The incomplete Kelvin Probe theory Kelvin Probe measurements are relative. They reveal, if done correctly, a Contact Potential Difference (CPD or Volta potential) between a sample of interest and the probe's tip. This result is usually converted to the work function of the sample if the tip's work function is known. That was a common practice since the invention of the instrument in the 19th...
Read moreIMPS/IMVS capabilities video Many semiconductor characterization techniques involve static material perturbations. For example, one can apply a DC bias potential and observe resulting (not necessarily constant) electric current. Or application of light intensity fixed in time can reveal the efficiency of the sample in producing photocurrents. An entirely new world of phenomena opens when...
Read moreConference on the 15th anniversary of Instytut Fotonowy On November 16th-18th 2022 we celebrated the fifteenth anniversary of the founding of Instytut Fotonowy. On this occasion, a conference "Non-linear Phenomena in Electrochemistry and Photovoltaics" took place. 47 participants from 6 countries, representing 20 universities, research institutes and companies, shared their knowledge and...
Read moreLED Revolver's video presentation Our new film briefly presents the simplicity and features of the LED Revolver. We believe it helps new users to see its...
Read moreForum content We have a new web-site forum.fotonowy.pl where you can find; advice on how to use our instruments, explanation of often difficult terms from photo-electrochemistry, impedance spectroscopy, surface photovoltage and others help with interpretation of obtained results answers to questions that are notoriously hard to find in literature info on new software...
Read moreMicro Fading Tester's video presentation Our new film briefly presents the advantages of the Micro Fading Tester. So far nearly twenty institutions have been using MFT's around the world. Who's...
Read moreRedox.me becomes our strategic partner We proudly announce that we have established a new cooperation. Our partner, Redox.me, is a worldwide supplier of a wide range of accessories for (photo)-(spectro)-elecro-chemistry... with multiple combinations. Its portfolio includes cells, electrodes, substrates, and recently also a "Switchable LED light source". It is equipped with Redox.me...
Read morePaintings, exposed to wrong kind of light, scream for help... World painting's masterpieces that are exposed to light silently scream for help. Fortunately, the number of museums interested in measuring the color fastness of their paintings is growing. Some of the museums decide to buy their own Micro Fading Tester for their conservation workshop. In September, our expert in the artworks...
Read moreWe have established collaboration with Qatar National Library In June Michał visited Qatar National Library. He installed an MFT and helped to perform training for new users in the Paper Conservation Department. The training attendees were: Anna Amandoria (Senior Conservation Librarian) and Chanaka Perera (Conservation Technician) - employees of Qatar National...
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