Recent Developments and Applications in earth sciences of electron probe micro-analysis
We are pleased to announce a four-day workshop on the use of the electron probe microanalyzer (EPMA) with particular emphasis on modern developments and geological applications. The workshop will be VIRTUAL on 25-28 March 2024.
5th workshop on Electron probe micro-analysis in Athens
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Title: “Recent Developments and Applications in earth sciences of electron probe micro-analysis”
Instructors (given in alphabetical order of the last name): Ioannis Baziotis (Agricultural University of Athens), James Day (University of California San Diego), John Donovan (University of Oregon), Stamatios Flemetakis (Institute of Geochemistry and Petrology, ETH), Ariadni Georgatou (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens), Anette von der Handt (University of British Columbia), Chris Hayward (University of Edinburgh), Ery Hughes (Te Pū Ao | GNS Science), Serguei Matveev (JEOL Germany), Amanda Ostwald (Smithsonian Institution National Museum of Natural History), and Lucia Spasevski (X-Ray Product Manager at Oxford Instruments NanoAnalysis).
Electron probe microanalysis (EPMA) is commonly used to analyze the composition of solid geological materials to help answer a wide range of fundamental questions in geological and planetary sciences. The goal of this 4-day short course is to educate undergraduates, graduates, early career researchers, lab managers, and established scientists in the theory and practice of EPMA, with a specific focus on its application to geochemistry on different disciplines. This will be achieved through a set of online lectures covering topics ranging from the basics of EPMA, conventional major element quantitative analysis to new developments in X-ray mapping, trace element analysis, analytical protocols for glassy materials, halogen measurements, estimation of magma storage and ascent conditions of volcanics, magmatic sulfide implications, and meteoritics (classification, and implications on planetary formation). Furthermore, live demonstrations are scheduled: (1) a live from JEOL instrument of how someone is measuring on EPMA, (2) usage of a Soft X-Ray Emission Spectrometer (SXES) LR (Li) and application to battery research, and (3) a New solution for analysis of geological samples using Unity BEX imaging detector and AZtec Wave WDS.
New for this year: an opened discussion and a virtual socializing event option
via Gather.Town is available during Registration process.
Choose the Gather.Town option, and
Let`s meet and chat together!
BREAK NEWS: Gather.Town won`t run this year due to limited interest
Registration
Participants are kindly requested to register for the workshop by filling the form (click on "Register here"). The early registration fee is 40 euros and includes the attendance at the workshop, and FULL access to online material (recordings, presentations, transcript). Late Registration (11th January 2024 up to 25th March 2024) is possible, however, the registration fee is increased by 30% at 52 Euros. Therefore, book your virtual seat as soon as possible.
*Agenda may be scaled back or cancelled in case of small enrollment (<15 participants).
They said about us
Anonymous attendee #1
Very in-depth course held by professionists.
Ok with putting my name
Anonymous attendee #2
I am relatively new to EPMA and this course has helped me understand about the techniques and applications.
Anonymous attendee #3
Excellent course, to acquire technical knowledge about the general and specific functioning of EMPA, and certain applied cases. The organization is perfect as well the expertise of the panelists.
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