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Yes, I remember you telling me about Miconaut. It sounds like an impactful program. Having expensive equipment for making thin sections is convenient, but not necessary. People have been making thin sections by hand since the mid-1800's. It is within reach for the motivated student and of course, an...

PeteM, I just realized that we may have crossed paths before. Are you the fellow that does microscopy outreach for young students in California? If so, thank you for what you do! I'm happy to describe the thin section process as I've learned to do it. And of course, I'd be happy to learn from others...

Hi PeteM. Thanks for asking. I do make thin sections. I have a thin-section saw and grinder. It is fun to collect a rock, prepare it, and finally explore it through a microscope.

Hi,
My name is Rob, and I use polarizing microscopes to look at rock thin-sections. I don't know much about "Microbes" but I enjoy reading about a wide variety of microscope topics here. I figured it was time to introduce myself and say hello.
Rob