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EMAS 2005
9th EMAS European Workshop on
Modern Developments and Applications in Microbeam Analysis
IUMAS-3
3rd Meeting of the International Union of Microbeam Analysis Societies
22nd – 26th May 2005
Convitto della Calza, Firenze, Italy
The 1st IUMAS Meeting was held in 1996 in Sydney and the 2nd one was organised in 2000 in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. The primary aim of this combined EMAS Workshop / IUMAS Meeting is to assess the state of the art and reliability of microbeam analysis techniques.
The workshop is being organised in collaboration with SISM – Societá Italiana di Scienze Microscopiche.
The well established, successful EMAS format consists of a limited number of invited tutorial lectures, and round-table discussions on the same topics led by experts in the field. All other contributions will be hosted in the form of poster presentations. The format is aimed at maximising transfer of knowledge among the participants and at providing a comprehensive exhibition of the latest analytical equipment. The programme allows for adequate time and opportunities for participants to visit the technical exhibitions and hold discussions with the manufacturers.
Scientific programme
Seven sessions, each encompassing two or more invited lectures, will highlight the main topics dealt with during this workshop:
ˇ Electron probe microanalysis o Monte Carlo simulation in EPMA. Comparison of different Monte Carlo simulation algorithms (F. Salvat, Universitat de Barcelona, Spain); o Quantitative X-ray microanalysis of heterogeneous materials using Monte Carlo simulations (R. Gauvin, McGill University, Montréal, Canada); o Quantitative bulk and trace element X-ray mapping using multiple detectors (K. Moran, Moran Scientific Pty Ltd., Goulburn, Australia); o LEXES as applied to semiconductors (P.-F. Staub, Cameca SA, Courbevoie, France); o Determination of the efficiency of energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometers by a new reference material (M. Procop et al., Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung, Berlin, Germany). ˇ Cathodoluminescence o Combined CL and X-ray data processing options and strategies (S. Galloway, Gatan Ltd., Corby, Great Britain); o Time-resolved spectral CL imaging and analysis (M.R. Phillips, University of Technology Sydney, Broadwa, Australia). ˇ Analysis and characterisation of nanostructures o Microanalysis with XPEEM, LEEM and LEED (E. Bauer, Arizona State University, Tempe, U.S.A.); o 3DAP characterisation of metallic nanostructures (K. Hono, National Institute for Materials Science, Tsukuba, Japan). ˇ Particle beam techniques o Semi-quantitative analysis of microstructures by secondary ion mass spectrometry (D. Phinney, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Livermore, U.S.A.); o Particle-induced X-ray emission with microbeams: main features and applications (P.A. Mandō, Universitā di Firenze, Italy). ˇ Electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) o Advances in orientation imaging in the TEM and applications to nanostructures D.J. Dingley, Edax Inc., Draper, U.S.A.); o Advances in electron backscatter diffraction for the characterisation of interfaces (V. Randle, University of Wales, Swansea, Great Britain). ˇ Environmental microanalysis techniques (ESEM and VP-SEM) o Low-vacuum microanalysis field-emission SEM (B.L. Thiel, University of Cambridge Great Britain); o ESEM applications to cultural heritage conservation (E. Doehne, The Getty Conservation Institute, Los Angeles, U.S.A.). ˇ Atomic-scale analysis by TEM-STEM o Exploring the limits of transistor scaling with electron microscopy (P. Voyles, University of Wisconsin, Madison, U.S.A.); o Atomic level characterisation based on de-focus image modulation processing electron microscopy (Y. Takai, Osaka University, Japan). ˇ Applications to catalysts, composites, cultural heritage, forensics, glass, sensors, and in biology, geology, mineralogy, metallurgy, microelectronics, etc.
Round-table discussions
So-called round-table discussions are panel discussions taking place at the end of each scientific session on a general topic. These discussions will be moderated by a leading expert in that particular field, assisted by the invited speakers of the corresponding session. The idea is to stimulate the exchange of information and experience among the participants on a number of important problems in microbeam techniques. Such activities need careful preparation, both with regard to structure and subjects. Brief presentations or contributions to the round-table discussions are encouraged. These may be illustrated by means of transparencies (please contact the round-table chairperson at the beginning of the Workshop).
Posters
The deadline for poster submissions has now passed. A provisional list of the accepted posters can be seen here.
