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GIScan

Read and analyze GISAXS data stored in cbf format

by Sjoerd Broekhuijsen

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Official site: flathub.org

About GIScan

GIScan is a simple tool to open and analyze data stored in cbf (Crystallographic Binary Format) files. While

GIScan is primarily developed with the analyis of GISAXS data in mind, as obtained by the P03 beamline of PETRA

III at the DESY Synchrotron in Hamburg, Germany, it should be compatible with any arbitrary cbf data.

GIScan handles raw data directly and doesn't need any a-priori data reduction. It supports features such as

background subtraction, line scans along the Qy and Qz axis, detection of the full-width at half-maximum (FWHM)

of diffraction peaks and coordinate conversion from pixels to reciprocal or angular space.

GIScan is mostly developed with the analysis of multilayers in mind but can be used for any arbitrary data stored

in cbf format. If a beamline or datatype (be it GISAXS or GISANS) is not supported and you would like to use this

tool, please submit an issue on the Github page so this can be arranged.

How to install GIScan

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub se.sjoerd.GIScan
  4. Open GIScan once it finishes installing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is GIScan free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where GIScan is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.

How do I install GIScan from the command line?

With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub se.sjoerd.GIScan. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is GIScan safe?

GIScan downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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