The Physical Synthesis and X-ray Diffraction Laboratory plays a fundamental role in the synthesis and characterisation of materials through the use of advanced X-ray diffraction techniques. The X-ray diffractometer is a key tool in this process, allowing the crystalline structure of materials to be analysed, their chemical composition to be determined and detailed information on their physical properties to be obtained.

From a characteristic diffraction pattern, it is possible to determine the spatial arrangement of atoms in the sample. This provides valuable information about the atomic and molecular structure of the material, including parameters such as interatomic distances, bond angles and crystalline symmetry.

In addition, the laboratory also has a super high resolution confocal microscope, a state-of-the-art tool in the investigation and characterisation of materials at the microscopic level. This microscope uses a laser scanning technique to generate high quality and high resolution three-dimensional images.

The super high-resolution confocal microscope is capable of detecting microscopic features with exceptional resolution, even at the nanometre level. This makes it possible to observe and analyse the structure and morphology of samples in great detail, obtaining information on particle distribution, surface topography and other relevant microscopic properties.

In addition, thanks to its three-dimensional scanning capability, the confocal microscope can reconstruct 3D images, providing a more complete and accurate representation of the sample. This facilitates the quantitative analysis of morphological parameters, such as the size, shape and roughness of structures present in the material.

Together, the lab's X-ray diffractometer and super high-resolution confocal microscope provide a powerful combination of tools for detailed characterisation and analysis of materials and even cells.

The laboratory is equipped with: