Electron Microscopy and Sample Preparation Global Market Report 2024

The electron microscopy and sample preparation market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $2.72 billion in 2023 to $3 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth in the historical period can be ascribed to advancements in scientific research, research within the life sciences, medical diagnostics, investments in academic and research initiatives, and the expansion of nanotechnology.

The electron microscopy and sample preparation market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.41 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be linked to an increasing demand in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, a surge in research funding, advancements in digital pathology and histology, a focus on environmental and energy studies, and expanding biomedical applications. Noteworthy trends in the forecast period encompass cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), correlative microscopy, in situ sample preparation, 3D visualization techniques, and the development of miniaturized and portable systems.

The anticipated growth of the electron microscopy and sample preparation market is expected to be driven by the increasing incidences of chronic diseases. Chronic diseases, lasting three months or more, can be diagnosed and studied through electron microscopy and sample preparation, aiding in the identification and understanding of various chronic conditions. As an example, data from the National Library of Medicine in January 2023 projected a 99.5% increase in the number of people aged 50 and older with at least one chronic condition in the US, from 71.522 million in 2020 to 142.66 million by 2050. Thus, the growth of chronic diseases contributes to the expansion of the electron microscopy and sample preparation market.

The growing number of hospitals is expected to contribute to the growth of the electron microscopy and sample preparation market. Hospitals, as comprehensive healthcare facilities, are essential in providing medical services, including diagnosis, treatment, surgery, and emergency care. In hospitals, electron microscopy and sample preparation play a crucial role in enhancing diagnostics and research by offering high-resolution imaging for detailed examinations of cellular structures, pathogens, and tissues. This, in turn, improves precision in medical diagnosis and the development of therapeutic solutions. For instance, as of May 2023, the American Health Care Association reported 6,129 hospitals in the United States, reflecting a 0.591% increase from the previous year's count of 6,093 hospitals. Therefore, the rising number of hospitals contributes to the growth of the electron microscopy and sample preparation market.

Technological advancements represent a prominent trend gaining traction in the electron microscopy and sample preparation markets. Key players in these markets are actively embracing cutting-edge technologies to maintain their competitive positions. A notable example is JEOL Ltd., a Japan-based scientific equipment producer, which, in January 2022, introduced the JSM-IT510, its latest Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). Featuring JEOL intelligent technology, the IT510 offers built-in automation for versatile analytical SEM applications, allowing smooth transitions between optical and SEM imaging, live EDS and 3D analysis, and automated functions from alignment to focus, resulting in sharp and clear images.

Leading companies in the electron microscopy and sample preparation market are emphasizing the introduction of advanced comprehensive systems, such as the Leica Nano workflow, to gain a strategic advantage. The Leica Nano workflow is an integrated system that seamlessly combines state-of-the-art electron microscopy and sample preparation technologies, providing an efficient solution for high-resolution imaging and nanoscale-level analysis. An illustration is Leica Microsystems GmbH, a Germany-based microscope manufacturer, launching the Leica Nano workflow in June 2021. This system integrates high-contrast live cell imaging with EM sample preparation, utilizing a semi-automated, three-step process that enhances reproducibility, simplifies the integration of light and electron microscopy, and reduces the time between functional live-cell imaging and cryo.

In September 2021, Oxford Instruments PLC, a UK-based manufacturer specializing in high-tech goods and services for research and industry, acquired WITec GmbH for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move broadens Oxford's portfolio by incorporating Raman microscopy, a powerful technology widely used in academia and industry for fundamental research, applied R&D, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC). WITec GmbH, based in Germany, is a manufacturer of scanning probes and high-resolution optical microscopy equipment.

Major companies operating in the electron microscopy and sample preparation market report are Nikon Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Danaher Corporation, Olympus Corporation, Hitachi High-Tech Corporation, Bruker Corporation, Horiba Ltd., JEOL Ltd., Leica Microsystems, Oxford Instruments PLC, FEI Company, Gatan Inc., Ted Pella Inc., Tescan, Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH, Quorum Technologies, Media Cybernetics, Denton Vacuum, Agar Scientific Ltd., Delong America Inc., Microscopy Innovations LLC, Microptik BV, Vironova AB, NanoImaging Services, Eurofins Scientific, Quartz Imaging Corp., Staib Instruments Inc.

North America was the largest region in the electron microscopy and sample preparation market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the electron microscopy and sample preparation market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the electron microscopy and sample preparation market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary offerings in the field of electron microscopy and sample preparation encompass microscopes, software, and other related products. Microscopy is the scientific method of observing samples and objects through a microscope, revealing details not perceptible to the naked eye. These tools find applications across various domains, including semiconductors, life sciences, material sciences, and others. The end-users of electron microscopy and sample preparation products span industries, academic and research institutes, and other relevant sectors.

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The electron microscopy and sample preparation market consist of revenues earned by entities by providing imaging software, image analysis, specimen preparation, and customized solutions. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The electron microscopy and sample preparation market also include sales of field emission scanning electron microscope (FE-SEM), and reflection electron microscope (REM). Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.