39 Best Books on Electron Microscopy

We have compiled a list of the Best Reference Books on Electron Microscopy, which are used by students of top universities, and colleges. This will help you choose the right book depending on if you are a beginner or an expert. Here is the complete list of Electron Microscopy Books with their authors, publishers, and an unbiased review of them as well as links to the Amazon website to directly purchase them. If permissible, you can also download the free PDF books on Electron Microscopy below.

1. Advance Electron Microscopy and Analysis

 
1."Advances in X-Ray Analysis: Volume 10" by John B Newkirk and Gavin R Mallett
“Advances in X-Ray Analysis: Volume 10” Book Review: This book is a collection of articles that cover a wide range of topics related to X-ray analysis. The book includes chapters on the use of X-rays in the analysis of materials, as well as its application in fields such as environmental science, biomedical research, and archaeology. It also covers new developments in X-ray instrumentation and techniques, making it a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners in the field of X-ray analysis.

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2."Advances in X-Ray Analysis: Volume 16" by L Birks
“Advances in X-Ray Analysis: Volume 16” Book Review: The book covers a wide range of topics on the applications of X-rays in various fields such as environment, biomedicine, and forensics. Different techniques including X-ray fluorescence, neutron activation, and absorption or emission spectroscopy are discussed in separate chapters. The book presents several specific examples such as tracing elements in the atmosphere, bone mineralization, and analysis of automobile paint chips. In addition, there are detailed chapters on energy dispersion instruments for displaying and interpreting data. The book also delves into various aspects of X-ray diffraction, shock wave compression, electron spectroscopy, lattice parameter measurements, and spectrometers, each in its own dedicated chapter.

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3."Advances in the Crystallographic and Microstructural Analysis of Charge Density Wave Modulated Crystals" by F W Boswell and J Craig Bennett
“Advances in the Crystallographic and Microstructural Analysis of Charge Density Wave Modulated Crystals” Book Review: This book provides essential information on modulated crystals, their crystallography, and microstructure. It covers all the fundamental aspects necessary to understand the physical properties and phase transitions associated with these materials. In addition to crystallographic descriptions, it also explains the experimental methods used for structural and microstructural analysis of modulated crystals. The book comprises chapters on charge density wave modulations and detailed analysis of prototypical systems, as well as practical applications of the methods. It also provides significant detail on Scanning Tunnelling Microscopy. With numerous illustrations and real-life case studies, this book is an excellent resource on the topics of charge density wave modulations and prototypical NbTe4 systems, crystallographic descriptions, and microstructural analysis.

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4."Advances in Coal Spectroscopy (Modern Analytical Chemistry)" by Henk Meuzelaar
“Advances in Coal Spectroscopy (Modern Analytical Chemistry)” Book Review: This book discusses various debated topics and provides answers to many scientific inquiries related to coal. It covers molecular weight distributions, degree of crosslinking, and the nature of organic sulfur, among other topics. The book includes detailed illustrations of the structural work involved in studying whole coal samples, as well as chapters dedicated to coal spectroscopy, which involves separating various maceral and mineral constituents. The main focus of the book is describing the structural and compositional features of coal at the molecular level, along with providing average statistical parameters necessary to study the subject. The book also highlights the integration of multiple advanced spectroscopic techniques.

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5."3rd International Multidisciplinary Microscopy and Microanalysis Congress" by Ahmet Yavuz Oral and Zehra Banu Bahsi Oral
“3rd International Multidisciplinary Microscopy and Microanalysis Congress” Book Review: This book focuses on the latest developments in the field of microscopy. It is beneficial for professionals in the biological, physical, and chemical sciences. It covers a range of topics, including instruments, dimensional scales, and techniques used in microscopy. Composed of technical papers authored by academic and research institutions from various countries, the book also discusses cutting-edge research areas.

