ICP-AES Laboratory
Initial Publication Date: May 17, 2006
Western Michigan University
https://wmich.edu/geology
Contact Information
Dr. Carla Koretsky
269-387-5337
carla.koretsky@wmich.edu
Kalamazoo
MICHIGAN
Instrument Type
WHOLE ROCK ANALYSIS - ICP Inductively-coupled plasma spectrometer +/- mass spectrometer (ICP-MS) and laser source
Perkin Elmer Optima 2100DV
Application:
Fluid or gas analysis
Typical Use:
This instrument is used for major and trace element analyses of aqueous samples.
Conditions for Use:
- Submitted samples will be analyzed on a contract basis (i.e. lab personnel will do the work)
- Visitors are invited to work in the lab to work with lab personnel
User Fees:
Contact Dr. Koretsky for current rates.
Instrument Priorities:
Priority for instrumentation use:
- Funded research WMU Geosciences
- Funded research WMU other departments
- Contracts WMU
- Funded research lab visitors
- Contracts lab visitors
- We will accommodate student projects whenever possible
Remote Use:
No.
Sample Preparation:
Aqueous samples only. Please contact Dr. Koretsky for detailed information.
Standard Collections/Lab Blanks:
We typically use EPA certified calibration standards, internal standards and blanks.
Software:
Data processing is completed using Perkin Elmer WinLab software.
Educational Use:
Undergraduate student research projects are invited Graduate student research projects are invited
Support provided by:
NSF EAR IF 0446565