ArGSLab

ArGSLab (Arrested and Gelated Structures Laboratory) is a MATLAB software package to quantify mesoscopic network structures in colloidal samples. It bridges the gap between microscopy and particle-based simulations by providing a unified framework for analyzing data from both sources. The software extracts a network backbone from the input data; either image stacks from microscopy or explicit coordinate data from simulations. This backbone is then transformed into nodes and links, enabling graph theory-based analysis of the mesoscopic structure. By directly comparing experimental and simulated data, ArGSLab facilitates a deeper understanding of the complex structural properties of colloidal gels and aggregates across multiple length scales. The software package is handy for analyzing microscopy data where traditional methods may face challenges, making it a valuable tool for researchers studying colloidal systems.