
UiO
At UiO two different research group participates in EXCITE, namely, the Department of Biomaterials and the Department of Geosciences.
Micro/nano-CT
nanoCT (SkyScan 2211) require small samples in order to reach nanometre resolution (>100 nm). The sample size should be around 1 to 2 mm in diameter. microCT (Skyscan 1172). The X-ray source: 20-190kV, 4-25 W, CCD detectors 8kx8kx3k pixels. microCT (Skyscan1172) Pixel size: 0.7 μm to 25 μm; Variable X-ray energy range from 20-100 kV without a reduction in spot size, which improves contrast for low-density samples (10 W max).

SEM laboratory – Geosciences UiO
The scanning electron microscope (SEM) at the department is a variable pressure FEG-SEM with dual EDS and high-resolution EBSD and cathodoluminescence (CL) system. It aids researchers and students over a range of research fields: sedimentology, environmental, petroleum, isotope- and structural geology, petrology, mineralogy, and micro-paleontology. The lab provides the following services:
– High resolution SE and BSE imaging of rock thin sections and 3D samples
– Low vacuum capabilities for non-coated samples
– Semi quantitative chemical analysis and mapping with EDS
– Electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) analysis of crystal orientation, fully integrated with EDS for simultaneous element analysis
– High-angular resolution electron backscatter diffraction (HR-EBSD)
– Cathodoluminescence imaging and spectral analyses
Expertise
Science team
Prof Dr. Håvård J. Haugen
Prof. Dr. Luca Menegon
Magnus Hovland
Dr. Kristina Dunkel
Liebert P. NogueiraSiri Simonsen

Curious to learn more?
Twenty-four European facilities for electron and X-ray microscopy are joining hands. To better understand Earth and planetary materials and to together unveil the secret codes hidden under our feet. Curious? Like to learn more? Interested in gaining access to our EXCITE Imaging facilities? Please enter your email address and be one of the first geoscientists to be informed when we open calls for proposals. Other questions? Contact us here.