Our facilities

a big silver tank sits in a chemistry lab with computer facilities for analysing data

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)

A purpose built unit, it houses magnet room, technical support office, data processing laboratory and sample preparation and handling laboratory.
mass spectrometry machine in a chemistry lab

Mass Spectrometry

The Mass Spectrometry facility provides analysis of novel synthesised compounds, large and small molecules covering a mass range of 50- 150,000Da, depending on the instrument employed.

 
elemental analysis machine in a lab

Elemental Analysis

We provide a quality service for the analysis of virtually all elements in the periodic table, with experience in analysing a wide range of sample types from synthesised organic and inorganic compounds (including polymers), to waters, effluents and environmental digests.
an x-ray machine

X-Ray Crystallography

There are both single crystal and powder X-ray diffraction (SXD and PXRD) facilities available in the Department. Though these normally run samples for Strathclyde based academics, they are also available for commercial hire.
a khaki green coil/spiral shape with molecular structures sprouting from it

Protein Synthesis

This instrument brings us the capability to synthesise peptide and small protein derivatives up to 100 amino acid residues in length. Fast and efficient coupling protocols, together with on-line monitoring and feedback enables the rapid synthesis of complex peptides in a fully automated fashion.
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The Chemistry Clinic

The Chemistry Clinic is a student-led service which provides opportunities for small and medium enterprises along with larger companies to access chemistry facilities or consultancy services, for large or small projects, as required.