Young scientists’ session
We are reserving one session to give young scientists (that is for post-graduates and scientists under 30 years old) the opportunity to present their work in a talk lasting 15 min including time for discussion.
There will be six presentations selected from the submitted abstracts. Those selected by the International Scientific Committee will receive an EMAS Award equivalent to 100 EUR with a bonus equivalent
to 50 EUR being given to the best oral presentation..
The following 6 selected young scientists will be giving a 15-minute oral presentation during this session, scheduled on Tuesday May 24th at 11h00:
-The external proton microprobe at the Tandem Laboratory in Florence.
M. Massi, L. Giuntini and P.A. Mandō
-Synthesis and characterisation of doped and un-doped zinc oxide nanostructures.
K.E. McBean, M.R. Phillips and E.M. Goldys
-Analysis of aluminium-magnesium diffusion couples.
K. Robertson, P. Horny, R. Gauvin and M. Pekguleryuz
-The L spectra of Fe and Fe3O4.
A. Scheffel, A. Assmann, J. Dellith and M. Wendt
-Compositional analysis of 17th - 18th century archaeological glass fragments excavated in Mechelen, Belgium: comparison with data from neighbouring cities in the Low Countries.
V. Van der Linden, E. Bultinck, J. De Ruytter, O. Schalm, K. Janssens, W. Devos and W. Tiri
-In-situ investigation of discolouration processes between historic oil paint pigments.
R. White, M.R. Phillips, P. Thomas and R. Wührer
EMAS grants / IUMAS bursaries
The deadline for grant applications has now passed.
Exhibition
Ample space, immediately adjacent to the lecture and poster rooms, will be available for the exhibition of equipment, leaflets and books. Interested companies should contact the Workshop Secretariat.
Social programme
All participants and accompanying persons are invited to the welcome reception on Sunday evening. This informal get-together is hosted by the International Scientific Committee and the Local Organising
Committee.
Tuesday evening, a complimentary visit is organised to the Palazzo Vecchio with an introductory lecture by Dr. Serracini, followed by cocktails.
The Workshop dinner, on Wednesday evening, will be held in the ‘Villa Viviani’ in Settignano. Along the way we will stop at the Piazzale Michelangelo to admire the skyline of Florence and to visit the Basilica San Miniato al Monte. The cost is included in the full registration fee but is extra for students and accompanying persons.
Registration fees
The EMAS 2005 / IUMAS-3 workshop is being organised as a low cost scientific meeting. The registration fee includes lunches, coffee or tea, the workshop dinner (except with student registration), a copy of the Book of Abstracts containing the detailed programme, the text of the invited lectures and the abstracts of the poster presentations, and the Workshop Proceedings (except with student registration). Early registration rates (before March 1st, 2005) are € 430.00 for members of EMAS or societies affiliated with IUMAS, € 550.00 for non-members, and € 200.00 EUR for students.
Workshop venue
The workshop will be held in the Convitto della Calza (www.calza.it). Originally built as the Hospital of Saint John the Baptist in the 14th century, it owes its name to a strip of white cloth resembling a stocking (‘calza’ in Italian), which adorned the left shoulder of the garment worn by the “Gesuates” friars who dwelt there from 1529 onwards. The different religious orders who have lived here, contributed many beautiful works of art and architectural improvements to the building, such as the 15th century cloister, the Last Supper fresco by Franciabigio (1514), and the Cardinal Mistrangelo chapel.
In the heart of Oltrarno, one of the most picturesque neighbourhoods of Florence, the Convitto della Calza is strategically located close to the Renaissance art treasures of the city. It is a 10 minute walk from the Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo. It is even closer to the Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens.
The Final Announcement will be distributed in August 2004. A substantial reduction of the registration fee will apply to all students. Moreover, a number of EMAS Grants and IUMAS Scholarships will be available for bona-fide students and young scientists (under 30 years of age). Details will be given in the final announcement.
Further details will be presented in future issues of EMAS News.
Workshop secretariat
EMAS Secretariat
c/o University of Antwerp (UA), Department of Chemistry
attn. Mr. Luc Van’t dack
Universiteitsplein 1, BE-2610 Antwerp-Wilrijk, Belgium
tel: +32-3-820.23.43, fax: +32-3-820.23.43, e-mail: Luc.Vantdack@ua.ac.be
http://www.emas-web.net/
Last updated: 15 February 2005