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6."Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-ray Microanalysis" by Joseph Goldstein and Dale E Newbury
“Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-ray Microanalysis” Book Review: This book is designed for postgraduate students of electronics engineering who are interested in studying scanning electron microscopy and X-ray microanalysis. It covers both basic and advanced topics, beginning with an explanation of SEM and its modes of operation, and moving on to electron beam and image formation, interpretation, X-ray generation, spectral measurements, and X-ray and electron beam microanalysis. The book also includes chapters on specimen preparation, including non-conducting specimens and polymer materials, and provides techniques for eliminating charging. It contains many illustrations and real-life case studies to aid in understanding.

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7."Practical Scanning Electron Microscopy: Electron and Ion Microprobe Analysis" by Joseph Goldstein
“Practical Scanning Electron Microscopy: Electron and Ion Microprobe Analysis” Book Review: This book is helpful for researchers and professionals who use scanning electron microscopes that are complex to use. It contains many applications and methods of using electron microscopes in a practical manner. It also contains many illustrations as many scientists had learned to appreciate that information content in an image may be of more importance than the resolution. It includes a large depth of field. It explains how the range overlaps with the light microscope at the low end, and with the electron microscope at the high end.

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8."Advanced Computing in Electron Microscopy" by Earl J Kirkland
“Advanced Computing in Electron Microscopy” Book Review: This book covers advanced computing techniques in electron microscopy and may be challenging for beginners to comprehend. It discusses new topics such as aberration corrected instruments, scanning confocal mode of operations, Bloch wave eigenvalue methods, and parallel computing techniques. The book also provides associated programs that can be accessed on the corresponding website. It incorporates crucial information collected from various journals and conferences.

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9."Electron Microscopy and Analysis" by Peter J Goodhew and John Humphreys
“Electron Microscopy and Analysis” Book Review: The book comprises extensive introductory chapters that are beneficial for senior and graduate students studying introductory courses. It has been recently revised to encompass the physical and operational aspects of electron microscope analysis. The book is replete with numerous illustrations of electron microscopes and their applications. It compares electron microscopy with other advanced techniques employed to analyze crystalline and non-crystalline materials.

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10."Transmission Electron Microscopy: A Textbook for Materials Science" by David B Williams and C Barry Carter
“Transmission Electron Microscopy: A Textbook for Materials Science” Book Review: This book provides a solid foundation for seniors and first-year graduate students who have completed an introductory course in transmission electron microscopy. It offers comprehensive explanations of the fundamental concepts and applications of transmission electron microscopy, as well as practical guidelines for implementing these techniques in real-world situations. The book also establishes a strong theoretical basis for understanding the underlying principles.

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11."Electron Diffraction and Optical Diffraction Techniques: Practical Methods in Electron Microscopy v.1" by B E P Beeston
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12."Stereochemical Applications of Gas–Phase Electron Diffraction" by Hargittai
“Stereochemical Applications of Gas–Phase Electron Diffraction” Book Review: This book is a comprehensive guide on the use of gas-phase electron diffraction in stereochemical applications. The book covers topics such as the principles and methodology of gas-phase electron diffraction, the use of this technique in determining molecular structures, and its application in fields such as chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmaceuticals. With its detailed explanations and practical examples, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the stereochemical applications of gas-phase electron diffraction.

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13."Introduction to Analytical Electron Microscopy" by J J Hren and J I Goldstein
“Introduction to Analytical Electron Microscopy” Book Review: This textbook explains the origins of analytical electron microscopy (AEM) and attempts to utilize as many electron-matter interactions as possible while maintaining high-resolution imaging. As AEM is still a developing subject, this book provides fundamental knowledge to help readers follow up with the latest research. It also covers experimental methods such as Laue Photographs, Powder photographs, and Diffractometer Measurements in detail. This book is suitable for beginners interested in learning about AEM.

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14."Transmission Electron Microscopy of Metals" by Gareth Thomas
“Transmission Electron Microscopy of Metals” Book Review: The fundamental principles of transmission electron microscopy are elaborated in this book. It comprises of major sections on the transmission electron microscope, scattering and diffraction, as well as elastic scattering. It discusses inelastic scattering and beam damage, electron sources, pumps, and holders. The text is accompanied by vivid images and figures for easy comprehension. Detailed descriptions of equations and methods are provided. This book is an excellent resource for advanced physics students.

