Advanced Microscopic and Spectroscopic techniques

2 – 4 December 2026

Institute of Scientific Instruments of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Královopolská 147, Brno, Czech Republic

Course description:

From sample preparation to imaging and data analysis

Discover what advanced microscopy can bring to your research. Meet our experts, explore our laboratories and gain practical experience with sample preparation, imaging and data analysis. The course is designed for students, early-career researchers and laboratory professionals working in life sciences and soft materials.

Free lectures and live ultramicrotome demonstration

Explore microscopy methods and applications, and see the Leica Microsystems UC Enuity ultramicrotome in action.

UltraSTEM Nion workshop and laboratory hands-on sessions

Join a dedicated Nion UltraSTEM workshop covering measurements and data processing—limited to five participants—or explore 3D data analysis and laboratory sessions in FIB-SEM / SEM-STEM, SEM / EDX / CL and Raman spectroscopy.

Sample preparation and Hyperspectral imaging

Get hands-on experience with HPF and cryo-preparation, see a demonstration of 4D-STEM in SEM, and try hyperspectral imaging. The program also includes a guided tour of other laboratories.

Small-group practical sessions. Limited places—register early!

Registration

2 December: Free lectures and live Leica UC Enuity demonstration.

3–4 December: Workshop and laboratory hands-on sessions CZK 1,000

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Scholarships for students

Are you a student under 26 with an interest in microscopy? Apply for a scholarship to cover your course registration fee. For more information, e-mail: hrubanova@isibrno.cz

Contact: hrubanova@isibrno.cz

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