Research Areas - CMBM SPIN-LAB

Biomaterials and medical engineering Biomaterials and medical engineering

Topographical analysis of biomaterial surfaces, with the capability for mechanical testing at the nanometric scale

Characterization of biological structures and materials used for implant production

Observation of biological processes in experiential way

Biotechnology and pharmacy Biotechnology and pharmacy

Analysis of protein and gene expression in 4D

Imaging of cellular, tissue and organismal structures

Spectral measurement of fluorescent materials

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of active substance distribution in living organisms

Imaging of nanotransmitters delivering active substances such as drugs

Imaging and analysis of metabolic processes

Spatial analysis of composition, pore distribution and active substances in pharmaceuticals

Structural analysis of doped and modified drug formulations

Study of the effects of therapeutic substances on drug stability and active

Medical industry Medical industry

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of the structure of examined objects (e.g. implants, bone substitutes, others)

Measurement of bone mineral density in vitro, defect analysis Imaging analysis in preclinical studies

Post-processing of medical images for illustrative purposes (e.g. volume reconstructions, anatomical modelling, preparation of models for rapid prototyping)

Material engineering Material engineering

Study of material topology and morphology

Elemental composition analysis using spectroscopic techniques

Three-dimensional imaging of the internal structure of materials

Preparation of lamellae for transmission electron microscopy (TEM)

Determination of porosity, roughness, layer thickness, and mechanical properties of materials

Analysis of multiphase systems

Non-destructive, spatial characterization of materials

Arms, aviation and space industry Arms, aviation and space industry

Morphological analysis of nanomaterials used in technologies such as Stealth

Analysis of composites and laminates used in aircraft and drone production, focusing on defect identification and weld damage

Examination of pyrotechnic materials and post-detonation residues

Automotive industry Automotive industry

Structural and morphological analysis of plastics, composites, and metals

Identification of microcracks, porosity and structural defects

Evaluation of welds and defects in composites and laminates

Material composition analysis, particularly the distribution and quality of reinforcements (e.g. carbon fibres) and detection of impurities

Power engineering and mining industry Power engineering and mining industry

Analysis of coal, coke and ores – morphology, crystal structure, porosity, trace elements, impurities, and structural coherence

Study of chemical processes, including thermal treatment of ore samples

Characterization of combustion by-products such as fly ash, slags, and gypsum

Morphological and structural analysis of novel photoactive materials for OLEDs

Analysis of morphology and structure of materials used for hydrogen production and storage

Structural and morphological analysis used for photovoltaic technologies

Minerology and geochemistry Minerology and geochemistry

Elemental and phase composition analysis of minerals and ores

3D reconstruction and spatial analysis of inorganic material texture including porosity, cracks, grain boundaries, and structural defects

Observation and analysis of structural and elemental changes during various sample preparation (e.g., under pressure, temperature, or chemical reactions)

Chemical engineering Chemical engineering

Examination of modern catalysts and detailed morphological and compositional analysis

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of products

Examination of fertilizes and their carries

Study of chemical processes

Environmental protection Environmental protection

Large-scale metal contamination analysis using hyperspectral imaging via drone

Elemental analysis of environmental samples for identifying toxic heavy metals, microplastics, and suspended particulate matter (e.g., in soil)

Evaluation of material degradation and mechanical properties

Analysis of composite materials(e.g., multilayer coatings), used in electronics and packaging

Food industry Food industry

Detection of food contamination

Analysis of plant health and vitality (e.g. water stress), including early infection diagnosis using drone-mounted hyperspectral camera

Analysis of materials used in food packaging

Nanotechnology and nanomaterials Nanotechnology and nanomaterials

Study of nanocrystalline and amorphous iron-based alloys

Non-destructive testing of electronic components and batteries

Analysis of ultra-thin films and structures usedin electronics, photovoltaics and sensors

Evaluation of layer thickness, adhesion and homogeneity of layers, anddefect detection

High-resolution analysis of morphology, size, shape and crystal structure of nanostructures such as carbon nanotubes, metallic nanostructures or monolayers