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2. X-Ray Diffraction and Electron Microscopy

 
1."Elements of X-ray Crystallography" by L C Azaroff
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2."Transmission Electron Microscopy of Materials" by G Thomas and M T Goringe
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3."Electron Microscopy of Materials: An Introduction" by M V Heimendahl
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4."Introduction to Microscopy by Means of Light, Electrons, X Rays, or Acoustics (Languages and Information Systems)" by Theodore G Rochow and Paul A Tucker
“Introduction to Microscopy by Means of Light, Electrons, X Rays, or Acoustics (Languages and Information Systems)” Book Review: The aim of this book is to address multiple aspects of microscopy, catering to students and scientists across various domains. It endeavors to establish a connection between emerging technologies of microscopy with the classic strategies. The book also discusses the concepts of light, electrons, x-rays, and acoustics as tools for microscopic technology, providing a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.

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5."Strain and Dislocation Gradients from Diffraction: Spatially-Resolved Local Structure and Defects" by Rozaliya Barabash and Gene Ice
“Strain and Dislocation Gradients from Diffraction: Spatially-Resolved Local Structure and Defects” Book Review: The main focus of this book is on strain and dislocation gradients with mesoscale resolution, and it is intended for scientists who are studying this topic. The book starts by categorizing defects based on their displacement fields and then goes on to discuss the impact of various dislocations on reciprocal space and diffraction patterns. It also covers recent technological advancements in microdiffraction techniques.

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6."Electron-Photon Interaction in Dense Media" by Helmut Wiedemann
“Electron-Photon Interaction in Dense Media” Book Review: The book covers the theoretical and experimental aspects of electron-photon interaction and is useful for both working engineers and graduate-level students. It examines the properties and production of radiation, with particular emphasis on the production of x-rays using channelling, transition, and parametric X-ray techniques. The book also covers radiation and X-ray pulses using sub-picosecond electron bunches and discusses the potential of micro-undulators for the future of X-ray technology.

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7."Electron Microscopy and X-ray Applications to Environmental and Occupational Health Analysis" by Philip A Russell and Alan E Hutchings
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8."X-Ray Diffraction: Structure, Principles and Applications (Materials Science and Technologies)" by Kaimin Shih
“X-Ray Diffraction: Structure, Principles and Applications (Materials Science and Technologies)” Book Review: This book provides an extensive coverage of X-ray diffraction, catering to both researchers and scientists in the field. The contents of the book are organized into 11 chapters, covering various aspects of XRD. The single crystal XRD technique is studied in detail with a focus on coordination polymers. Special attention is given to Rietveld refinement analysis for different materials, including alloys, intermetallics, cements, and ceramics. The book also presents various applications of the XRD technique, such as structure determination using electron crystallography and quantification of residual stress.

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9."Time-resolved Diffraction (Oxford Series on Synchrotron Radiation)" by J R Helliwell and P M Rentzepis
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10."Industrial Applications of X-Ray Diffraction" by Frank Smith
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3. Advance X-Ray Analysis, Diffraction, Transmission Electron Microscopy

 
1."Advances in X-Ray Analysis" by Charles S Barrett
“Advances in X-Ray Analysis” Book Review: This book is designed for postgraduate students in electronic engineering and can also be utilized by professionals in the medical industry. It compiles research papers presented at the 35th Annual Conference on Applications of X-Ray Analysis and covers advances in data treatment and instrumentation. Topics include quantification without standards, fundamental parameters, imaging techniques, and total reflection. The book features numerous illustrations and real-life case studies.

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2."Advances in X-Ray Analysis: Volume 4 Proceedings of the Ninth Annual Conference on Application of X-Ray Analysis" by William M Mueller
“Advances in X-Ray Analysis: Volume 4 Proceedings of the Ninth Annual Conference on Application of X-Ray Analysis” Book Review: This book is written for the postgraduate students of electronics engineering. It is a compilation of research papers presented at the 35th Annual Conference on Applications of X-Ray Analysis. It covers a wide range of topics including analytical methods of X-ray in scientific investigations, instrumentation in dynamic X-rays, total reflection, and imaging techniques. The book is accompanied by numerous illustrations and real-life case studies to aid in the understanding of the concepts presented.

