Case Studies & Publications

The following selection includes case studies and scientific publications. New content is added to the site on an ongoing basis.

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Q-Sens Heat Flux Sensors | Case study with Sensip-dx

From 48 hours to 15 minutes: Sensip-dx has discovered the decisive factor: Q-Sens, the ultra-thin differential heat flow sensor from Meerstetter Engineering.

Heat Flux Sensor Thin‑film sensor Real‑time microbial detection Imprinted polymer

PCR Thermal Cycler with Cascade Control | Case Study with Dynex Technologies

A PCR thermal cycler uses cascaded PID control and temperature estimation to regulate the liquid temperature up to 20× more precisely – using a TEC controller from Meerstetter.

PCR Cascaded PID control Thermal cycler TEC Controller

Online laser analysis of proteins | Temperature stabilization with Meerstetter

To ensure precise measurement conditions in laser-based online protein analysis, the sample cell was kept at a constant temperature of 20 °C using a TEC controller from Meerstetter.

TEC Controller Crystal structure Crystals Hydrogen Isotopes Molecules Phase Transitions

VCD spectroscopy with lasers | Temperature control with Meerstetter

To ensure stable measurement conditions, the instrument housing was kept at a stable temperature using a Peltier assembly with a precise Meerstetter PID controller.

TEC Controller Mid-infrared laser spectroscopy Clumped methane isotopes Quantum cascade laser absorption High precision isotope measurement

Optical extinction in SiN | Temperature control with Meerstetter

In this Nanolett study on voltage-dependent optical extinction in LPCVD silicon nitride, a PID controller from Meerstetter was used to maintain a stable temperature in the cm-sized vacuum instrument – essential for high-precision photothermal sensor technology under high vacuum.

TEC Controller Absorption Extinction Nanomechanics Nanophotonics Optics Photonics

CO₂ reduction on copper | Temperature control with Meerstetter TEC Controller TEC-1161

A Meerstetter TEC-1161 was used for precise surface heating in CO₂ electrolysis experiments – controlled via TEC service software for stable reaction conditions.

TEC Controller Activation Energy Chemical Reactions Electrochemical Reduction Electrodes Electrolytes

Thermodynamics of protein palmitoylation | Temperature control with Meerstetter

In this JPCB study, Peltier heating elements (TEC3-2.5, Thorlabs) were each controlled by separate Meerstetter Engineering TEC controllers — for high-precision temperature control in studies of S-palmitoylation and protein-protein interactions.

TEC Controller Diffusion Membranes Monomers Oligomers Peptides and Proteins

DRG neuron toolkit developed | Temperature control with Meerstetter TEC Controller TEC-1089

In this study to characterize sensory DRG neurons, a Meerstetter TEC controller (model TEC-1089/PT1000) was used in combination with an RTD thermistor to ensure precise temperature stimuli on the skin (5–55 °C) with defined and stable control using a Peltier element.

TEC Controller DRG genetic toolkit Transcriptomic phenotyping Morphological & functional diversity Sensory modality tuning

Protein concentration effects using EC-QCL spectroscopy | Temperature control with Meerstetter

In the analysis of temperature-dependent protein forms using laser-based mid-IR spectroscopy (EC-QCL), a Meerstetter TEC controller was used to stabilize the sample cell at a constant ±0.001 °C (~20 °C).

TEC Controller Carbohydrates Infrared Light Infrared Spectroscopy Protein Structure Transition Temperature

Meerstetter TEC controller enables precise temperature control in PNAS study on brain cooling

For a publication in PNAS, researchers used TEC controllers from Meerstetter to precisely control the temperature of the air flow in an experiment on neural thermoregulation.

TEC Controller AFP nanoscopy Ice-binding pinning Recrystallization inhibition Single-molecule dynamics

Zero‑Degree CE‑ESI‑MS | Temperature regulation with Meerstetter TEC Controller TEC-1091

For zero-degree capillary electrophoresis coupled with ESI mass spectrometry, the Peltier cooling unit was precisely temperature-controlled using an OEM TEC-1091 controller from Meerstetter Engineering – for stable cooling at 0 °C during the analyses.

TEC Controller Genetics Hydrogen Isotopes Ions Liquid Chromatography Peptides and Proteins

CPR membrane bonding researched | Temperature control with Meerstetter

In this study on membrane insertion by CPR, Meerstetter TEC Controllers ensured precise temperature conditions for fluorescence-based single-molecule analyses.

TEC Controller SNI-induced neuronal states Single-cell transcriptomics Atf3-driven gene regulation Neuropathic pain dynamics

Spectrometer for methane leak detection | Laser Diode Drivers & TEC Controllers from Meerstetter

In the LeakLoQu project, Laser Diode Drivers and TEC Controllers from Meerstetter were used for temperature-stable laser control and signal processing in the portable methane spectrometer.

