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March 27, 2026 – Evanston, Illinois, USA CIQTEK is excited to join the Annual Spring Meeting of the Midwest Microscopy and Microanalysis Society (MMMS) on March 27, 2026, hosted at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. This gathering is a must-attend event for researchers, microscopists, and industry professionals across the Midwest, providing a platform to share the latest in electron microscopy, microanalysis, and cutting-edge lab techniques.   Meet CIQTEK's Electron Microscopy USA Team Our US local team will be on-site to meet attendees, discuss real-world lab challenges, and share insights into CIQTEK's full line of electron microscopy solutions. From routine SEMs to advanced field-emission systems, CIQTEK designs instruments that deliver reliable imaging, high performance, and practical usability for academic, industrial, and research labs. Visitors will have the chance to: Learn about our SEM, TEM, and FIB-SEM platforms Discuss workflow improvements for microscopy and microanalysis Explore solutions for materials science, industrial inspection, and research labs Get hands-on advice from our application specialists Contact CIQTEK USA Team: info.usa@ciqtek.com   Why Attend MMMS The MMMS Spring Meeting is more than a conference; it’s a chance to see the latest technology in action, exchange ideas with peers, and explore tools that can make everyday lab work easier and more efficient. CIQTEK is proud to be part of this vibrant microscopy community, supporting innovation and practical solutions for researchers across the Midwest.   Come meet us in Evanston on March 27! Explore our SEM lineup, chat with our team, and discover how CIQTEK instruments can support your microscopy and microanalysis needs.  

CIQTEK is heading to Analytica 2026 with a working SEM on the show floor, giving visitors the chance to see real imaging in action while exploring our NMR and BET analytical solutions in person.   From March 24 to 27, 2026, CIQTEK will join researchers, lab professionals, and industry partners at Analytica 2026 in Munich, Germany. You can find us at Booth A2.234 at the Trade Fair Center Messe München. Instead of just showing brochures or videos, we are bringing a real instrument. Visitors can stop by, see how the system runs, and talk directly with our team about their applications and lab needs.   A Real SEM Running at the Booth The highlight this year is our SEM3200 tungsten filament scanning electron microscope, operating live throughout the exhibition. Visitors can: • Watch real samples being imaged live• Try the SEM interface and see how easy operation can be• Talk with application specialists about imaging challenges• Explore how SEM can fit everyday lab workflows The SEM3200 is built for routine lab use, combining stable performance with practical operation, making it a strong fit for universities, research centers, and industrial labs.   More Than Electron Microscopy CIQTEK will also introduce visitors to our broader analytical portfolio, including: NMR Spectrometers, supporting chemical and materials analysis for both research and teaching environments. BET Surface Area & Pore Size Analyzers, widely used in materials science, catalysis, energy research, and porous material studies. Together, these tools help laboratories handle both imaging and material characterization more efficiently.   Let’s Meet in Munich If you are visiting Analytica 2026, come by Booth A2.234 to see live SEM imaging and chat with our team about your applications and future plans. Whether you work in research or industry, we would love to connect and explore how CIQTEK instruments can support your work.   See you in Munich!  

As the Winter Olympics bring global attention to Italy, CIQTEK's partner Media System Lab invited us to share a glimpse of the atmosphere from the heart of Milan with customers and partners around the world. Thanks to the support of Matteo Mariani, Marketing Manager at Media System Lab, we can take our community a little closer to the city’s Olympic excitement.   Walking through Milan during this special time, you can feel how international collaboration, advanced technology, and shared ambition come together, not only in sports but also in science and innovation. Just as elite athletes rely on precision, preparation, and performance, modern research increasingly depends on powerful scientific instruments that deliver accurate and reliable results. This spirit of pushing boundaries is something we see every day in laboratories using CIQTEK electron microscopes. Whether researchers are studying advanced materials, energy solutions, semiconductors, or life science samples, high-resolution imaging plays a critical role in turning ideas into real-world progress.   Click to watch the video and receive your Milan dispatch!     The partnership between CIQTEK and Media System Lab, established in 2025, is helping bring advanced microscopy solutions to more laboratories across Italy and Europe. Together, we support researchers and industrial users with SEM platforms ranging from robust tungsten systems to high-resolution field emission solutions, designed for both routine analysis and cutting-edge research applications.   Guided by our philosophy, "Succeed Customers, Succeed Fellows," CIQTEK continues to work closely with partners worldwide to make advanced scientific tools more accessible, helping researchers and engineers move faster from observation to discovery. From the excitement of global sporting events to quiet breakthroughs inside research labs, progress always begins with people striving to go further. CIQTEK is proud to support that journey, together with partners and customers around the world!

