Microscopy Training
New McCrone microscopy training courses include particle and contaminant identification, crystal characterization, sample preparation, and microanalysis.
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Dr. Walter C. McCrone (1916-2002)
Microscopy students at McCrone Research Institute in Chicago.
A composite colored SEM micrograph of an N95 surgical mask containing coronavirus particles, shown as minute yellow spheroids. (Micrograph courtesy of Brian J. Ford)
Central-stop dispersion staining of a mixture of glass particles mounted in nD=1.520 Cargille high-dispersion liquid. (McCrone Research Institute)
A microcrystal test for pseudoephedrine with dilituric acid reagent
Sample boards with fabric swatches in position for sunlight exposure in Arizona.
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Microscope Publications (division of McCrone Research Institute, Inc.) publishes The Microscope journal, The Microscope Series monographs, and many other titles.
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McCrone’s applied research in microscopy and microanalysis addresses problems in the forensic, industrial, air quality, asbestos, environmental, and art conservation sciences.
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