Chemistry Instrumentation Center
Samples can be submitted to the Center for analysis or researchers can be trained for use of the instrumentation.
Contact CHE-IC@buffalo.edu for more information.
Only fully trained users are allowed. Prior time scheduling for instrument use is required. Please note your name and instrument.
- For the LCQ, LTQ, HPLC, FTIR, GC, GCMS, and TGA access the NSC Center West Calendar.
- For the ICPMS, Orbitraps and UV-VIS access the NSC Center East Calendar.
For assistance in signing up on these calendars, watch this brief video: https://youtu.be/wSEi1rNtSzc
Analytical Capability
- Elemental Analysis
- X-Ray Diffraction (single crystal and powder)
- Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICPMS)
- High Resolution/Accurate Mass Structural Analysis
- Q-Exactive LCMS Orbitrap Mass Spectrometry
- Q-Exactive GCMS Orbitrap Mass Spectrometry
- Gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GCMS)
- Liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LCMS)
- Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA)
- Infra-red analysis (FTIR with ATR)
- Spectral analysis (UV-VIS)
- GC and HPLC with multiple detectors
- Method development for qualitative and quantitative applications
- Training
Key Links
- References to articles for projects with CIC resources
- Submit a sample
- Training on UBLearns (requires log-in)
- Acknowledge our resources in your published materials. Please email CHE-IC@buffalo.edu to obtain correct information.
- Find us on Twitter
Instruments
The Bruker Solarix 12 T Fourier Transform Ion Cyclotron Resonance Mass Spectrometer is a powerful high resolution. Equipped with both electrospray ionization and matrix assisted laser desorption ionization and tandem mass spectral capability, it is broadly used for structural elucidation. For example, Dr. Wood’s research group is currently using the instrument to develop new ionization sources through leaf spray technology, and to identify biological markers for multiple desease states, including autism.
The Thermo Fisher Q-Exactive Liquid Chromatograph Orbitrap Tandem Mass Spectrometer (QE-LCMSMS) is a high resolution Orbitrap that provides analyses for a broad variety of research projects. These include non-targeted analysis for pathway discovery, targeted analysis, and quantitative analysis. For example, Dr. Diana Aga’s research group is currently using the QE-LCMSMS for the identification and analysis of environmental contaminant degradation pathways in our environment.
The Thermo Fisher Linear Ion Trap (LTQ) mass spectrometer is a walk-up instrument housed in our shared facility. Many researchers are trained to use the LTQ and have developed methods for their projects. This instrument provides mass spectral data for a wide variety of qualitative and quantitative projects. The instrument is housed in the shared center.
ThermoElectron X Series 2 Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MSLC ESI-SC-2 Sipper Autosampler Fast System with Spectra System HPLC and ESI-New Wave NWR-213 Laser Ablation System for solid samples.
The Thermo Scientific Q-Exactive Orbitrap Gas Chromatography/Tandem Mass Spectrometer is a new addition to our facilities for high resolution/accurate mass GCMS use. This instrument provides mass spectral data for a wide variety of qualitative and quantitative projects, with spectral matching to current databases.
Contact Us
Valerie Frerichs, PhD
Director, Chemistry Instrumentation Center
Inquiries: CHE-IC@buffalo.edu
Mailing Address
Department of Chemistry
Instrument Center
328 Natural Sciences Complex
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY 14260-3000