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Phase Contrast and Differential Interference Contrast (DIC) Microscopy
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2008
This protocol highlights the principles and practical applications of Phase and Differential Interference Contrast (DIC)...
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Electron Channeling Contrast Imaging for Rapid III-V Heteroepitaxial Characterization
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2015
The use of electron channeling contrast imaging in a scanning electron microscope to characterize defects in III-V/Si heteroexpitaxial thin films is described. This method yields similar results to plan-view transmission electron microscopy, but in significantly less time due to lack of required sample preparation.
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Material Constants
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2023
Source: Roberto Leon, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA In contrast to the production of cars or toasters, where millions of identical copies are made and extensive prototype testing is possible, each civil engineering structure is unique and very expensive to reproduce (Fig.1). Therefore, civil engineers must extensively rely on analytical modeling to design their structures. These models are simplified abstractions of reality and are used to...
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Characterization of Full Set Material Constants and Their Temperature Dependence for Piezoelectric Materials Using Resonant Ultrasound Spectroscopy
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2016
This protocol describes the procedure of measuring the temperature dependence of the full set material constants of piezoelectric materials using resonant ultrasound spectroscopy (RUS).
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Phase Contrast and Differential Interference Contrast Microscopy
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2023
Phase-Contrast Microscopes In-phase-contrast microscopes, interference between light directly passing through a cell and light refracted by cellular components is used to create high-contrast, high-resolution images without staining. It is the oldest and simplest type of microscope that creates an image by altering the wavelengths of light rays passing through the specimen. Altered wavelength paths are created using an annular stop in the condenser. The annular stop produces a hollow cone of...
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Iodinated and barium-based agents increase X-ray attenuation, making regions containing them appear more distinct in computed tomography and radiography. Gadolinium-based agents instead alter local magnetic properties and the resulting signal intensity in magnetic resonance imaging. Thus, the imaging modality determines which physical interaction can enhance tissue, organ, or vascular visibility.
Distribution determines which anatomical structures receive increased visibility, while timing affects whether those structures are shown at the most informative stage of the examination. These factors are especially important when evaluating blood vessels, lesions, inflammation, or obstruction. Coordinating administration with image acquisition can therefore improve interpretation and support more precise diagnostic assessment.
Selection begins with the imaging modality and the diagnostic question. X-ray-based examinations use agents that increase attenuation, whereas magnetic resonance imaging uses agents that modify local magnetic behavior and signal intensity. Clinicians also consider the intended structure or abnormality, how the material will distribute, and relevant safety concerns before choosing an agent.
Before administration, clinicians weigh possible contraindications and the risk of adverse reactions alongside the expected diagnostic benefit. Safety assessment is part of contrast-material planning rather than a separate consideration, because agent selection and administration affect both image quality and patient management. This review helps determine whether the planned contrast-enhanced study is appropriate.
Planning involves matching the agent to the imaging modality, identifying the clinical target, and considering how the material should distribute within the body. Clinicians then coordinate administration with image acquisition so the relevant tissues, lesions, or vessels become more visible. After imaging, the enhanced findings are interpreted in relation to the diagnostic question and safety considerations.
These studies are useful when clinicians need to characterize lesions, evaluate vascular structures, detect inflammation or obstruction, or support treatment planning. Enhancement can reveal differences that may be less apparent on images without contrast material. The resulting information helps connect anatomical findings with a specific diagnostic question and can guide subsequent clinical decisions.