Discover how complementary analytical techniques provide deeper insight into your materials—from molecular composition to surface microstructure.
Organized in Treeport, Rijsbergen (NL) by Thermo Fisher Scientific and Benelux Scientific.
From Molecules to Microstructures – A practical seminar on FTIR, Raman & Scanning Electron Microscopy
October 15, 2026
From Molecules to Microstructures – A practical seminar on FTIR, Raman & Scanning Electron Microscopy
Reserve your spot
Participation is free, including lunch and refreshments. Register via the Thermo Fisher Scientific registration form.
Why attend this event?
Understanding materials often requires more than a single analytical technique.
While FTIR reveals chemical composition, Raman spectroscopy provides molecular information and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) exposes surface morphology and microstructural features. Used together, these complementary techniques provide a more complete understanding of your materials, helping laboratories solve complex analytical challenges with greater confidence.
During this seminar, application specialists from Thermo Fisher Scientific and Benelux Scientific will explain the fundamentals of each technique, demonstrate real-world applications and provide live demonstrations using state-of-the-art analytical instruments.
What you will learn
During this practical seminar you will discover:
- The principles behind FTIR, Raman spectroscopy and SEM
- When each analytical technique delivers the greatest value
- How combining multiple techniques leads to more reliable material characterization
- Best practices for sample preparation
- Real-world application examples across multiple industries
- Live demonstrations performed by application specialists
- Opportunities to discuss your own analytical challenges with experts
Agenda: Microscopy Seminar
- 09:00 – 09:30
- Registration and Coffee
- 09:30 – 09:45
- Welcome and Introduction
- 09:45 – 10:00
- Basics of SEM Microscopy
- 10:00 – 10:30
- Basics of FTIR and Raman Microscopy
- 10:30 – 11:00
- Break
- 11:00 – 11:30
- SEM Automated Particle Analysis (with Perception software)
- 11:30 – 12:15
- FTIR and Raman Particle Wizard & Multilayer Analysis
- 12:15 – 13:15
- Lunch
- 13:15 – 14:45
- Hands-on Session: SEM – Plugins + FTIR + Raman
- 14:45 – 15:15
- Q&A and Wrap-Up
Featured analytical techniques
FTIR Spectroscopy
Identify chemical compounds and molecular structures using infrared spectroscopy.
Typical applications
- Polymer identification
- Contamination analysis
- Material verification
- Pharmaceutical analysis
Raman Spectroscopy
Obtain detailed molecular information with minimal sample preparation.
Typical applications
- Pharmaceuticals
- Battery research
- Carbon materials
- Graphene
- Minerals
- Forensics
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
Visualise microstructures with high-resolution imaging while combining elemental analysis for deeper material insight.
Typical applications
- Surface characterisation
- Particle analysis
- Failure analysis
- Manufacturing quality control
- Materials research
Event details
- Date: Thursday 15 October 2026
- Time: 09:00 – 16:00
- Location: Treeport, Rijsbergen, The Netherlands
Participation is free. Lunch and refreshments are included.
More info about the event?
Visit the Benelux Scientific website for more info.