Nanopasta (IMAGE)

University College London

Nanopasta

Caption

The team used a scanning electron microscope, scanning the mat with a focused beam of electrons and creating an image based on the pattern of electrons that are deflected or knocked-off. Each individual strand is too narrow to be clearly captured by any form of visible light camera or microscope.

Credit

Beatrice Britton / Adam Clancy

Usage Restrictions

Only in relation to this study and with credit

License

Original content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.