Summaries

A. Mass Spectrometry

Mass Spectrometry

Determines the composition of physical samples, yielding vast amounts of data in a short analysis
Nanostructure Initiated Secondary Ion mass spectrometry enables metabolomic and proteiomic approaches to the study of living cells.
FTICR facility.

Tell me more about Mass Spectrometry

Lab Hours
Monday-Friday
09:00 to 18:00

Sample Submission Service Hours
Monday-Friday
09:00 to 15:00

Contacts

Dr Lijiang Song
Associate Professor, Head of Mass Spectrometry Facility
Room: A108
Telephone: 024 7615 1766
E-mail: Lijiang.song@warwick.ac.uk

Joanna Drozd
Senior Mass Spectrometry Technician
Room: A1.08
Telephone: 07387 238 345 (mobile)
E-mail: j.drozd@warwick.ac.uk

Instrumentation

Instruments	Experiments available	Mass range
PerkinElmer 5300DV ICP-OES, Agilent LC-ICP-MS (7900)	For all metal/semimetal trace analysis,0.01-100ppm for OES,1-1000ppt for ICP-MS	0-250 m/z
Bruker Ultraflex Extreme and Autoflex Speed MALDI TOF/TOF	For high Mw protein and polymers, more tolerate towards salt and detergent(50mM or similar)	50-200,000 m/z (extended to 500,000)
Agilent 5977B GC-MS (EI/CI)	Only for small volatile very hydrophobic compounds, need to be thermally stable	20-1,000 m/z
Agilent 6130B single Quad (ESI)	Routine Mw for relative polar compounds, need to be salt free	50 - 3,000 m/z
Bruker Compact, Bruker MaXis II, MaXis Plus and MaXis Impact Q-TOF (ESI-HR-MS/MS)	Can achieve <5ppm on MicroTOF or sub-ppm mass accuracy on MaXis, no salt and detergent	50-20,000 m/z probably up to 150KDa molecules
Bruker Amazon X+Bruker HCT-plus+Bruker HCT Ultra ETD+Bruker Amazon ETD+Thermo LTQ-XL+Waters Xevo TQXS and TQD(ESI)	LC/ESI/MS/MS (unit resolution and 50-100ppm mass accuracy)	50-3,000 m/z (6000 extended range)

Training can be booked from the training booking page. Before request training any particular instrument, please check if you are eligible to use the instrument . For the Open Access instruments, training will be provided every weekday for the first four weeks of the academic year, although you will still need to book a spot on one of the training session. After the first four weeks, training session will only be arranged upon enough request.

Ion Cyclotron Resonance

Fourier-transform ion cyclotron resonance (FTICR) mass spectrometry
analysis of complex mixtures, such as environmental and agricultural samples
study of macromolecules, particularly polymers.
Groups who work here include:
- Barrow GroupLink opens in a new window
- O'Connor GroupLink opens in a new window

The ICR facility can be found on the ground floor of Millburn house. Find us on the interactive mapLink opens in a new window

Antimicrobial Screening Facility

Antimicrobial Screening FacilityLink opens in a new window

Do you have the next Antibiotic or Antifungal?
Users of our facility benefit from extensive experience in drug discovery research where the facility can provide a comprehensive range of tests spanning from rapid antimicrobial susceptibility assays to frequency of resistance assays.

B. Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy

Protein structure determination and molecular interactions via solid- and solution-state NMR
natural products biosynthesis
protein dynamics
facilitation of new antibiotic design.

Tell me more about NMR Spectroscopy

Office and Lab Hours
Monday-Friday
09:00 to 17:00

Contact:

Dr. Ivan Prokes
NMR Facility Manager and Experimental Officer in NMR Spectroscopy
Room: A108
Telephone: 024 7615 1766
Mobile: 07920 531123
E-mail: I.Prokes(@warwick.ac.uk)

Mr Robert Perry
NMR Spectroscopy Technician
Room: A112
Telephone: 024 7652 2183
E-mail: R.Perry.1(@warwick.ac.uk)

Open Access Instruments (for all trained staff)

