Quantitative x-ray differential-interference-contrast microscopy with independently adjustable bias and shear
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We present a quantitative x-ray phase imaging method that can be readily implemented on existing x-ray microscopy facilities. This technique utilizes Fresnel zone plates both as imaging optical elements for magnification and as second-order grating structures for phase-shifting interferometry. By making high-resolution quantitative x-ray phase information widely available, we expect this work to have significant impact on nanoscale biological and material studies.
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تاریخ انتشار 2011