Ocean Insight popular Grant Program is back for an encore, with grant awards of up to $20,000 in Ocean Insight equipment possible. Peruse this page for program details, then prepare your proposal for submission. he 2021 Ocean Insight Grant Program encourages the use of spectral technologies in su...

Edinburgh Instruments is delighted to launch a series of pulsed light sources for time-resolved photoluminescence spectroscopy. The VPL, VPLED and HPL series of pulsed diode lasers and LEDs expand the range of compact, monochromatic sources on offer, while the AGILE supercontinuum laser provides...

Get a free Ocean Insight fiber! We understand that for many customers resources are very valuable. To help these organizations stretch those budgets Ocean Insight is offering ONE FREE standard fiber (type PVDF zip tube, 2 m length) and FREE standard shipping with a spectrometer order (value of USD..

Edmund Optics Europe now partners with “Monospektra” from Lithuania, a dedicated supplier of scientific equipment and industrial solutions to clients within the Baltics and Poland to enable easy access to Edmund Optics’ broad product portfolio as well as excellent service and communication to loc...

Continuing Ocean Insight’s tradition of offering the world’s most popular modular spectrometers, Flame series general-purpose spectrometers provide great versatility, high thermal stability and low unit-to-unit variability. What we call “general-purpose” spectrometers could just as easily be called

Are you looking for a laser with superior long-term mode-hop-free stability as a foundation for your acetylene-locked laser? High long-term stability and a well-defined reference wavelength are essential for locking and stabilizing the wavelength in e.g. frequency combs, spectroscopy, metrology, or

"Fusion reactor" | "godly star" | "jewel of creation" – Researchers, poets, and mystics have given our daytime star numerous names. Beside the highest regard for the Sun, the many still unresolved questions regarding the Sun's nature are also summed up in all these names. The >> Solar Orbiter space

Aerosols are a dispersion of liquid droplets or solid particles in a gaseous phase. Aerosols are prevalent in both indoor and outdoor environments and are emitted from both natural and anthropogenic sources. Aerosols play a significant role in both climate and human health. Aerosols are emitted by..

With their widespread use and near ubiquitous presence in our daily lives, plastics enjoy a high level of public awareness – both positive and negative. One area of special interest among folks of all perspectives – from researchers and manufacturers to environmentalists and regulators - is plas...

New partnership! Monospektra is proud to announce new partner - NKT Photonics. NKT Photonics is the leading supplier of high-performance fiber lasers, fiber optic sensing systems, and photonic crystal fibers. Main markets are within imaging, sensing and material processing.

Cataract, a clouding of the lens of the eye, is a major cause of blindness, affecting 95 million people worldwide. Even as cataract treatment has become safer and simpler to perform, people with limited or no access to proper eyecare will...

Chemotherapy, surgery, and radiotherapy are the three basic treatments for cancer. Which one of these is used, depends on several factors. In addition to individual circumstances, the type, size, and position of the tumor are decisive for the chances of success of the treatment. Possible side effect

In this roundtable discussion, Ocean Insight experts describe the basics of color, differences in emissive and reflective color measurements, and color applications that transcend aesthetic considerations. Originally captured as part of the Applied Spectral Knowledge Podcast series, this conversa...

The resolution in light microscopy is limited by the diffraction limit of light, which means that structures that are closer than 200 nm apart cannot be distinguished unless researchers use Super-resolution techniques. An alternative approach to super-resolution methods was developed by Edward Boyde

No matter what type of fight is being fought, one of the first items to assess is the arsenal of tools at one’s disposal. Thanks to COVID-19, 2020 has placed us all in a unique fight, not against a physical army or intangible idea, but against a novel virus that attacks people of all nations, esp...

