The Hellenic Survey of Geology and Mineral Exploration (H.S.G.M.E.) has upgraded its equipment with a new state-of-the-art Scanning Electron Microscope, enhancing its ability to carry out precise and specialized mineralogical and petrological analyses.
The new Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) of H.S.G.M.E. is of Japanese origin, JEOL type – model JSM-IT500LV. It is connected to an Energy Dispersive Spectrometer (EDS) of British origin, OXFORD model ULTI MAX. The microscope features advanced technological infrastructure that enables extremely high magnifications — up to 300,000 times — allowing sample observation at the nanometer scale. The attached spectrometer (EDS) performs analyses of the examined areas to identify chemical elements, helping researchers draw conclusions about the minerals present. The entire process is performed rapidly, in real time, with exceptional sensitivity, revealing even the finest details that older systems could not detect.
The General Director of H.S.G.M.E., Mr. Dionysios Goutis, stated: “The acquisition of the new Scanning Electron Microscope continues the century-long tradition of the national geological service as a technical advisor to the state in geological, mineral, and petrological research, as well as in supporting Greek industry. We are very proud to have integrated this cutting-edge microscope into the equipment of the Department of Mineralogy and Petrology. It is yet another powerful tool in our ongoing effort to highlight the geological wealth of our country.”