I. Continuum Infrared Microscope at NSLS-II: BIC project update
The BioImaging Core (BIC) of the NSLS-II/CBMS is rebuilding a Nicolet Continuum Infrared Microscope that was routinely used for Environmental Sciences at the original NSLS. BIC is collaborating with the 22-IR lead beamline scientist and team to integrate the IR microscope into the 22-IR photon delivery system. Replacing the glowbar source with synchrotron IR light significantly improves the spatial resolution and speed of the Continuum Infrared Microscope. One phase of the refurbishment project involved the vendor replacing the spectrometer unit, and this work has been completed. Another phase of the project that is currently underway is contracting with the vendor to reverse the handedness of the system so that it can be easily integrated into 22-IR. This procurement is now funded and underway, and the work should be completed in the coming months. Stay tuned for opportunities to get involved with early commissioning activities.

II. New large-field-of-view XRF Imaging Station
The BioImaging Core (BIC) is also responsible for a new X-ray Fluorescence Imaging station that covers a broad range of energies (5 source targets) for sensitivity to both light (eg P) and heavy elements (eg U) with spatial resolutions ranging from 5 to 15 microns. Please reach out to Dr. Tiffany Victor ([email protected]) about opportunities to get involved with commissioning activities.