Elektronitomografia

Elektronitomografia is a scientific imaging technique used to visualize the internal structure of materials or biological samples. It combines principles of electron microscopy with tomographic reconstruction methods. In essence, multiple two-dimensional images are acquired from different angles of a sample using an electron beam. These projections are then computationally processed to generate a three-dimensional model of the sample's interior.

The technique relies on the interaction of the electron beam with the sample, which can lead to scattering of electrons. By analyzing the transmitted or scattered electrons at various angles, information about the density and composition of different regions within the sample can be obtained. This allows for the creation of high-resolution 3D maps that reveal intricate details not visible with conventional imaging methods.

Elektronitomografia is particularly valuable in fields such as materials science and structural biology. In materials science, it can be used to study the microstructural defects, grain boundaries, and phase distributions within solid materials. For biological research, it enables the visualization of cellular organelles, macromolecular complexes, and viral structures in their native context with remarkable detail. The resolution achievable with elektronitomografia can be on the nanometer scale, offering insights into nanoscale organization and function.