CIQTEK is pleased to announce its participation in the French EPR Society Meeting – ARPE Days 2026, taking place March 19–20, 2026, at Chimie ParisTech in Paris, France. The event brings together researchers, instrument specialists, and industry partners from across Europe to exchange the latest advances and practical applications in Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR).   A Key Meeting Point for the EPR Community ARPE Days serves as an important annual gathering for the French and broader European EPR community. The meeting provides a platform for discussing developments in magnetic resonance methods, new experimental approaches, and real-world research applications across chemistry, physics, materials science, energy research, and life sciences. For CIQTEK, the event is also an opportunity to reconnect with long-standing collaborators and meet new researchers exploring advanced EPR solutions for their laboratories.   CIQTEK EPR: Expanding Across Europe Over the past few years, CIQTEK EPR spectrometers have been successfully delivered to multiple leading research organizations and universities across Europe, supporting work in free radical studies, catalysis, battery research, materials characterization, and quantum-related investigations. At ARPE Days 2026, visitors will be able to learn more about CIQTEK's growing EPR portfolio, including: Benchtop EPR systems, offering compact, cost-effective solutions for routine measurements and teaching labs High-performance CW EPR spectrometers for advanced research applications Pulse EPR systems supporting more sophisticated spin dynamics and structure investigations Q-band and W-band EPR solutions for higher resolution and sensitivity in cutting-edge research fields Supporting accessories and upgrades, including temperature control and application-driven configurations In addition to new systems, CIQTEK also provides EPR modernization and upgrade solutions, enabling laboratories to extend the lifetime and capabilities of existing instruments through electronics, control system, and performance upgrades without requiring full instrument replacement.   Real Applications, Real Labs Researchers interested in practical use cases can also explore , where laboratories worldwide share how EPR is being used to solve real research challenges. From energy materials to catalytic mechanisms and paramagnetic defect analysis, these stories highlight how EPR moves beyond theory into everyday lab impact. Visitors and readers are encouraged to explore the EPR Customer Stories section on the CIQTEK website to see how different research groups are applying the technology.   Meet CIQTEK in Paris CIQTEK looks forward to engaging with the EPR community in Paris, exchanging ideas, and exploring future collaborations! For more information or to schedule a meeting during the event, feel free to contact the CIQTEK team in advance.   See you in Paris this March!  

CIQTEK is excited to participate in The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) 2026 Annual Meeting & Exhibition, March 15–19, 2026 at the San Diego Convention Center and Hilton San Diego Bayfront in San Diego, California, USA. Our U.S. team will be on site to provide local support and product consultation.   TMS is a long‑standing international gathering of materials scientists, engineers, researchers, and industry professionals. The event draws over 4,000 attendees from around the world and features technical sessions, workshops, and an exhibition focused on the practical side of minerals, metals, and materials research and technology.   Meet CIQTEK Electron Microscopy Solutions at Booth #307 At Booth #307, CIQTEK will showcase its Electron Microscopy solutions, including: TEM for internal structure and nanostructure analysis FIB-SEM for site-specific sample preparation and 3D imaging FE-SEM for high-resolution imaging Tungsten filament SEM for general materials analysis Entry-level SEM for laboratories starting electron microscopy These systems cover a wide range of materials characterization needs, from basic surface imaging to advanced studies.   Local Partner Presence CIQTEK's U.S. distributor, JH Technologies, will also be at the booth. For inquiries or to schedule time with CIQTEK U.S. team at TMS, please contact info.usa@ciqtek.com We look forward to welcoming you at Booth #307 in San Diego to explore practical microscopy solutions.  

CIQTEK is pleased to announce its participation in Pittcon 2026, one of the world's leading conferences and exhibitions for laboratory science and analytical instrumentation. ---------------------- Conference: March 7–11, 2026Exposition: March 9–11, 2026Location: Henry B. González Convention Center, San Antonio, TX, USABooth: #1113 ---------------------- During Pittcon 2026, CIQTEK will showcase its latest solutions in materials characterization and analytical research, and engage with researchers, engineers, and industry professionals from around the world.   Featured Advanced Scientific Instrument Solutions At Booth #1113, visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about CIQTEK's flagship solutions: Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) for high-resolution imaging and materials analysis Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectrometers for structural and chemical analysis Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) Spectrometers for studying paramagnetic species in chemistry, physics, and life sciences BET Surface Area and Porosity Analyzers for precise surface and pore characterization These systems are widely used in applications such as advanced materials, energy research, catalysis, pharmaceuticals, and academic research laboratories.   CIQTEK USA Team and Local Support CIQTEK USA team will be present at Pittcon 2026 to provide localized support, product consultation, and service information for North American customers. With a growing local presence, CIQTEK is committed to delivering responsive sales and after-sales support in the U.S. market. For meeting requests or inquiries before and during the event, please contact: info.usa@ciqtek.com   We look forward to welcoming you at Booth #1113 in San Antonio!  

