Elemental Microscopy

We publish focused reviews and tutorials of foundational concepts and modern advances in microscopy-based imaging and spectroscopy techniques in a dynamic multi-media digital format.

Latest Articles

Computational Article
Optimizing High-Throughput SEM for Large-area Defect Characterization in AM Steel
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May 5, 2025

This article introduces a practical framework for high-throughput SEM imaging and automated defect detection in additively manufactured steel. It guides readers through optimizing imaging parameters and quantifying how acquisition time impacts detection accuracy, enabling informed trade-offs for efficient large-area analysis

Computational Article
Variational Autoencoder Toolkit
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Apr 17, 2025

A practical framework using variational autoencoders to analyze STEM data and uncover subtle structural features such as domain wall types, mis-tilts, and chemical variations in complex materials.

Computational Article
A Practical Guide to Scanning and Transmission Electron Microscopy Simulations
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Mar 26, 2025

Computational article explaining the theory and practical applications of S/TEM image simulation. After reading, readers should feel comfortable in devising, preparing and running S/TEM image simulations, and be able to critically assess simulated images in the literature.

Elemental Microscopy is an online journal published by the Microscopy Society of America. Our articles are highly interactive, leveraging the power of open-source scientific programming communities, and modern internet technologies.

We offer reviews and tutorial treatments of key topics in microscopy, ranging from fundamental theory, instrumentation advancements, experimental methods and data analysis. These articles offer cutting-edge insights into emerging applications in a variety of areas including biology, life sciences, geology, engineering, materials science, nanoscience, physics, and archeology. With embedded video, interactive code, and data content, the publications serve as excellent educational resources for the microscopy and the broader science community. Regularly updated and developed specifically for a digital environment, this journal is a dynamic and enduring reference resource for students, researchers, and practitioners in microscopy.