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    Inverted vs. Upright Microscope: Which Is Right for Your Lab?(Post)

    When equipping a research lab, clinical facility, or industrial quality control environment, few decisions carry more weight than choosing the right microscope configuration. Inverted and upright micr

    Quality Testing(Page)

    When shopping for a microscope either on the web or with a catalog, the image of the instrument could look great but when the product gets into your hands, you might be disappointed.   The...

    Mold Under a Microscope: What Mold Spores and Hyphae Look Like(Post)

    Mold is a type of fungus that grows in damp environments, on food, and across many natural surfaces. While mold colonies may appear as fuzzy green, black, or white patches to the naked eye, looking at

    Paramecium Microscope Project(Post)

    Viewing paramecium under a microscope is a fun project for both kids and parents. Using a student biological microscope (also known as a compound microscope), you can grow some paramecium and watch as

    Pollen Under a Microscope: What Does It Look Like?(Post)

    Pollen may look like ordinary yellow dust to the naked eye, but under a microscope, it reveals a surprising variety of shapes, textures, and intricate patterns. Some pollen grains are perfectly round,

    What Kids Microscope Should I Buy for My Child?(Post)

    Choosing A Children's Microscope for Your Student There are many types of children’s microscopes on the market and it can be frustrating trying to figure out which one is best. Here are a few things t

    Parts of a Compound Microscope: Labeled Diagram, Functions & Guide(Post)

    A compound microscope uses a combination of lenses, illumination components and mechanical controls to produce a magnified view of specimens that are too small to see clearly with the naked eye. While

    NIST Certified Stage Micrometers(Post)

    What is a Stage Micrometer? A stage micrometer is a very precise ruler designed for microscopes. It is a slide made of either glass or metal to allow light to shine through it or shine down on top of

    Types of Microscopes(Post)

    What are the Different Microscope Types and Their Uses? There are a number of different types of microscopes and each of them solves unique problems. Below you will find information on the five differ

    Swift Microscopes(Post)

    Swift Microscope Information Microscope World has sold Swift microscopes for fifteen years. Historically the Swift brand has been a solid work-horse brand of educational microscopes that are manufactu

    Microscope Maintenance Tips(Page)

    Routine optical and mechanical maintenance of compound microscopes can ensure that your microscope works well for years. The microscope maintenance information provided below is not meant to replace...

    Koehler Microscope Illumination(Post)

    Koehler illumination is obtained by focusing and centering microscopy light on the field of view in order to increase contrast and resolution. Koehler illumination was first introduced in 1893 by Augu