CIQTEK is pleased to announce its participation in the 60th Anniversary Meeting of the Texas Society for Microscopy (TSM), which will take place on February 19–20, 2026, at The University of Texas at Austin, USA. Marking six decades of contributions to the microscopy community, TSM 2026 brings together researchers, facility managers, and industry professionals to discuss both the legacy and the future of microscopy. CIQTEK is honored to be part of this milestone event and to engage with the Texas and broader U.S. microscopy community.     Supporting Advanced Microscopy with Practical, High-Performance EM Solutions At TSM 2026, CIQTEK will showcase its growing portfolio of electron microscopes (EM), designed to meet the evolving needs of academic research, shared facilities, and industrial laboratories. CIQTEK's EM product line covers a wide range of applications, from routine imaging to advanced materials characterization, including: Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM), enabling high-resolution structural and compositional analysis at the nanoscale FIB-SEM systems, delivering enhanced brightness and resolution for materials science and industrial inspection Field Emission SEM (FE-SEM), engineered for high-resolution imaging, analytical workflows, and demanding research environments Tungsten filament SEM, offering stable performance and cost-effective solutions for teaching labs and routine analysis Across the portfolio, CIQTEK focuses on delivering reliable imaging performance, intuitive system operation, and long-term ownership value, helping laboratories achieve consistent results without unnecessary complexity.   Engaging with the Microscopy Community CIQTEK views conferences like TSM not only as an opportunity to present instrumentation, but also as a platform for meaningful technical exchange. During the meeting, the CIQTEK team looks forward to discussing real-world microscopy challenges, system selection considerations, and long-term operational needs with users across materials science, life science, and industrial applications.   For attendees interested in learning more about CIQTEK EM solutions or exploring potential collaborations, CIQTEK warmly welcomes conversations during the meeting in Austin!   Local Support from CIQTEK USA To better serve customers in North America, CIQTEK maintains a local branch in the United States, providing regional sales support, application consultation, and long-term service assistance for electron microscopy users. For more information about CIQTEK EM solutions or to connect with the CIQTEK USA team, please contact us at info.usa@ciqtek.com.  

Advanced instruments alone do not drive scientific breakthroughs. Real progress happens when technology and researchers work closely together. One year after the launch of the High-End In Situ Electron Microscopy Joint Laboratory, the collaboration between the Engineering and Materials Science Experimental Center and CIQTEK has shown how a shared innovation mindset can unlock new possibilities in in situ materials research, micro- and nano-fabrication, and mechanics-related studies. "Choosing CIQTEK was never just about purchasing an instrument," says Professor Ming Gong, Deputy Director of the Engineering and Materials Science Experimental Center."We chose a partner who could work with us to explore and solve frontier scientific challenges."   A Core Research Platform Powered by In Situ Electron Microscopy The Engineering and Materials Science Experimental Center is one of six university-level public experimental platforms at the University of Science and Technology of China. It supports a wide range of disciplines, including mechanics, mechanical engineering, instrumentation science, and engineering thermophysics. The center plays a key role in advancing research on material mechanical behavior, complex fluid systems, precision measurement, micro- and nano-device fabrication, and renewable energy materials. By combining open access with professional analytical services, it enables interdisciplinary collaboration and connects academic research with real industrial needs. Within this framework, in situ electron microscopy has become a critical capability. It allows researchers to directly observe structural and functional changes in materials under real conditions, providing insights that traditional post-analysis methods cannot deliver.   Why a FIB-SEM Dual-Beam Microscope Matters As materials science research continues to move toward smaller length scales and more dynamic processes, traditional sample preparation methods are no longer sufficient. Modern studies increasingly require site-specific preparation, in situ observation, and three-dimensional reconstruction at the micro- and nano-scale. To meet these demands, the center introduced a FIB-SEM dual-beam electron microscope, supplied by CIQTEK. This advanced scientific instrumentation enables precise micro- and nano-fabrication while maintaining high-resolution imaging performance, making it an essential tool for frontier research. "Our goal was very clear," Professor Gong explains. "We wanted to provide advanced experimental conditions that support breakthroughs in frontier science and engineering, while also offering a strong technical foundation for future industrial innovation."   CIQTEK FIBSEM at the High-End In Situ Electron Microscopy Joint Laboratory   Choosing CIQTEK: Technology, Reliability, and Collaboration During the instrument selection process, the center focused on three core factors: system stability, performance precision, and long-term technical suppor...