Bruker Optics Micro-Raman and Micro-IR Spectrometers

The spectrometers enable our faculty and undergraduate students to expand their research efforts in: 1) use of fission track analysis in dating geological Zircon samples, 2) polymer nanocomposites for photovoltaic application, 3) identification of environmental pollutants in aerosol samples, 4) sorption and photochemistry of environmental contaminants, 5) thermodynamics of nanoscale confined systems 6) art restoration research and 7) nanomaterials characterization.

MFP-3D^tm Stand Alone Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

The AFM enhances active student participation in nanoscience research. It is also being used to introduce underrepresented groups to nanotechnology and methods to visualize nanostructures through monthly activities with various outreach centers and nanoscale microscopy shows that bring together undergraduate nanoscience students, faculty and professionals including lead scientists from RPI, GE Global, IBM, Global Foundries, and Albany Nanotech.

Zeiss EVO 50XVP Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) with integrated energy dispersive X-ray microanalysis, and cathodeluminescence imaging and spectroscopy

The SEM has substantially enhanced and expanded the research capabilities of seven faculty with interests including fission track analysis, nanocomposites, fossil coprolites, core sediment analysis, art restoration, high temperature superconductors and nanoscale periodic structures.

Agilent 6400 Series Triple Quad Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry Instrument (LC-MS/MS)

The LC-MS/MS enables sophisticated analysis of a variety of nonvolatile organic chemicals and biomolecules, advancing multiple research areas in the departments of Chemistry and Biology, as well as in the Biochemistry and Environmental Studies programs.