Viruses have evolved a highly complex and impressive array of interactions with host-cells. One of the ways that viruses “hijack” the host cell and make use of the wider set of cellular machinery available is by enlisting cellular proteins and signaling pathways to create sub-domains in the cell. Th

Biological tests and processes have seen a recent burst in attention from a range of new technologies hitting the mainstream, such as custom-engineered medical treatments and at-home genetic tests. The global DNA sequencing market alone is expected to grow by 18% in the next decade1, and processes

The 2020 Ocean Insight Grant Program encourages the use of spectral technologies in support of research promoting a safer, cleaner, healthier world. Apply through Dec. 23, 2020, to potentially earn awards ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 USD in Ocean Insight products. Program finalists and grantees wi

Our newly enhanced NIRQuest+ delivers up to 2.5x sensitivity compared with similar spectrometers. We now offer more NIR spectrometers, with better performance, for various applications from 900-2500 nm. High sensitivity performance for lower limits of detection. Excellent measurement accuracy, es...

The Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) outbreak has placed unprecedented demand on global supplies of PPE. Hospitals have been challenged to address critical shortages by disinfecting and reusing PPE that typically wou...

The G-901 motion controllers offer a fully integrated electronics solution with controller and driver in an industry-compatible 19" housing. The G-901 motion controller features the state-of-the-art ACS SPiiPlusEC motion controller and EtherCAT master. Integrated drivers for 2, 3, or 4 axes. Upgr...

Ocean Insight and Spectral MD collaborated to develop noninvasive diagnostic technology using multispectral imaging technology to improve outcomes for patients with serious wounds. Nearly 6.5 million patients in the U.S. suffer chronic wounds from causes such as burns, infections and complications..

Administering vaccinations is vital prevention of viral or bacterial infections. The topic was already studied in early Asian cultures and finally experienced its breakthrough in the 19th century under the research of Edward Jenner. While they are still a point of contention, vaccines are now part

FT-NIR spectroscopy offers a simple tool to identify different types of textiles, with distinct spectral features observed at wavelengths >1350 nm. This approach may be useful for authentication of natural and synthetic consumer textile products. Vibrational spectroscopy is widely used for the non..

To improve product quality and streamline processes, manufacturers seek more effective methods of in-line color monitoring. In this application note, we discuss a versatile spectral system for non-contact color measurements. Color is one of the first things we notice about an object. In industry...

NanoQuest is based on Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) technology, which is often favored in laboratory spectrometers because it collects spectral data over a wide range. The sensor’s patented micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) technology allows for a continuous-wave Michelson interferometer

In the battle against COVID-19, UV sterilization techniques can extend the life of high-demand personal protective equipment (PPE). But does your UV lamp provide enough power to disinfect face masks safely? When COVID-19 started its march around the globe, the need for unprecedented amounts of PPE..

Surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) has expanded the applications of Raman spectroscopy to include trace analysis of materials such as explosives residues, evidence at crime scenes, chemical warfare agents and pesticides. As a label-free technique, SERS is also well suited to biosensing, from

Andor Technology (Andor), an Oxford Instruments company and world leader in scientific imaging and spectroscopy solutions, today announced an expansion of the Marana sCMOS physical sciences camera platform, with the launch of the new ultrasensitive ‘Marana 4.2B-6’ back-illuminated model. Featuring 9

Electronic devices are becoming smaller, more complex, operate in different environments, and include several types of components that require tactile, optical, and electronic testing methods. The position of these devices in the final assembly demands precise positioning of the inspection tool in..

Andor Technology (Andor), an Oxford Instruments company and world leader in scientific imaging and spectroscopy solutions, announced the launch of Sona 4.2B-6, a new model in the ultrasensitive back-illuminated Sona microscopy camera series.The Sona 4.2B-6 provides a superbly balanced combination of

WaveGo is a straightforward and accurate handheld tool for characterizing light. Connect the WaveGo wirelessly to your smartphone, download the easy-to-use app, take a measurement, and log your results. It is easy as it sounds! We have already published an article introducing this device to the mark

Optical inspection, laser cutting or marking, but also industrial measuring technology and microscopy require positioning systems which offer high travel accuracy and stability and that are as fast as possible in order to achieve high throughput. To be able to offer solutions to the most diverse app

