A Novel “Slit Side View” Method to Evaluate Fluid Dynamics during Phacoemulsification by Hisaharu Suzuki, Tsutomu Igarashi, Toshihiko Shiwa, Hiroshi Takahashi

“…In this experimental study, extracted porcine eyes were injected with OVDs stained with fluorescein through a side port of the eye and then fixed on a slit lamp microscope. After inserting a phaco tip, phacoemulsification simulation was then performed on the iris plane. …”
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Modeling the Viscoelastic Behavior of Quartz and Clay Minerals in Shale by Nanoindentation Creep Tests by Jianfeng Wang, Yuke Liu, Chao Yang, Wenmin Jiang, Yun Li, Yongqiang Xiong

“…., quartz and clay) in Longmaxi Formation shale from the Sichuan Basin, South China, were conducted using a nanoindentation technique and high-resolution optical microscope. Firstly, quartz and clay minerals were identified under an optical microscope based on their morphology, surface features, reflection characteristics, particle shapes, and indentation responses. …”
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15-15Ti(Si) austenitic steel: creep behaviour in hostile environment by Alessandra Strafella, Antonino Coglitore, Paride Fabbri, Elena Salernitano

“…Moreover, the raw material and fracture surfaces were analyzed by Optical Microscope and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). SEM micrographs highlighted that lead changes both the mode and the type of specimen fracture. …”
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Wildflower pollen quality in roadside habitats, with particular emphasis on Hedera helix by Aoife McMullin, Paul Hamilton

“…Pollen grains were then observed under a compound light microscope and comparison microscope. Shape and size of the pollen grains were quantified. …”
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Investigation of Friction Stir-Welded B4C Particles-Reinforced Copper Joint: Mechanical, Fatigue, and Metallurgical Properties by M. Vetrivel Sezhian, G. Chakravarthi, K. Giridharan, Balasubramaniam Stalin, B. Yokesh Kumar, P. Sureshkumar, J. Vairamuthu, Ramaswamy Krishnaraj

“…Microstructural investigations performed through an optical microscope and scanning electron microscope (SEM) indicated the presence of homogeneously distributed B4C particles engulfed by finely refined grains. …”
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Sequential Process of Diffusion Bonding and Annealing on Dissimilar Welding of Mg/Al Alloys by Yunlong Ding, Shixue Zhang, Bi Wu, Jinshuang Hao, Yan Chen, Dongying Ju

“…Elemental analysis and structural observation/compound identification were conducted using an electron probe microanalyzer and a scanning electron microscope, respectively. For further assessment of the diffusion zone, microstructural examination was carried out using a transmission electron microscope. …”
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Intraoperative Complications of Cataract Surgery Using Intracameral Illumination in the Elderly over 75 Years by Yu Jeong Kim, Su Jin Park, Jong Yeon Lee, Dae Yeong Lee, Dong Heun Nam

“…To evaluate intraoperative complications and utilization of adjunctive devices between microscope and intracameral illuminations during cataract surgery in the elderly over 75 years. …”
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The Interaction Force between Scheelite and Scheelite/Fluorite/Calcite Measured Using Atomic Force Microscopy by Junyan Yang, Shen Qi, Bo Song, Qi Zheng, Xiaokui Che, Lijun Wang

“…The mechanism of the formation of the hydrophobic agglomerate in fine scheelite flotation was studied using zeta potential measurement, contact angle measurement, optical microscope measurement, and atomic force microscopy (AFM) colloid probe technology. …”
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Uji Kesesuaian Hasil Pemeriksaan Sedimen Urine Metode Shih-Yung pada Volume Urine 10 mL dan 5 mL by Putri Niawaty, Rikarni Rikarni, Dwi Yulia

“…Microscopic examination of urine sediment using shih-yung system requires 10ml urine volume. …”
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Improved Synthesis of Reduced Graphene Oxide-Titanium Dioxide Composite with Highly Exposed {001} Facets and Its Photoelectrochemical Response by Gregory S. H. Thien, Fatin Saiha Omar, Nur Ily Syuhada Ahmad Blya, Wee Siong Chiu, Hong Ngee Lim, Ramin Yousefi, Farid-Jamali Sheini, Nay Ming Huang

