The Scanning Microscopies 2014 meeting brings microscopists from all aspects of scanning microscopies (from scanned optics and probes to scanned particle beams) together in a single forum to discuss current research and new advancements in the field. Previous SCANNING meetings have had a large Forensics and Food Technology following. The various scanned microscopies are also key investigative and research tools in micro and nanotechnology. In an effort to promote the scientific dissemination of undergraduate research findings, Scanning Microscopies is making a special call for undergraduate research abstracts. Contributions are accepted as either oral or poster presentations; with the option of publication in the regular conference proceedings volume. All contributions resulting are welcome.