Oxford Instruments opened its first Nanotechnology lab for atomic force microscopy located at its India headquarters in Mumbai. It adds to the company's range of industrial analysis tools available for demonstration. This lab is an initiative to offer its customers high quality products and services, and provide the same high standard of service to Indian researchers.

Asylum Research is known for their technology leadership in AFM, ranging from the affordable MFP-3D Origin AFM to the most advanced Cypher ES, the highest resolution fast scanning AFM that also features full environmental control.

The AFM Lab in India is equipped with the MFP-3D Classic and the MFP-3D Origin for demonstration. The MFP-3D Origin, the most affordable member, offers high performance equal to the MFP-3D Classic and an impressive selection of options and operating modes. It also offers full upgrade potential. The MFP-3D Classic offers maximum versatility with the widest range of accessories for nano-mechanical, and nano-electrical characterisation, and powerful environmental control capabilities.

The AFM lab is staffed by a dedicated business manager, Mr Manju Kumar, and AFM applications scientist, Mr Kishore Kumar.