Electron Microscope Sample Preparation Market Analysis

Electron Microscope Sample Preparation Market Analysis

The SEM segment, comprising conventional and benchtop, in the electron microscope sample preparation industry is estimated to expand at over 6% CAGR from 2023-2032. The growth can be attributed to the diverse variety of applications in research activities, such as 3D imaging for morphological, topographical, and compositional analysis of specimens. The extensive deployment of scanning electron microscopes in molecular chemistry and material science will also stimulate the overall market progress.

The ion milling segment accounted for substantial revenue share of the electron microscope sample preparation market in 2022 and is estimated to reach USD 217 million by 2032. The rising demand for finer resolutions and greater precision in research purposes has surged the adoption of electron microscopes in ion milling. The surging need for accurate insights in complex structures across industries will also lead to considerable market expansion.

Electron microscope sample preparation market from the life sciences segment reached more than USD 146 million in 2022 and is poised to record substantial growth through 2032 owing to increasing application for identification of bacterial cells due to its characteristics and morphology. Moreover, the growing R&D investments led by numerous industry players to introduce improvements and advanced automated microscopy technologies in sample preparation equipment will propel the segment growth. For instance, in June 2023, ZEISS launched Volutome, the in-chamber ultramicrotome for ZEISS field-emitted scanning electron microscope to study the ultrastructure of biological, resin-embedded materials in 3D in life sciences.

North America held sizable share of the electron microscope sample preparation market in 2022 and is expected to reach over USD 386 million by 2032. The growth can be attributed to the strong emphasis on advanced research, technological innovation, and industrial applications in the region. Moreover, the rising government investments in R&D activities coupled with the robust ecosystem of research and technological companies will contribute to the market growth. For instance, in July 2023, JEOL unveiled two new scanning electron microscopes with highly advanced automation and intelligent technologies for easy usage, high-resolution imaging, and analysis at M&M 2023 in Minneapolis.