Applications of Cathodoluminescence Detection in Geological Research: demonstration and Q&A

Studying the formation of sedimentary rocks, observing changes in the chemical composition of zircons, and understanding underlying causes for luminescence of sapphires: all of this is possible with one versatile technique. Cathodoluminescence (CL) is a powerful method of data acquisition and analysis in geosciences as it reveals information not readily provided by other techniques.

Delmic and Nanoscience Instruments are inviting you to this webinar and Q&A sessions in which we will discuss the possibilities of cathodoluminescence imaging for studying geological samples. The webinar will consist of two parts:

• In the first half, we will show the recording of Professor Cameron Davidson from Carleton College, demonstrating how he is using his SPARC Compact cathodoluminescence system to obtain high-resolution large area maps of detrital (and igneous) zircon samples.
• In the second half, we will have a Q&A session together with our Applications Specialist Sangeetha Hari: she will be there to answer any questions that you have about cathodoluminescence systems and cathodoluminescence technique in general.

Image source: sample and image courtesy Dr. Cameron Davidson (Carlton College)