Biolin Scientific Q-Sense Initiator for measurement of surface-molecule interactions

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The Q-Sense Initiator enables surface scientists to gain access to Q-Sense technology at an entry level.

The product maintains the core Q-Sense functions and quality while focusing on users who have a need for an introductory Q-Sense system capable of fundamental analysis. The Q-Sense Dfind analysis software simplifies data handling and reporting through an intuitive interface and powerful tools for complex analysis.

Quartz Crystal Microbalance with Dissipation (QCM-D) monitoring enables real-time measurements of both mass/thickness (frequency) and structural properties (dissipation) of molecular layers. By measuring the dissipation parameter (D), QCM-D allows for the analysis of soft films that do not obey the linear relation between change in frequency and change in mass. In this way, the dissipation parameter provides novel insights regarding structural (viscoelastic) properties of adsorbed layers.

The product enables the user to access information such as mass, thickness, viscoelastic properties, adsorption rates, etc, and to quantify, compile and compare data from start to end. Other features include: real-time, label-free technology; the ability to analyse surface-molecule interactions at the nanoscale; and the ability to simultaneously combine the system with, eg, ellipsometry, electrochemistry or microscopy.