1. Insights into surface microstructural engineering of Inconel 625 for enhanced oxygen evolution reaction performanceLuka Suhadolnik, Črtomir Donik, Blaž Tomc, Mejrema Nuhanović, Martin Šala, Marjan Bele, Matjaž Finšgar, Andraž Mavrič, Iztok Arčon, Matjaž Godec, Nejc Hodnik, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Ključne besede: electrocatalysis, compositionally complex materials, commercial nickel alloys, oxygen evolution reaction, scanning electron microscopy, IL-SEM
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2. Workflow and practical guidance for identical location scanning electron microscopy: reliable tracking of localized transformationsBlaž Tomc, Marjan Bele, Ana Rebeka Kamšek, Milena Martins, Aleš Marsel, Miha Hotko, Stefan Popović, Gregor Kapun, Črtomir Donik, Mitja Kostelec, Matjaž Godec, Nejc Hodnik, Luka Suhadolnik, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: Understanding material transformations at the nano- and microscale is essential for advancing electrocatalysis, energy storage, and other applications. Conventional SEM imaging, which captures random locations before and after treatment, struggles to distinguish real transformations from inherent sample heterogeneity. Identical Location SEM (IL-SEM) overcomes this by enabling re-imaging of the exact same region, offering clear evidence of localized changes in morphology, structure, and composition. Despite its simplicity and wide applicability, IL-SEM remains underutilized. This article presents a detailed, practical guide to implementing IL-SEM reliably, including sample alignment, multiscale imaging, and consistent re-localization. Key methodological tips and solutions to common challenges are provided, making the approach accessible even for non-expert users. To showcase its versatility, we present case studies involving electrocatalysts, alloys, and nanostructured materials. Moreover, by integrating IL-SEM with energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) and electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD), we demonstrate how compositional and crystallographic evolution can be tracked alongside morphological changes. This optimized workflow offers a powerful, non-destructive method for visualizing dynamic material behavior and provides a foundation for IL-SEM to become a standard technique for studying structural evolution across diverse materials research fields.
Ključne besede: electrocatalysis, identical location electron microscopy, IL-SEM, materials characterization, scanning electron microscopy, surface analysis
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3. Grain-resolved mapping of oxygen evolution activation on a Ni-superalloyČrtomir Donik, Luka Suhadolnik, Blaž Tomc, Anton Voronkin, Jon Ustarroz, Marjan Bele, Matjaž Godec, Nejc Hodnik, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: We report the first grain-resolved mapping of oxygen evolution reaction (OER) activation on a Ni-based superalloy using identicallocation EBSD, complemented by IL-SEM, IL-EDS, and SECCM. NiFe (oxy)hydroxide film formation and OER activity are strongly influenced by grain size and orientation, with (111)-oriented and smaller grains showing the highest activity. These findings reveal pronounced microstructure heterogeneity and establish IL-EBSD as a powerful tool for guiding the design of advanced electrocatalysts.
Ključne besede: Ni-superalloy, IL-SEM, IL-EDS, SECCM
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5. Shooting activities as the potential influence on the environment at the Pokljuka biathlon center, SloveniaValentina Pezdir, Mateja Gosar, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: Biathlon activities can have negative effects on the environment due to the processes occurring during shooting, as the biathlon ammunition contains significant amounts of Pb, Cu and Sb. To determine these effects, we looked into the presence of lead-bearing particles in the vicinity of a shooting range in Rudno polje, Pokljuka, in Slovenia. Particles were collected from snow and later analysed using SEM/EDS, where we focused on the lead-bearing particles. These particles are composed of mainly lead or lead oxides/hydroxides with trace presence of Cu and Sb, both of which are commonly related to ammunition used in biathlon shooting and other shooting activities. To confirm that the particles originated from shooting, we compared them with particles taken from an indoor shooting range as dust and residue in ammunition casings. Lead-bearing particles show morphological changes that are caused by high temperatures and pressures during the shooting process.
