Education Center

At SciMed, we not only seek to supply all laboratories with our state-of-the-art analysers and equipment. We also aim to share our knowledge and expertise with users and anyone in the community that wishes to develop their skills and knowledge on the technologies that we provide.

What is Scanning Electron Microscopy?

Explore how Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) supports industrial applications, from failure analysis and alloy verification to cleanroom monitoring, EBSD, and EDS mapping.

Introduction to EDS

Discover how Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) helps determine elemental composition in materials using electron microscopy. Applications span industry, science, and forensic research.

How SEM Enhances Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Learn how Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) is used in failure analysis across industries, from aerospace to biomedical engineering. Explore detailed workflows and real-world applications.

What is SEM and how is it used in lithium-ion battery inspection

SEM for Lithium-Ion Battery Materials

Discover how SEM and EDS techniques are transforming lithium-ion battery development. Explore structural analysis, compositional mapping, and failure detection with SciMed’s advanced SEM systems.

Selecting the Right Parr Reactor or Autoclave

Choose the best Parr reactor or autoclave for your lab. Explore pressure, temperature, vessel size, materials, and accessories with SciMed UK support.

A practical guide to testing AOX in wastewater/effluent samples

This guide explains how to perform AOX testing in wastewater and effluent samples in line with ISO/FDIS 9562. Learn the four key steps — sample collection, chloride/DOC removal, carbon adsorption, and AOX measurement — using the APUsim and Multi X 2500, with accuracy checks and options for AOF/PFAS analysis.