The infrared beamline of the ALBA Synchrotron, MIRAS, is analysing archaeological samples of two skeletons buried in a medieval church in the area of old Herzegovina. The aim of the experiment is to understand the disorders of bones. These data can provide useful information about the influence of the environment and living conditions at the middle ages at this Mediterranean area.
MIRAS, devoted to infrared spectroscopy and microscopy, is the 8th operating beamline at the facility. Researchers from the Institute of Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (IQAC-CSIC) have used infrared light for analysing the penetration and distribution of different of lipid systems to target different skin layers. The results of this study will contribute to improve the treatment of skin disorders and could have applicability in the dermatological and cosmetic fields.
MIRAS, the 8th ALBA beamline – devoted to infrared microspectroscopy - has started its commissioning getting the first synchrotron light outside the accelerators' tunnel. Now, MIRAS is available in our machine status digital signage system. The first official experiments will start in November 2016 at the latest.
