Using microscopes of the neaSCOPE series, it is possible to observe details of the secondary structure of individual amyloid fibers with 10nm spatial resolution.
Thanks to the measured nano-FTIR spectra, you can reliably distinguish β-amyloid fiber with a predominant β-sheet or α-helix with the help of a band characteristic of amide I. Monitoring the formation of β-sheets at the nanoscale is essential for research into diseases such as mad cow disease or Alzheimer's disease, and also for the development of new drugs.
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IR-neaSCOPE is the basic model for infrared imaging and nano-spectroscopy. It provides maximum performance without damaging the sample. This is a cost-effective solution for samples with a high coefficient of thermal expansion.
IR-neaSCOPE+fs is designed for pump-probe spectroscopy with 10fs temporal and 10nm spatial resolution: it enables ultra-fast nanoscale science.
IR-neaSCOPE+s enables IR imaging and nano-FTIR spectroscopy by detecting radiation reflected from a standard AFM tip. It is a universal solution for all types of materials. It measures both absorbed and reflected radiation simultaneously and uses the fastest and most reliable modules for nano-imaging and nano-spectroscopy.
IR-neaSCOPE+TERs is a revolution in nano-spectroscopy thanks to a combination of nano-FTIR and Raman spectroscopy techniques, providing complete spectral analysis.