LA-iMageS
LA-iMageS generates two-dimensional and three-dimensional elemental distribution images from Laser Ablation Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) and ICP-MS spectral data for spatially resolved quantitative elemental analysis.
Key Features:
- Elemental Distribution Imaging: Visualizes the spatial distribution of elements within samples, supporting analysis at micro- and nano-scale resolution.
- 2D/3D Image Generation: Produces both two-dimensional and three-dimensional elemental maps for dimensional interpretation of compositional data.
- ICP-MS Spectra Processing: Processes ICP-MS spectra, including LA-ICP-MS data, to extract quantitative elemental signals used in image construction.
Scientific Applications:
- Biological Research: Maps elemental distributions in tissues and cells to study mineralization, trace element homeostasis, and toxicology.
- Materials Science: Characterizes spatial elemental heterogeneity in heterogeneous materials such as composites and geological samples.
Methodology:
Integrates and processes LA-ICP-MS (ICP-MS) spectral data to construct quantitative two-dimensional and three-dimensional elemental distribution images.
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Details
- License:
- GPL-3.0
- Maturity:
- Mature
- Cost:
- Free of charge
- Tool Type:
- desktop application
- Operating Systems:
- Linux, Windows, Mac
- Programming Languages:
- Java
- Added:
- 8/26/2016
- Last Updated:
- 6/16/2020
Operations
Publications
de S. Pessôa G, Capelo-Martínez JL, Fdez-Riverola F, López-Fernández H, Glez-Peña D, Reboiro-Jato M, Arruda MAZ. Laser ablation and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry focusing on bioimaging from elemental distribution using MatLab software: a practical guide. Journal of Analytical Atomic Spectrometry. 2016;31(4):832-840. doi:10.1039/c5ja00451a.