Hyperspectral Imaging as a Tool to Study Optical Anisotropy in Lanthanide-Based Molecular Single Crystals

Hyperspectral imaging allows for the acquisition of spectroscopic information at precise locations within a sample. For example, for the unveiling of optical anisotropy at a single crystal level. The generation of both spectral and spatial data of a sample allows for a more detailed investigation of the sample than is possible by either spectroscopy or fluorescence microscopy alone.

A large number of adjustable parameters which affect the resolution can seem overwhelming at first. However, making a checklist may help with familiarizing yourself with the system. This technique requires manual tuning of the imaging hardware as well as software manipulation.