Practical Electron Microscopy by Elaine Evelyn Hunter, Malcol... - 9780521385398

Practical Electron MicroscopyA Beginner's Illustrated Guide\nAuthor(s): Elaine Evelyn Hunter, Malcolm Silver\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Cambridge University Press, United Kingdom\nImprint: Cambridge University Press\nISBN-13: 9780521385398, 978-0521385398\nSynopsis\nThis is an extensively illustrated laboratory manual of transmission electron microscopy techniques for the technician, graduate student, or researcher. Chapters begin with a general discussion, move on to the chemicals and equipment required for the method being described and conclude with a step-by-step presentation of the method and instructions for the preparation of solutions. Notes at the end of each chapter warn of possible pitfalls and outline 'tricks of the trade'. The methods and techniques outlined have been tested for over ten years in clinical and research laboratory situations, and are entirely reliable. Practical Electron Microscopy covers fixation, dehydration and embedding, semi-thin and thin sectioni.