The Materials Characterization Facility (MCF) is dedicated to providing researchers and industrial partners a place to perform characterization and analysis to advance research; classroom education and hands-on training in the use of state-of-the-art characterization equipment; user-friendly support services with expert advice and data interpretation; and to enhance the competitiveness of industrial partners and boost the economic development of the Central Florida region.
MCF occupies about 7,000 sq. ft. of space and is supported by 2 full-time research engineers and a full-time facilities coordinator. Collaboration with other universities is encouraged.
NEW IN 2026 – ThermoFisher Talos F200X TEM and Protochips Fusion AX in-situ Electrothermal TEM holder
The ThermoFisher Talos F200X represents the cutting-edge of electron microscopy with modern software, equipment, and holders. Designed with flexibility and ease-of-use in mind, Talos (S)TEMs allow users of all experience levels to perform detailed investigations into structure, morphology, and composition for a wide variety of applications. The addition of training, service, and maintenance by our team of experts supports all aspects of your electron microscopy endeavors. From materials science to the life sciences and semiconductors, you can do more with the Talos TEM. Learn more here: https://www.thermofisher.com/us/en/home/electron-microscopy/products/transmission-electron-microscopes/talos.html
GharaviLab currently owns a Protochips Fusion AX electrothermal TEM Holder! It enables researchers to observe their materials under realistic, functional conditions while taking advantage of the resolving power of the TEM. With full control over temperatures and ramp rates, voltage, and current, it allows for direct visualization of processes like phase transitions, growth and sintering, crystallization, defect behavior, grain boundary transformations, and so much more. These observations offer new information to drive innovation in materials science, semiconductors and other electronic devices, quantum materials, catalysts and batteries. Learn more here: https://www.protochips.com/solutions/in-situ-tem-solutions/in-situ-heating-and-electrical/
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