Laser Diode Driver TEC Controller Methane leak Laser spectrometer Methane spectrometer

Next-generation laser VCD | Temperature control with Meerstetter

In this study on vibrational circular dichroism using EC-QCL laser technology, the double transmission cell was temperature-stabilized using a Meerstetter TEC Controller – for extremely low noise and high precision in chiral-sensitive measurements.

TEC Controller Absorption Circular Dichroism Spectroscopy Lasers Light Thin Films

Water contact angle at variable temperatures | Temperature control with Meerstetter TEC Controller TEC-1091

In this Langmuir study on temperature-dependent measurement of the contact angle on Teflon AF1600, the sample base was precisely controlled to ±0.01°C using a Peltier element—controlled by a Meerstetter TEC-1091 temperature controller for exceptional stability.

TEC Controller Adsorption Equilibrium Evaporation Interfaces Liquids

AMICA aircraft spectrometer | Temperature control with Meerstetter

Airborne Spectrometer AMICA | Temperature Control with Meerstetter

The TEC Controllers (TEC-1089-SV and TEC-1122) from Meerstetter Engineering were used to actively control the temperature of the IR detectors in the AMICA MIR spectrometer, thereby ensuring stable measurement conditions on board the HALO research aircraft.

TEC Controller IR spectroscopy MIR spectrometer Airborne instrumentation Optical sensing HALO research aircraft

Microbubble stripping at 60 °C | Temperature control with Meerstetter TEC Controller TEC-1090

A TEC-1090-HV controller from Meerstetter was used to precisely set the liquid temperature to 60 °C in a stripping process – including 1 Hz logging and current limitation for stable thermophilic conditions.

TEC Controller Bubbles Ethanol Liquids Membranes Mixtures

EC-QCL protein analysis | Temperature control with Meerstetter

In this study, the sample cell was kept at a constant temperature of 20 °C using a thermoelectric cooler from Meerstetter Engineering during laser-based mid-IR transmission spectroscopy of proteins – for extremely low-noise and highly accurate EC-QCL measurements with balanced detection.

TEC Controller Absorption Amides Lasers Light Spectroscopy

Patent for dual-mode microscope | Temperature stabilization with Meerstetter

High-precision single-molecule analysis: The microscope uses Meerstetter TEC controllers to stabilize the temperature of optical components in combined confocal and TIRF modes.

TEC Controller Dual-mode optical microscope Simultaneous sample viewing Multimodal imaging Microscope innovation

Our experts for your request

Martin Ritterath | CEO at Meerstetter Engineering
Dr.sc. ETHZ, M.sc. EE

Core expertise: TEC controllers, Laser diode drivers, Heat flux sensors

Martin Ritterath, CEO of Meerstetter Engineering, is driven by a passion for precise temperature control and advanced thermal management solutions. With a Ph.D. from ETH Zurich, Martin has a strong background in instrumentation, control and process automation. His proven expertise, demonstrated in the development of robust thermal flow sensors and high-speed data acquisition systems, is just one part of his broader technical proficiency. Martin's work is recognized through several patents and publications, showing his commitment to innovation in the field.

In his current role, he unleashes the potential of employees and business opportunities by creating a collaborative environment and simply living his attitude: “When everyone does what they do best and collaboration is smooth, the overall result is the best possible.”

Filip Janasz | Scientific Advisor at Meerstetter Engineering
Dr.sc. ETHZ, M.sc. ME

Core expertise: Heat flux sensors

Filip Janasz is a Scientific Advisor at Meerstetter Engineering, specializing in thermoelectric sensing technologies and advanced thermal management systems. With a background in applied physics and energy systems, he focuses on developing cutting-edge heat flux sensors and supporting the seamless integration of Meerstetter’s electronics into diverse industrial and scientific applications.

Hannes Stauffer | Electronics Engineer at Meerstetter Engineering
Electronics Engineer BSc

Core expertise: TEC controllers, Laser diode drivers

Hannes Stauffer is a hardware and software engineer and has designed some of Meerstetter Engineering's best-selling products. He is currently working on diversifying our TEC Controller ecosystem by helping to implement new software and hardware features and by designing new devices. He is also involved in providing customized versions of our devices to our customers.

Raffaele Sury | Electronics Engineer at Meerstetter Engineering
Electronics Engineer MSc

Core expertise: Laser diode drivers, TEC controllers

Raffaele Sury is active in development and engineering at Meerstetter Engineering and has worked across the product spectrum. Currently, he focuses on expanding the company’s growing LDD portfolio and providing customers with tailored solutions such as custom laser or LED drivers and integrated systems featuring Meerstetter Engineering devices.