Why

Why choose bioSAXS at Diamond for your research?

Small Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS) for Biological Macromolecules (SAXS) at Diamond offers fast and reliable measurements, ideal for studying a wide variety of sample types, from polymers and nanoparticles to biological materials, alloys, and formulations. Our flexible sample area and diverse range of sample environments allow you to replicate real-life industrial conditions, providing valuable insights into the structural changes occurring in your samples during processing.

Additionally, Diamond provides access to a suite of complementary characterisation techniques, including cryo-EM, powder diffraction, imaging, and spectroscopy, enabling a thorough investigation of your samples’ structure and behaviour. Our dedicated team of experts is here to support and advise you throughout your experiment, ensuring you achieve the best possible results.

Benefits

Benefits of using bioSAXS at Diamond

  • High throughput and fast measurement times with batch mode data collection
  • Requires low solution volumes and offers a wider range of length scales compared to lab sources (note: SEC-SAXS is not possible with lab sources)
  • Can be combined with other techniques (e.g., online MALS) for insights under various formulation conditions (e.g., temperature, pH)
  • SEC-SAXS mode ensures high-purity samples and optimal data quality for advanced modelling
  • Access to a dedicated state-of-the-art beamline with streamlined automatic data processing
  • Freely available analysis software and advanced modelling support
  • Includes industry-specific expertise and support

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