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The EMC mission is to provide cost-effective, safe and efficient access to state-of-the-art and core electron microscopes for imaging and analytical characterization, and also surface analysis by XPS and Raman, with 24/7 access for the UIC community and beyond. In addition to instrument access, EMC staff offer advice, hands-on training, education and research collaboration. EMC aims to promote, enable and encourage cutting-edge education and research using the core's instrumentation.
Fengyuan Shi | Director | fyshi@uic.edu | (312) 355-2087
Figen Seiler | Senior Research Specialist | figens1@uic.edu | (312) 996-6899
| Location | Hours |
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116, SES 845 West Taylor St Chicago, IL 60607 _______________ E-5, MSB 1100 South Ashland Ave Chicago, IL 60607 |
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (staffed)
_______________ Monday - Friday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm (staffed)
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| Name | Role | Phone | Location | |
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| Fengyuan Shi |
Director
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(312) 355-2087
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fyshi@uic.edu
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112 SES
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| Service list |
| ► Usage Fees (2) | |||
| Name | Description | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Use of JEOL SEM polisher |
This SEM polisher is used to polish specimen surface for EBSD. Instrument is charged on a per day use basis. |
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| Use of Sputter Coater |
Price is per run |
Inquire | |