Which compound microscope is best? Anybody who is into science has probably thought about getting a microscope. But with so many different types available, it can be overwhelming to decide on the ...

A microscope that cost less than £50 and took under 3 hours to build using a common 3D printer could be transformative for ...

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Antoni van Leeuwenhoek had what some might consider an unusual hobby for a Dutch cloth merchant in the 17th century: making simple but exquisite microscopes. His hometown of Delft in the Netherlands ...

A team of researchers has discovered that the superabsorbent chemical used in disposable diapers can expand brain structures to four and a half times their original size. Referred to as “expansion ...

Assistant Professor of Chemistry Andrew Kennedy has a microscope in his Dana Chemistry office that he cherishes but never uses. It’s a gold-plated Bausch and Lomb compound microscope once owned by his ...

Buying one of the best microscopes for kids is a great way to introduce young learners to the world of scientific discovery — these models are our top picks. When you purchase through links on our ...

From the classroom to your home lab, these student microscopes offer sharp detail, easy use and great value for budding scientists. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...

Let us consider a simple question for the moment: why does a modern commercial microscope body still look the same as a microscope body from a few hundred years ago? Apart from the fact that the ...