. An x-ray crystallography system uses a detector to measure the x-ray diffraction from the crystal. The information is used to generate a 3D image of the crystal.X-Ray Diffraction and SpectroscopyX-Ray diffraction & spectroscopy are used in material characterization to discern the structure and elemental composition of a sample. X-Ray diffractometers (XRD) are superior instruments in elucidating the dimensional atomic structure of crystalline materials, including powders, thin films and single crystals. For large unit cells or ordered macromolecules, consider small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS). X-ray spectroscopic techniques include X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), both providing simple and accurate methods for determining the elemental composition of a material. Energy dispersive (EDXRF) and wavelength dispersive (WDXRF) XRF spectrometers are available, as well as handheld/portable devices. High-resolution, 3D microstructure characterization of materials can be achieved with X-ray microscopes combining sub-micron resolution imaging with 3D computed tomography. Find the best XRD and XRF spectrometers in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.RamanCrystallography