> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://management.apcresearch.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://management.apcresearch.org/resources/lab.md).

# Laboratory practices, operational procedures, and ethics

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## Laboratory practices

### Lab equipment SOPs

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[DXR3xi ThermoFisher Scientific Raman Spectroscopy - SOP](/resources/lab/raman/sop.md)
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## Writing

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## SEM reservation sheet at Prasmul

It is mandatory to attach this `.docx` sheet before sending SEM samples to Prasmul. Add the proper expected image and references as well, so the operator will be able to find the perfect spot for your paper.

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## Software and tutorials

### Drawing a good figure

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Graphical Excellence, *J. Phys. Chem. Lett.* 2014, 5, 12, 2118–2120
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### Profex for X-ray diffraction Rietveld/LeBail fitting

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If you use Profex for XRD fitting, you are requested to cite the following paper in the Experimental section:\
<https://doi.org/10.1107/S1600576715014685>
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Profex software package for Rietveld/ LeBail fitting in pXRD
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How to use Profex
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### FullProf for XRD Rietveld refinement

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### CasXPS for XPS analysis

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