QGIS and Microanalysis: Combining Multiple Software Packages to Provide a Spatial Record

Microscopy Today 2026

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Authors: Ben Buse
DOI: 10.1093/mictod/qaag003
Cited by: 0
References: 3

Abstract

Abstract QGIS is a well-established free open-source geographical information system that provides the ability to combine microscopic and analytical information from multiple software platforms on a microscope. Here information is combined from multiple software platforms on a scanning electron microscope and separately on an electron microprobe. To ease the integration of electron microscope data into QGIS, python scripts are used to extract the spatial information for the images and provide it to QGIS, avoiding the need for manual image registration. As shown by examples, QGIS provides a platform for the analyst to document their analysis with extensive features.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Electron Microscopy Techniques and Applications Electron and X-Ray Spectroscopy Techniques Advanced Materials Characterization Techniques

Publication details

Journal / source
Microscopy Today
Volume
34
Issue
1
Pages
28–33
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN