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Research Focus

Pipetting samples into DNA sequencerEvolution
Evolution
Researchers monitoring wetland areaBioavailability
Bioavailability
Processing samples in organics labTrophic Ecology
Trophic Ecology
Geochemical reactions in small pool seen by green and brown coloursGeochemistry
Geochemistry
Invasive Golden Star tunicateInvasion Biology
Invasion Biology
Student sampling water in wetland areaAquatic Ecology
Aquatic Ecology
Bacterium feeding on arsenicBiogeochemistry
Biogeochemistry

Chemical Tracers Lab

The Chemical Tracers Laboratory provides analysis of multiple chemical tracers including:

Stable isotopes 
Fatty acids 
PCBs 
Metals 

We have analyzed samples and collaborated with researchers at the University of Georgia, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment Canada, Norwegian Institute of Nature Research, Icelandic Institute of Natural History, University of Glasgow, Royal Canadian Military College and many others.

Head

Aaron Fisk, Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair
519-253-3000 ext. 4740
email:  Fisk
Fax: (519) 971-3616

Manager

Ms. Ellis, MSc
519-253-3000 ext. 4851
email:  Ellis
Fax: (519) 971-3616

Hours of Operation: 9:00 -5:00

EQUIPMENT

Elemental Analyzer-Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer or EA-IRMS
ThermoSavant ModulyoD Freeze Dryer
Spex SamplePrep 8000 Ball Mill/Mixer
Gas Chromatography - Flame Ionization Detector (GC - FID)

FACILITIES

Stable Isotope Analysis

Stable Isotope Overview
Stable Isoptope Services

Fatty Acid Analysis

Fatty Acid Overview
Fatty Acid Services

Please contact us or see the PRICE LIST for further information about the services we provide.