Instrument	Location	Capabilities
AV300, Bruker Avance 300 MHz	A111B	¹H, ¹³C, ¹⁹F 1-Dimensional and 2-Dimensional experiments (instrument is primarily used for undergraduate lab samples)
HD300, Bruker Avance III HD 300 MHz	A110	¹H, ¹³C, ¹⁹F, ³¹P 1-Dimensional and 2-Dimensional experiments
AV400, Bruker Avance III 400 MHz	A110	¹H, ¹³C, ¹⁹F, ³¹P 1-Dimensional, 2-Dimensional experiments, kinetics and variable temperature studies
HD400, Bruker Avance III HD 400 MHz	A110	¹H, ¹³C, ¹⁹F, ³¹P 1-Dimensional and 2-Dimensional experiments

High Field Instruments (operated by NMR Facility Staff only)

Instrument

Location

Capabilities

HD500 Bruker Avance III HD 500 MHz

A109

Instrument is set up to run majority of ¹³C experiments

AV500 Bruker Avance 500 MHz

AV600 Bruker Avance III 600 MHz

AV700 Bruker Avance II 700 MHz

MAS 1.08

Instruments are able to run wide range of 1-Dimensional and 2-Dimensional experiments

(including variable temperature, non-standard experiments, unusual nuclei, NOE/GOESY type experiments, triple resonance experiments for proteins etc.)

C. Chemical Biology Research Facility

Chemical Biology Research Facility

Industrial biotechnology and natural product biosynthesis
drug discovery
biocatalysis, bioinorganic and biophysical chemistry.

Tell me more about the Chemical Biology Research Facility

The Chemical Biology Research Facility (CBRF) is located on the first floor of B block. Find us on the campus map

Our dedicated laboratories include:

Biology Laboratory for the handling of BHSL 1 microorganisms
Chemistry Laboratory with 10 fume hoods
Cold Room (for protein purification)
Microbiology Laboratory (for growing BHSL 1 microorganisms)
Containment level 2 Laboratory (for handling BHSL 2 microorganisms)
Instrument Laboratory (housing a range of fluorescence and UV-Vis spectrometers)
HPLC Laboratory
Dark Room
Protein Crystallisation Facility

Groups who work here include:

CC. Warwick Centre for Ultrafast Spectroscopy (WCUS)

Warwick Centre for Ultrafast Spectroscopy (WCUS)

State-of-the-art femtosecond laser facility
Four beamlines with experiments ranging from the ultraviolet to the terahertz regime
Interdisciplinary research into lasers and medicine, photostability, semiconductors and quantum materials

Tell me more about WCUS

The Warwick Centre for Ultrafast SpectroscopyLink opens in a new window is funded by the EPSRC and the University of Warwick, and designed and constructed in collaboration with Newport Spectra Physics. This facility acts as a focus for collaboration both within the university and without, with external users being able to book time on any of the experiments.

Chemistry Stores and Purchasing

For chemicals, apparatus, glassware and stationery
Solvent Store and main stores open at intervals throughout the day for withdrawals, orders and solvent waste disposal between 09.15 and 16.30 Monday to Thursday, closes 15.30 on Friday

Tell me more about Chemical Stores and Purchasing

The Chemistry Stores are located in Science Block G. The main customer entrance can be accessed from the first floor back door of C block. Find us on the campus map

The stores is a useful source for a variety of commonly used chemicals, apparatus, glassware and stationery. A full listing of the range of items held within the Stores can be found in the Stores catalogues (paper copies of the catalogues are also situated at the Stores withdrawals hatch).
Before making a requisition of any kind, an individual must be allocated a Stores code - a unique initial code relating to their budget code (this is obtained from the Chemistry Finance Office upon starting in the Department).

Making a Withdrawal from Stock in Stores

Stock and Stores code details are taken and goods are issued by the Stores staff and records and budget details will update accordingly
Exchanges of goods or requests for amendments should be discussed with Rob Jenkins.

Request for a “Special Order” USE OPeRA

Special orders can be placed for consumable items of a more specialised nature that are not kept in stock, through a nominated external supplier.
These are placed by using internal e-procurement system, OPeRA. Further information can be found here.
Stores staff are on hand to answer any queries relating to suppliers
Stores staff email requisitioners when “special orders" are in stock and, will need to collect and sign for receipt of goods.

Electronics Workshop

Open 9.00 - 17.00, Monday to Friday
Testing and repair work of portable electrical and electronic equipment including instrumentation and instrument controllers.
Design and fabrication of bespoke specialist equipment

Tell me more about the Electronics Workshop

The Electronics Workshop is located in B013 on the Ground Floor of B Block and is accessed under the bridge that links the Science Concourse to the E Block Lecture Theatres. Find us on the campus map

Contact Rod Wesson or Marcus Grant (located in the mechanical workshop) to discuss electrical or electronic testing and repair and fabrication of specialist equipment. Please email r.c.wesson@warwick.ac.uk first as the workshop is not staffed at all times.