“…Field emission scanning electron microscope and high resolution transmission electron microscope imaging reveal that the structure consists of TiO2 nanoparticles covered with TiO2 nanosheets of exposed 001 facets on a RGO sheet. …”
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Intradural Disk Herniation Mimicking a Spinal Tumor: Radiologic Imaging, Pathogenesis, and Operative Management by Daisuke Tateiwa, Ryoji Yamasaki, Rinsei Tei, Yasushi Shin, Kenta Ariga, Kenji Hayashida, Eiji Wada

“…We recommend dural incision using a surgical microscope for treating IDH because it provides a clear visual field.…”
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Experimental Study on Water-Jet Shock Microforming Process Using Different Incident Pressures by James Kwasi Quaisie, Wang Yun, Xu Zhenying, Yu Chao, Fuzhu Li, Philip Baidoo, Joseph Sekyi-Ansah, Emmanuel Asamoah

“…In this experiment, a KEYENCE VHX-1000C digital microscope, confocal laser-scanning microscope (Axio CSM 700), and micro-Vickers hardness tester were utilized to observe the forming depth, surface quality, thickness distribution, and section hardness distributions under different incident pressures. …”
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Impact of Ultrasonic-Assisted Preparation of Water Caltrop Starch–Lipid Complex: Structural and Physicochemical Properties by Kuan-Wei Huang, Lih-Shiuh Lai

“…All samples exhibited the characteristic birefringence of starch-lipid complexes under the polarized microscope, and flake-like and irregular structure under scanning electron microscope (SEM), indicating the formation of complexes through ultrasonic-assisted preparation. …”
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Comparison of the Manual, Semiautomatic, and Automatic Selection and Leveling of Hot Spots in Whole Slide Images for Ki-67 Quantification in Meningiomas by Zaneta Swiderska, Anna Korzynska, Tomasz Markiewicz, Malgorzata Lorent, Jakub Zak, Anna Wesolowska, Lukasz Roszkowiak, Janina Slodkowska, Bartlomiej Grala

“…The observer performance was examined by comparing results of the proposed method of automatic hot-spot selection in whole slide images, results of traditional scoring under a microscope, and results of a pathologist’s manual hot-spot selection. …”
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An In Situ Evaluation of the Protective Effect of Nano Eggshell/Titanium Dioxide against Erosive Acids by Stanley Chibuzor Onwubu, Phumlane Selby Mdluli, Shenuka Singh, Sanele Nyembe, Rookmoney Thakur

“…The mean roughness value (Rrms) of the exposed and unexposed tooth was measured with atomic force microscope (AFM). Scanning electron microscope (SEM) and Raman spectroscopy techniques were used to evaluate the surface morphology and changes. …”
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Effect of strain energy on corrosion behavior of ultrafine grained copper prepared by severe plastic deformation by Rifai M., Mujamilah M., Bagherpour E., Miyamoto H.

“…The structure of SSE treated sample was observed by laser microscope and transmission electron microscope as well as X-ray diffraction. …”
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Green route synthesis of manganese oxide nanoparticles by using methanolic extract of Sapindus mukorossi (reetha) by Geetanjali Lohiya, Anshu Tamta, Bhuwan Chandra, Narain Kandpal, Rajendra Joshi

“…Manganese oxide nanoparticles were characterized by Fourier Transform Infra-Red (FTIR), UV-Vis spectral analysis, High-Resolution Transmission Electron Microscope (HRTEM), and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). …”
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A PCBM-Modified TiO2 Blocking Layer towards Efficient Perovskite Solar Cells by Gang Lu, Fengqin He, Shangzheng Pang, Haifeng Yang, Dazheng Chen, Jingjing Chang, Zhenhua Lin, Jincheng Zhang, Chunfu Zhang

“…And the PCBM layer can also be in favor of larger grain size perovskite film and further passivate the TiO2 blocking layer. Scanning electron microscope, atomic force microscope, and X-ray diffraction (XRD) results suggest the formation of a uniform and compact CH3NH3PbI3−xClx perovskite layer on the PCBM-modified TiO2 blocking layer. …”
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Within the matter. Determining the performance of innovative bioplastic materials with SEM analysis by Antonella Violano, Salvatore Del Prete

“…The use of the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) allowed evaluating the biological evolutionary dynamics at micro-level that are at the base of the experimentation, fully in line with the approach of the regenerative Design and the Ecotechnological Design.…”
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Focusing Hemispherical Waves by Colin J. R. Sheppard

“…These results can be applied to focusing with microscope objectives of high numerical aperture.…”
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