Andor Technology (Andor), an Oxford Instruments company and world leader in scientific imaging and spectroscopy solutions, today announced the launch of the new ultra-sensitive Balor, a very large area sCMOS camera for ground-based astronomy applications. Combining a 16.9 Megapixel, 70mm sensor with

Laser beam strikes on aircraft have long been a concern for aviation authorities across the world. In 2017, the Federal Aviation Administration in the United States received 6,754 individual reports of lasers being purposely aimed at their pilots, and in past week, five aircraft were targeted as the

Traditional food sorting methods rely on the expertise of workers to make quality assessments based on the human eye. Lugo sought to improve the quality, safety and efficiency of the sorting process using Ocean Insight’s optical sensing hardware and machine learning, aiming to improve customer trust

Ocean Optics is evolving. As Ocean Insight, it will bring application-specific expertise, services and solutions to define and solve important challenges across multiple industries and disciplines. Ocean Insight reflects the evolution from one of many suppliers of spectroscopy products to a singular

The high performance, high definition Ocean HDX spectrometer is now available in an extended-range (-XR) version that covers the UV-NIR. The Ocean HDX-XR has a 10 µm slit and extended-range grating responsive from 200-1100 nm. It delivers exceptional spectral performance, with high throughput, low

During the Prohibition era in the U.S., it was not the home-distilled liquors that were dangerous. To increase profits, cheap and poisonous industrial alcohols were added to spirits, often leading to blindness and death. Similar practices exist today, with estimates that 30 percent of the alcoholic

Conventional assembly automation techniques cannot provide the continuous improvement in cost and yield necessary for today's environment. PI's groundbreaking parallel gradient search allows simultaneous...

Implanted medical devices are everywhere, with central lines or catheters used in chemotherapy, blood transfusions, intravenous (IV) fluid administration, dialysis and IV antibiotics. Preventative measures are the most effective way to avoid device-related infection, but are not enough...

Impacts from Near-Earth Objects (NEOs), such as meteoroids, asteroids, or comets, can be a threat to Earth, artificial satellites, and spacecraft. It is therefore important to determine their size and assess how numerous they are. A technique to investigate the size-frequency distribution of NEOs...

Arup, a global engineering and consulting firm, requires accurate, easy to use tools to monitor lighting for its customers interested in constructing and maintaining healthy building environments. WaveGo is a simple, smartphone-connected device for characterizing light. When paired with its smart...

Special covers, for example, reliably prevent the intrusion of dirt or hot particles into the drive; purge connections are also provided which, in combination with the cover, can generate overpressure inside the housing. Industrial connectors with bayonet locks facilitate the assembly. The linear...

While electric vehicles are becoming more mainstream and are on the roadmap (if not production line) of every major car manufacturer, the use of traditional gasoline engines will have a place in society for decades to come. Two recurring concerns of using fossil fuels are cleanliness and efficiency;

Andor Technology (Andor), an Oxford Instruments company and world leader in scientific imaging and spectroscopy solutions, today announced the launch of the new ultrasensitive ‘Marana 4.2B-11’ back-illuminated camera platform for physical sciences. Featuring 95% Quantum Efficiency and market...

The power of spectroscopy stems from its ability to provide detailed information by measuring the interaction of electromagnetic radiation with a sample. The absorption/transmission, emission and scattering of electromagnetic radiation provide a wealth of information for ...

Kick off the summer in style with a new offer from Ocean Optics. Place a spectrometer order valued at USD 5000/EUR 4000/GBP 3500 or more and we’ll include a FREE “Research” beach towel and OceanViewspectroscopy software. Act now — this offer expires Aug. 31, 2018. Ocean Optics miniature...

Laser processing, electronics production, optical inspection, and many more automation solutions require dynamic, precise and at the same time reliable positioning systems that can be easily integrated into machines. PI (Physik Instrumente) has therefore extended...

Marcel Koken (MK): My research tries to isolate and characterize bioluminescent and fluorescent protein families that are complementary or even better than the well-known GFP (Green Fluorescent Protein) and GFP-like proteins. The idea is to understand the mechanisms of these molecules and how...