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3."Liquid Cell Electron Microscopy (Advances in Microscopy and Microanalysis)" by Frances M Ross
“Liquid Cell Electron Microscopy (Advances in Microscopy and Microanalysis)” Book Review: This book is aimed at postgraduate students of electronics engineering as well as working professionals in the medical industry. It provides an in-depth coverage of liquid cell electron microscopy, including examining liquids, electron beam effects, and experimental design. The book delves into both closed and open cell electron microscopy and resolution, and reviews the concepts of corrosion, batteries, and electrochemistry. With numerous illustrations and real-life case studies, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field.

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4."Propagation of Nonsinusoidal Electromagnetic Waves: Advances in Electronics and Electron Physics" by Henning F Harmuth
“Propagation of Nonsinusoidal Electromagnetic Waves: Advances in Electronics and Electron Physics” Book Review: This book is designed for postgraduate students of electronics engineering and can be useful to professionals in the medical industry. The book delves into the study of non-sinusoidal electromagnetic waves and its relation with electron physics. It covers the topics of nanocrystal growth and biomaterials, along with biomineralization and biological processes. The book also explores the concepts of fluid physics and beam-induced processing. The book is supplemented with many illustrations and real-life case studies.

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5."X-ray Microscopy: Instrumentation and Biological Applications" by Gwo-jen Jan and Ping-chin Cheng
“X-ray Microscopy: Instrumentation and Biological Applications” Book Review: This book is written for the postgraduate students of electronics engineering. The book covers topics such as specimen preparation and x-ray imaging, with a focus on hydrated biological materials. The challenges associated with processing poorly prepared specimens, such as air-dried materials, are presented. The book discusses x-ray imaging microscopy and x-ray photoelectron microscopy. It contains numerous illustrations and real-life case studies.

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6."X-Ray Microscopy and Spectromicroscopy: Status Report from the Fifth International Conference" by Jürgen Thieme and Günter Schmahl
“X-Ray Microscopy and Spectromicroscopy: Status Report from the Fifth International Conference” Book Review: This book is designed for postgraduate students of electronics engineering and can also be beneficial for professionals in the medical industry. It is a compilation of research papers presented at the International Conference of X-Ray Microscopy and Spectromicroscopy, covering various topics such as the advancement of new instruments and techniques in the field of X-rays. It delves into the realms of colloid physics, material sciences, and solid-state physics, and also touches upon soil sciences, nanometer scale, and surface sciences. The book is supplemented with numerous illustrations and real-life case studies.

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7."Magnetic Imaging with Transmission X-Ray Microscopy" by Thomas Schwarze
“Magnetic Imaging with Transmission X-Ray Microscopy” Book Review: The main target audience for this book is postgraduate students of electronics engineering, but it can also benefit working professionals in the medical industry. The book primarily focuses on the imaging of epitaxially grown magnetic materials and the jet-etcher technique used in their growth. It extensively covers LSMO samples in transmission and XMCD contrast, as well as crystalline MgO membranes and high-resolution magnetic microscopy. The book includes several illustrations and real-life case studies to aid in understanding.

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8."Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-Ray Microanalysis: A Text for Biologists, Materials Scientists, and Geologists" by Joseph Goldstein and Dale E Newbury
“Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-Ray Microanalysis: A Text for Biologists, Materials Scientists, and Geologists” Book Review: This book is designed for postgraduate students of electronics engineering and can also benefit working professionals in the medical industry. The book covers practical scanning electron microscopy (PSEM) and microanalysis of X-rays, including topics such as x-ray spectrometry, image formation, electron optics of the electron microscope, and energy-dispersive x-ray spectrometry. The book is rich in illustrations and includes numerous real-life case studies.

