Analytical Services

The Center for Pharmacometrics and Molecular Discovery (PharMD) is pleased to support the on-going research efforts of colleges and universities by offering a variety of analytical services at reasonable prices. Currently, we offer a full complement of NMR services, low-resolution mass spectrometry and IR (solids or liquids). The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences utilizes the following laboratory equipment:

Bruker Avance III Nanobay 400 MHz NMR with BBFO probe and variable temperature
Waters H-Class UPLC with single quad MS with electrospray ionization source and PDA-(ESI) for routine analysis of small molecules in positive or negative mode
PerkinElmer Spectrum 65 FTIR with UATR for neat solids or liquids

Services Available

NMR
- ¹H NMR
- ¹³C NMR
- DEPT135 (90 or 45)
- COSY (proton correlation)
- HSQC (proton:DEPT135 correlation)
- HMBC (long range coupling)
- NOESY (through-space proton correlations)
- ROESY (through-space proton correlations, small molecules)
- ¹⁹F
- Variable temperature NMR
- Other experiments and analysis of other nuclei are also possible, please inquire.
Mass Spectrometry
Our single quad mass spectrometer is coupled to an ultra-high-pressure liquid chromatograph which allows analysis of samples in very short periods of time and in small quantity. Analysis of pure or relatively pure samples is routine; while development of separation methods for mixtures may require additional time and effort. See pricing information for more detail.
Infrared (IR) Spectroscopy
Our Spectrum 65 FTIR is equipped with a UATR allowing for rapid analysis of either solids or liquids with no sample prep.

Steps to Submit Samples

Contact Dr. Blake Watkins, bwatkins@uu.edu, prior to submitting samples.
Complete sample form (pdf) and send to Dr. Watkins.
Include form when samples are shipped.
Results will be sent via email.

Sample Submission Form (pdf)