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Raman spectroscopy has proven to be a versatile and valuable analytical tool, with applications ranging from material science and biophysics to pharmaceuticals and forensics. Its ability to provide molecular-level insights into a sample`s composition and structure, along with its non-destructive nature, make it an increasingly popular choice for scientists and researchers across diverse fields.
Compared to other measurement techniques, Raman spectroscopy offers several significant advantages:
Raman spectroscopy is a completely non-destructive technique because it doesn’t involve touch, doesn’t harm the sample, and doesn’t need any sample preparation. Hence, samples like historical pigments or crucial forensic evidence can be examined, and if necessary, the sample can be saved for later examination using different methods.
In-depth chemical and molecular analysisRaman spectroscopy can characterize material in great detail by detecting individual chemical bond vibrations. As a result, a Raman spectrum provides a wealth of information about the chemical structure of the substance being examined. With the aid of vast Raman spectrum databases, it is feasible to quickly identify new compounds and analyze a material’s composition in its entirety.
No sample preparationRaman analysis can be performed on ‘as received’ samples with no preparation, in contrast to many analytical procedures that necessitate sample preparation (such as dissolving, grinding, glass formation, or pressing) to get findings.
SpeedA high-quality spectrum may usually be obtained using Raman spectroscopy in seconds. Sample throughput is high since no sample preparation is necessary
Information about crystallinity, polymorphism and phaseRaman spectroscopy examines subtler chemical processes such as crystallinity, polymorphism, phase, intrinsic stress/strain, protein folding, and hydrogen bonding, in addition to broad material identification and characterization.
Confocal analysisIt can be used in a Raman microscope to provide Full 3D spatial resolution, enabling the examination of a distinct volume in a clear material.
Microscopic spatial resolutionRaman spectroscopy provides the analyst with high-sensitivity microscopic examination with sub-micron spatial resolutions when carried out using a confocal Raman microscope. As a result, precise areas of a sample and individual grains and particles can be examined.
Suitable for in situ, in vitro and in vivo analysisDue to non-invasiveness, it can be used for in situ measurements. Moreover, Raman spectroscopy can be utilized for both in vitro and in vivo analyses since it is water-tolerant.