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9."X-ray Structure" by G H Stout and L H Jenson
“X-ray Structure” Book Review: The book covers various topics related to x-rays, such as their nature, the diffraction process, the internal geometry of crystals, and the selection and preparation of a crystal. It also explains the techniques for measuring raw x-ray data and reducing it to a usable form. The book discusses both traditional and novel methods for solving the phase problem, which is the principal difficulty in x-ray structure determination. It explains how to extract the most information from the data and how to evaluate its reliability, as well as sources of error in practice and interpretation.

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10."Application of X-Ray Diffraction Methods and Molecular Mechanics Simulations to Structure Determination" by Zakhia Moore
“Application of X-Ray Diffraction Methods and Molecular Mechanics Simulations to Structure Determination” Book Review: The book discusses the study of X-ray diffraction, fiber diffraction analyses, and their conjunction with molecular modeling, catering to the field of chemistry and suitable for bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. degree students. The topics covered include sampling, data acquisition, data treatment, and x-ray identification. The book presents the structure determination of Cellulose IIII by x-ray diffraction and computer modeling, demonstrating how x-rays can be a reliable tool in model building for weakly diffracting materials.

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11."Elements of X-ray Diffraction" by D Cullity
“Elements of X-ray Diffraction” Book Review: The focus of this book is on principles and methods related to X-ray diffraction, rather than metallurgy. It covers a range of topics, including X-rays, filters, crystal geometry, and diffraction. Additionally, the book provides a detailed overview of experimental methods such as Laue photography, powder photography, and diffractometer measurements. Its clear language and accessible explanations make it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the subject matter.

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12."X-Ray Imaging: Fundamentals, Industrial Techniques and Applications" by Harry E Martz and Clint M Logan
“X-Ray Imaging: Fundamentals, Industrial Techniques and Applications” Book Review: The target audience of this book includes radiation imaging practitioners from various fields. It extensively covers the rapid development and implementation of digital x-ray imaging systems. It discusses into the basic principles of x-ray imaging and covers equipment and system configurations. The book is enriched with full-color images that aid in clear spectrometry and provide numerous applications for better comprehension.

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13."Advanced X-Ray Techniques in Research and Industries (Stand Alone)" by A K Singh
“Advanced X-Ray Techniques in Research and Industries (Stand Alone)” Book Review: The target audience of this book includes neuroradiologists, radiologists, neuroscientists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, residents, and psychiatrists. The book provides a detailed explanation of topics such as the evolution of textures, texture mapping through scanning X-ray diffraction, and absorption tomography for three-dimensional measurements in bulk materials. It also covers the application of the Rietveld refinement technique and high-temperature X-ray diffraction in various materials. The book addresses geometrical aspects of X-ray diffractometers and their related applications.

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14."Fundamentals of the Physical Theory of Diffraction" by Pyotr Ya. Ufimtsev
“Fundamentals of the Physical Theory of Diffraction” Book Review: The book offers a comprehensive treatment of the Physical Theory of Diffraction, emphasizing the concept of elementary edge waves. It provides an extensive discussion on reflected and diffracted rays, as well as the areas surrounding caustics and foci. The book shows the equivalence between acoustic and electromagnetic diffracted waves, deriving analytical expressions and plotting numerical results to illustrate the physical structure of scattering objects in a total diffracted field. It also explains shadow radiation, which contains half of the total scattered power. The book includes examples of the diffraction of acoustic and electromagnetic waves at perfectly reflecting objects, and exercise sets to help readers apply the theory to solve scattering problems and understand diffraction phenomena.

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15."Magnetic Microscopy of Layered Structures (Springer Series in Surface Sciences)" by Wolfgang Kuch and Rudolf Schäfer
“Magnetic Microscopy of Layered Structures (Springer Series in Surface Sciences)” Book Review: This book is focused on the application of magnetic microscopy, which enables the analysis of layered structures with high resolution. It encompasses the latest developments in this field, and each chapter begins with an introduction and then delves into principles, techniques, and guidance, accompanied by selected examples. Scientists and practitioners alike can benefit from the insights and information provided in this book.

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