In this workshop, we will present theory and show applications of plasma FIB usage. The technology used for a Xe+ ion plasma source focused ion beam system (PFIB) will be described and its advantages over Ga+ ion FIB for large volume analysis due to its inherently larger probe currents will be presented. PFIB allows the possibility to study larger volume helping to reveal material distribution, obtain better statistical information, and link the microscale to the nanoscale sample characterization. Combining a PFIB with a hybrid electromagnetic/electrostatic lens scanning electron microscope (SEM) enables high-resolution imaging of PFIB sections at all magnifications. We will show how easy it is to align the ion beam at various beam currents, mill, image, and deposit using the PFIB, show 2D cross-sections, and how to set up for 3D tomography acquisition. Unique to TESCAN is the use of either the TRUE-X masking method and/or a rocking stage, to eliminate curtaining artifacts inherent to large ion beams, and these features will be demonstrated. In addition, the inert Xe+ ions yield less implantation damage due to its larger ion mass, capable of producing high-quality S/TEM specimens as will be demonstrated. We will also show some unique analytical capabilities including FIB/SIMS, as well as cryogenic applications with PFIB. The workshop will provide networking with TESCAN product and applications team and customers to optimize the workshop experience.
The workshop will take place at the following address:
University of Pennsylvania
Singh Center for Nanotechnology
Room: Glandt Forum
3205 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104, United States
Your Workshop Hosts
Staff Scientist at University of Pennsylvania
Jamie Ford received a BA in Chemistry from Reed College in 2002 and a Ph.D. In Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009. His main duties include instrument maintenance and user training for the Focused Ion Beam/Scanning Electron and Atomic Force Microscopes in the NCF. He is also the lead developer of the Singh Center’s Instrument Scheduling and Interlock System.
Director, Business Development at University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Lopez has over 15 years of nano/microfabrication experience and is responsible for development and execution of business strategies that facilitate engagement and collaboration for the Singh Center for Nanotechnology. His role leverages the technical staff to coordinate resources and to evaluate project feasibility.
Regional Sales Manager, Mid-Atlantic at TESCAN
Lucille A. Giannuzzi holds a B.E. and M.S. from Stony Brook University and a Ph.D. from Penn State. Dr. Giannuzzi has applied focused ion beam and electron microscopy techniques to study the structure/property relationships in metals, alloys, ceramics, composites, polymers, minerals, bone/dental implants, irradiated, inorganic, and biological materials. She maintains professional affiliations in several societies and is a Fellow of AVS, MSA, and MAS.
Principal Scientist at TESCAN
Dean Miller received his B.S. in Metallurgical Engineering and Ph.D. in Materials Science, both from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana. He was a Senior Materials Scientist at Argonne National Laboratory for 30 years, including serving as Director for the Electron Microscopy Center at Argonne.
His research focuses on the characterization of complex electronic oxides including advanced battery materials, magnetic oxides, and high-temperature superconductors with a particular emphasis on characterization by electron beam methods.
Product Marketing Manager at TESCAN
Martin Sláma works as a Product Marketing Manager for FIB-SEM 3D characterization and TEM lamella preparation in Materials Science with over 6 years of experience working with the FIB-SEM instruments. During his career with the FIB-SEM technique, he has mainly focused on conventional and advanced TEM preparation methods using TESCAN’s plasma FIB and Ga+ FIB-SEM solutions and material characterization using FIB-SEM 3D tomography.
Prior to joining TESCAN, Martin worked in the field of new material development and characterization at Brno Technological University, CEITEC, and Aston University.
Postdoctoral Researcher, Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics at University of Pennsylvania
Pranjal Nautiyal is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics at the University of Pennsylvania. He earned his doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering from Florida International University in 2020, where he studied the deformation mechanisms in nanocomposites using in-situ methods. His current research interests include nanotribology, tribochemistry, nanomechanics, and nanomaterials. His primary focus is on using scanning probe and surface analytical techniques to interrogate the mechanochemical transformations in materials in contact. Pranjal has published over 35 research articles and holds 5 US patents.
University of Pennsylvania
Marwa received a bachelor’s degree in Dental Medicine and Surgery in 2014 from King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. She also received a postgraduate clinical certificate in Operative and Esthetic Dentistry along with a master’s in dental sciences degree in 2019 from Nova Southeastern University, Florida, USA. Currently, she is a Doctor of Science in Dentistry (DScD) candidate at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine. Her master’s research focused on understanding the adhesion mechanism and determining the adhesion strength at the interface of dental restorative materials and the tooth structure using a novel universal adhesive system. Currently, she is interested in exploring the ductile grinding of dental ceramics.
University of Pennsylvania
Hyeognjun Koh is a third-year doctoral student in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania studying under Professor Eric Stach. His research is mainly focused on the characterization of energy storage materials using cryogenic focused ion beam and transmission electron microscopy.
Agenda & Registration
You can attend this workshop either IN-PERSON or ONLINE, please check the agenda below and decide for one of the options. You will find the registration form in each of the tabs “IN-PERSON” or “ONLINE”. Please note that the ONLINE variant of the workshop will not allow for participation (no open line for questions).