Ključne besede: atmospheric particles, ammunition residue, SEM/EDS
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6. Tailoring the mechanical properties of PBF-LB/M Inconel 718 through post-processing: hip and heat treatmentsČrtomir Donik, Irena Paulin, Bojan Podgornik, Borut Žužek, Federico Uriati, Katrin Wudy, Matjaž Godec, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Ključne besede: PBF-LB/M, IN718, SEM, post-processing-heat treatment, mechanical properties
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7. Površinska kemija naravnih oksidnih plasti na uporabljenih in novih vzorcih stegneničnih komponent endoproteze kolka iz Ti-6Al-7Nb zlitine : diplomsko deloMatic Petrič, 2023, diplomsko delo Ključne besede: kolčne endoproteze, aseptično omajanje, periprostetična okužba, titanov oksid, polimeri, titanove zlitine, XPS, SEM, EBSD, diplomsko delo
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8. Optimizing weld quality in dissimilar stainless steel joints for industrial applicationsD. Selvamuthukumaran, V. C. Uvaraja, 2025, izvirni znanstveni članek Ključne besede: dissimilar stainless steel, cold metal transfer (CMT) welding, Taguchi L9 optimization, TOPSIS, ultimate tensile strength (UTS), microhardness (HV0.5), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDXS)
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9. Preliminary experiments into colonization of microorganisms from activated sludge on different types of plasticsTjaša Matjašič, Tanja Dreo, Zoran Samardžija, Oliver Bajt, Tjaša Kanduč, Tatjana Simčič, Nataša Mori, 2020, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: The presence of plastics in the environment is currently one of the most pressing global environmental problems. Microorganisms start to form biofilms on plastic surfaces when they first come in contact with the biosphere; however, these interactions and processes are little understood, especially in freshwaters. This study aimed to better understand the colonization process of microorganisms from activated sludge on plastic materials exhibiting different surface characteristics. We inoculated synthetic fabric (PET), water bottles (PET), and plastic bags for packing vegetables and fruits (HDPE) with microorganisms from activated sludge. Mixtures of plastics and activated sludge, as well as the control, were incubated at 22-24°C in Bushnell Haas (BH) liquid medium and shaken at 120 rpm for two months. The mixtures were sub-sampled weekly and seeded into fresh BH medium with test plastic materials to avoid feeding microorganisms on dead biomass. The colonization was followed by measuring optical density (OD600) of liquid medium, by measurements of isotopic composition of carbon (δ13C) in untreated and treated plastic materials and, with in-specting the plastics surface with scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Overall, the study confirmed differences between colonizing microorganisms on different plastic material when comparing SEM micrographs of materials from the flasks inoculated with activated sludge. The texture of the HDPE bag changed during the experiment in both, control and inoculated flasks, but it is not clear whether the observed changes were due to abiotic or biotic factors. We concluded that microorganisms from activated sludge are capable of colonizing both PET and HDPE materials, and biofilm formation is most probably influenced by the chemical composition of plastics and their surface characteristics.
Ključne besede: biofilm, plastics, SEM, isotopic composition of carbon, co-cultivation, UV sterilization
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10. Microscopy of crustacean cuticle : formation of a flexible extracellular matrix in moulting sea slaters Ligia pallasiiJasna Štrus, Magda Tušek-Žnidarič, Urška Repnik, Andrej Blejec, Adam P. Summers, 2019, izvirni znanstveni članek Povzetek: Structural and functional properties of exoskeleton in moulting sea slaters Ligia pallasii from the Eastern Pacific coast were investigated with CT scanning and electron microscopy. Ultrastructure of preecdysial and postecdysial cuticular layers was described in premoult, intramoult and postmoult animals. Cuticle is a flexible extracellular matrix connected to the epidermal cells through pore channels. During premoult epicuticle and exocuticle are formed and during intramoult and postmoult endocuticular lamellae are deposited and the cuticle is progressively constructed by thickening and mineralization. Cuticle permeability, flexibility and waterproofing capacity change accordingly. Elaboration of epicuticular scales connected to an extensive network of nanotubules, establish its anti-adhesive and hydrophobic properties. Labelling with gold conjugated WGA lectins on Tokuyashu thawed cryosections exposes differences in chitin content between exocuticle and endocuticle. Histochemical staining of cuticle shows presence of acidic carbohydrates/glycoconjugates and lipoproteins in epicuticular layer. Chitin microfibrils are formed at the microvillar border of epidermal cells with abundant Golgi apparatus and secretory vesicles. Numerous spherules associated with nanotubules were observed in the ecdysial space in intramoult animals. The mineral component of the cuticle as visualized with CT scanning indicates progressive mineral resorption from the posterior to the anterior half of the body in premoult animals, its translocation from the anterior to posterior part during intramoult and its progressive deposition in the posterior and anterior exoskeleton during postmoult. Cuticle of sea slaters is a unique biocomposite and biodynamic material constantly reconstructed during frequent moults, and adapted to specific physical and biotic conditions of the high intertidal rocky zone.
Ključne besede: cuticle ultrastructure, micro CT scanning, moult cycle, SEM, TEM, terrestrial isopods
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