Instruments available at SIC
Instruments available at SIC
High frequency NMR
The Bruker Avance III HD 600 MHz NMR spectrometer at SIC, CUK, is a premier analytical tool for advanced molecular research. Its high magnetic field strength delivers exceptional resolution and sensitivity, enabling detailed structural elucidation and dynamics study of complex molecules. It supports a wide array of experiments, including multi-dimensional and hetero-nuclear NMR, for applications in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceuticals, and materials science. Equipped with a cryogenically cooled probe (CPTCI), it significantly enhances signal-to-noise ratio. This instrument is vital for characterizing organic compounds, natural products, proteins, and polymers, driving cutting-edge scientific discovery.
Single crystal XRD
The Rigaku single-crystal X-ray diffractometer at the centre is a definitive tool for unambiguous molecular structure determination. It precisely analyses the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms within a crystalline sample by measuring diffraction intensities. This instrument excels in providing absolute stereochemistry, bond lengths, angles, and thermal parameters with high accuracy. It is indispensable for research in synthetic chemistry, where it confirms novel compound structures, in materials science for studying metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and in pharmaceutical development for characterizing active ingredients. Its automated features enable efficient data collection, making it a cornerstone for precise crystallographic analysis.
Powder XRD
The Rigaku SmartLab powder X-ray diffractometer is a versatile, high-precision workhorse for material characterization. Utilizing advanced optical technology and a high-resolution detector, it provides rapid and accurate phase identification, quantitative analysis, and crystal structure refinement of polycrystalline samples. Its key features include stress and texture analysis, thin-film measurement capabilities, and high-temperature stages for in-situ studies. This fully automated system is essential for research in solid-state chemistry, metallurgy, ceramics, and pharmaceuticals, enabling scientists to determine crystallinity, phase composition, and structural parameters critical for developing new materials and optimizing industrial processes.
The Zeiss SEM scanning electron microscope provides high-resolution imaging essential for materials science, biology, and semiconductor inspection. With its advanced electron column and precise detection system, it delivers exceptionally clear, detailed surface images at nanometer-scale resolutions. The instrument offers versatile operating modes, including high-vacuum and variable-pressure, allowing for the analysis of conductive and non-conductive samples without extensive preparation. User-friendly software integrates seamless navigation, automated functions, and comprehensive analytical tools. Renowned for its robust construction and reliable performance, the Zeiss SEM is a cornerstone instrument in both industrial quality control and advanced academic research, enabling critical discoveries and precise material characterization.
High-Resolution Mass Spectrometer
The Thermo Orbitrap Exploris 120 is a high-resolution mass spectrometer celebrated for its exceptional sensitivity, mass accuracy, and resolution. Its robust Orbitrap analyzer enables precise identification and quantification of complex molecules in proteomics, metabolomics, and biopharmaceutical research. Featuring a compact, user-friendly design, it offers advanced capabilities like real-time spectral quality monitoring and the powerful FAIMS Pro interface for enhanced selectivity. This instrument streamlines workflows with intelligent automation, making it a versatile and reliable cornerstone for cutting-edge life sciences research, driving discoveries in biomarker identification, protein characterization, and drug development.
The Zeiss SEM scanning electron microscope provides high-resolution imaging essential for materials science, biology, and semiconductor inspection. With its advanced electron column and precise detection system, it delivers exceptionally clear, detailed surface images at nanometer-scale resolutions. The instrument offers versatile operating modes, including high-vacuum and variable-pressure, allowing for the analysis of conductive and non-conductive samples without extensive preparation. User-friendly software integrates seamless navigation, automated functions, and comprehensive analytical tools. Renowned for its robust construction and reliable performance, the Zeiss SEM is a cornerstone instrument in both industrial quality control and advanced academic research, enabling critical discoveries and precise material characterization.
The Quantum -VSM in a PPMS is fully automated platform for comprehensive low-temperature and high-magnetic-field material characterization. It integrates a superconducting magnet and a precise cryostat, enabling measurements from 1.9 K to 400 K and fields up to 9 Tesla. The system facilitates a suite of experiments like magnetization measurement, susceptibility study and so on. This versatile instrument is vital for condensed matter physics and materials science research, providing critical insights into superconductivity, magnetism, and thermoelectric properties of novel materials.