Fast AFM probes measure multiple properties of biomolecules or materials simultaneously

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An AFM holder adapted so that the FIRAT probe can be used on existing AFM systems. The FIRAT probe can simultaneously measure topography and material properties including adhesion stiffness elasticity and viscosity. Georgia Tech Photo: Gary Meek
An AFM holder adapted so that the FIRAT probe can be used on existing AFM systems. The FIRAT probe can simultaneously measure topography and material properties including adhesion, stiffness, elasticity and viscosity. Georgia Tech Photo: Gary Meek

New research demonstrates that novel probe technology based on flexible membranes can replace conventional atomic force microscopy (AFM) cantilevers for applications such as fast topographic imaging, quantitative material characterization and single molecule mechanics measurements.


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