Academia & Research
Spectroscopy helps researchers, scientists and educators see the world differently. Our compact spectrometers overcome traditional instrument limitations, lowering barriers to exploration, encouraging experimentation, and affirming results.
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Miniature Spectrometers Come of Age
Ocean Optics emerged as a beacon of innovation and adaptability in the realm of compact spectroscopy. Ocean Optics is a fusion of inspiration and ingenuity, marked by the groundbreaking debut of the “world’s first miniature spectrometer.” It represents a pivotal moment that reshaped the landscape of spectroscopy, introducing a fresh perspective and innovative applications that continue to resonate in contemporary educational settings.
In this whitepaper, we trace the evolution of compact spectrometers from intriguing curiosities to the powerful, adaptable and versatile instruments of today.
| Spectrometers to Promote Experimentation and Discovery | |||||
| Biofluid Kits | Color Kits | OES Kits | |||
| Key features: | Options for strong UV response, baseline stability and high resolution | Options for broad spectral coverage, solid samples and emissive sources | Options for low-power emissions, broad spectral coverage and high resolution | ||
| Example techniques: | Absorbance | Reflection, Irradiance | Irradiance, Fluorescence | ||
| Example academia and research applications: | Biofluids analysis, protein concentration | Color of finished goods and emissive sources like LEDs | Fluorescence of chemical compounds, identification of plasma emission lines | ||
