NSOM has a wide range of applications in different fields due to its high resolution and ability to provide both optical and topographical information. Some of the notable applications include:
Material Science: Analyzing the optical properties of nanomaterials and thin films. Biological Imaging: Studying the optical characteristics of biological samples such as cells and tissues. Semiconductor Industry: Inspecting microelectronic circuits and nanostructures. Photonic Devices: Investigating light-matter interactions in photonic structures.