New design work

For new design work we have a selection of software to assist:

For PCB design we have ISIS schematic capture (circuit design) and simulation using SPICE models. This links with the ARES PCB layout software
For CAD and artwork design we use Coreldraw 15
For programming the PIC microcontrollers we use on some of our designs we use MPLAB
We also have a CEL Robox 3D printer

Repairs

Examples include:

Ika hotplate repair
Ion gauge realignment
Component replacement

Glassblowing Service

8.00 - 16.00 Monday to Thursday; 8.00-15.00 Friday
For all internal and external clients.
Design, modification and fabrication of bespoke and most standard scientific glassware
Cost effective repairs, from simple to the most complex of pieces

Tell me more about the Glassblowing Service

In order for Steve to carry out uninterrupted glassblowing procedures, there are two sessions during the day for workshop visits for deposit/collection of jobs and to consult/discuss your requirements/projects:

If these hours are unsuitable or inconvenient, please email Steve to make alternative arrangements or submit a work request.

Mechanical Workshop

Open 9.00 - 17.00, Monday to Friday
Testing and repair work of portable electrical and electronic equipment including instrumentation and instrument controllers.
Design and fabrication of bespoke specialist equipment

Tell me more about the Mechanical Workshop

We have excellent mechanical workshop facilities located on the ground floor of the main Physics building. Find us on the campus mapLink opens in a new window.

Workshop Hours
Mon-Thurs: 08:30 to 12:30 - 1:30 to 17:00
Friday: 08:30 to 12:30 - 1:30 to 16:00

Tel: 07824 540726 or 02476 523650

Mr. Marcus Grant
Chief Mechanical Engineer
E-mail: Marcus.Grant@warwick.ac.uk

Mr. Lee Butcher
Chief Mechanical Engineer
E-mail: Lee.Butcher@warwick.ac.uk

RTP: Advanced Bioimaging

Advanced Bioimaging RTPLink opens in a new window

Supports the investigation of complex biological problems.
Specialising in advanced light and electron microscopy, the RTP is available for researchers at Warwick and externally.

RTP: Electron Microscopy

Electron Microscopy RTPLink opens in a new window

SEM, AFM and optical microscopy capabilities for imaging surfaces
A combination of TEM, STEM and diffractive techniques for imaging structure
Elemental analysis can be performed on many of our microscopes or cathodoluminescence system.
Cross-sectioning and TEM sample preparation performed using our FIB-SEM, providing sub-micron accuracy.

RTP: Polymer Characterisation

Polymer Charaterisation RTP

services ranging from a single GPC/SEC sample to bespoke polymer synthesis and characterisation.
Includes: Polymer synthesis and characterisation; GPC/SEC measurements (including high temperature); Thermal analysis (including DMA); Contact angle measurements; Particle sizing; Mechanical Testing; Rheology; and, Formulation analysis

RTP: Proteomics

Proteomics RTPLink opens in a new window

Offers state-of-the-art X-ray scattering services, primarily for materials research.
Provide service and support to academic and commercial researchers seeking to identify and quantify proteins and their modifications.
The enthusiastic proteomics team helps with scientific discussion, experimental design, sample preparation and analysis of mass spectrometry data.

RTP: Scientfic Computing

Scientific Computing RTP

Manages a Linux-based desktop computing environment.
Provides high performance computing (HPC) facilities and access to research software engineering (RSE) expertise for researchers at Warwick.

RTP: Spectroscopy RTP

Spectroscopy RTP

Provides state-of-the art equipment and expertise in the field of Spectroscopy
Services include Raman Spectroscopy; Optical Absorption Spectroscopy; Fluorescence Microscopy; and, Electron Paramagnetic Resonance.

RTP: X-Ray Diffraction Research Facility

X-Ray Diffraction RTPLink opens in a new window

$X-Ray Diffraction$ Offers state-of-the-art X-ray scattering services, primarily for materials research.
A highly knowledgeable team with multi-disciplinary expertise.
The X-ray suite includes single-crystal, powder and thin-film diffraction, small-angle scattering and X-ray fluorescence.