What Can AFM Do for Polymer Research?

Join us for an engaging discussion on the latest in polymeric applications and research. Following presentations from our guest speakers we will have live in-lab demonstrations of the techniques and modes featured.

Guest Speakers:

Gregory Meyers, Dow Chemical
Dr. Philippe Leclere, University of Mons
Bede Pittenger, Bruker

Symposium Topics

High-resolution electrical characterization with KPFM and TUNA provide insight into material performance and help to optimize organic photovoltaics and Li-ion batteries.
Applications of AFM in characterizing the mechanical properties and chemistry for development of new materials and troubleshooting production issues for the polymer materials industry.
Strengths and weaknesses of common AFM modes when applied to polymers and composites.
Practical considerations like probe selection and system calibration.

Agenda

Symposium Introduction by Session Chair | Dr. Thomas Mueller, Bruker

Atomic Force Microscopy in the Polymer Materials Industry| Dr. Gregory Meyers, The Dow Chemical Company

Nanoscale Electrical Characterization of Organic and Hybrid Materials for Energy Harvesting Applications| Prof. Philippe Leclere, University of Mons

A Selection of Modes and Methods for SPM Research of Polymers| Dr. Bede Pittenger, Bruker

Recent Developments with Live Demonstration | Dr. Senli Guo and Dr. Mickael Febvre, Bruker

Upcoming July 22nd
8AM PDT / 11AM PDT / 5PM CEST

Speakers

Bede Pittenger, Ph.D. – Bruker Nano Surfaces Sr. Staff Scientist, AFM Applications
Dr. Greg Meyers – Fellow, Core R&D – Analytical Science, The Dow Chemical Company, Midland, MI
Prof. Dr. Philippe LECLERE – Associate Professor, University of Mons