Organic Geochemistry Laboratory
Organic Geochemistry Laboratory
Geography's organic geochemistry laboratory contains two large fumehoods and a range of specialised equipment for use in organic geochemical (lipid biomarker) extraction and sample preparation.
In addition to conventional soxhlet and sonication extraction equipment we also have:
- a dedicated high-specification MARSTM microwave extraction system for extraction of organic matter from soils and sediments
- centrifuges
- rotary evaporators
- nitrogen drying facilities
- a high-quality water system
- dedicated fridges and freezers for sample and extract storage