Cryo soft X-ray tomography (SXT) services

How it works

With this option, you send us the sample(s), and our highly qualified and experienced staff will collect the data for you, exactly as you would do the measurements yourself. We then send you the data in an appropriate format along with a clear and accessible report detailing all the experimental procedures, allowing you to analyse it fully.

Perfect for

• Performing routine measurements or measurements you haven’t run before
• When you simply need an experienced pair of hands.
• If you do not have the time to conduct the experiment yourself

Benefits

• Quick and easy: Streamline your workflow by letting us handle the data collection
• Expert handling: Rest assured you are in the safe hands of experienced scientists
• Comprehensive reporting: Receive detailed reports that facilitate thorough analysis

How it works

With this option, you bring the sample(s) to Diamond. Our highly qualified and experienced staff will collect the data with you, advising on the best experimental approach and ensuring that all team members have a chance to participate in the sample preparation and data collection as required. We then send you the data in an appropriate format along with a clear and accessible report detailing all the experimental procedures, allowing you to analyse it fully.

Perfect for

• Performing experiments you haven’t run before
• Making the most effective use of experimental time
• Complex non-standard experiments or experiments with complex sample handling requirements; you can concentrate on the science while the Diamond team optimises data collection to get the best results

Benefits

• Collaborative approach: Work alongside our experts to gain hands-on experience
• Efficient use of time: Maximise your experimental time with our support
• Tailored assistance: Receive guidance for complex and non-standard experiments

How it works

This mode allows you to collect data yourself by accessing the beamline on-site.

Perfect For

This route is ideal for experienced users who have previously used the beamline (or technique) and are conducting similar types of experiments.

Benefits

• Control: You manage the beamline and collect your own data
• Decision-Making: Make real-time decisions on which samples to run based on the results during the experiment
• Exploration: Excellent for exploring scientific questions in real-time
• Development: Many clients use participation in beamtime experiments as development opportunities for junior staff and students