Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectrometry
NMR is among the most powerful analytical techniques for the elucidation of chemical structure. Not only can it identify the different nuclei in a molecule, it also can provide detailed information on how atoms are connected to each other and the resulting three dimensional (3-D) geometry for the molecule. This is powerful information for the researcher desiring to identify chemical compounds or study the structure-function relationship.
The college currently has two Bruker NMR spectrometers: an AVANCE 600 MHz and a 300 MHz. Both spectrometers are capable of multinuclear analysis in both liquid and solid states. These instruments are capable of multi-dimensional NMR experiments. The 600 MHz instrument has three channels with triple axis gradients, with ability to do both liquid and solid state samples, as well as intermediate type samples such as gels.
The 300 MHz system is a walk-on system and students are encouraged to fully operate the equipment. With the 600 MHz system, we typically analyze prepared samples but can train appropriate users to operate the equipment. Assistance in experiment design and interpretation of results is also available.
Cost: Spectrometer usage is charged by the instrument-hour.
