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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome to the Chemical Analysis Facility (CAF) at the University of Reading<\/a>, your gateway to cutting-edge analytical research! We are dedicated to advancing science by providing state-of-the-art instrumentation and expertise to the entire UK research community, including both academic and industrial partners.<\/p>\n

CAF is the University of Reading\u2019s core analytical and imaging research platform based within the Directorate of Research and Innovation<\/a>, serving not only academia but also commercial clients.<\/p>\n

At the CAF, we offer a comprehensive suite of analytical platforms designed to meet the diverse needs of your research projects. Whether you’re looking to collaborate on groundbreaking studies or access high-quality analysis through our fee-for-service options, we have the tools and expertise to support your work.<\/p>\n

Explore our seven specialised platforms:<\/p>\n

NMR Spectroscopy:<\/strong><\/a> Uncover detailed structural information with unparalleled precision – caf.nrm@reading.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

Mass Spectrometry<\/strong><\/a> and environmental Mass Spectrometry<\/a>: <\/strong>Identify and quantify compounds with exceptional sensitivity and accuracy – caf.bioms@reading.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

X-Ray Diffraction and Scattering<\/a>:<\/strong> Delve into the crystalline structure and dynamic behaviour of materials – caf.x-ray@reading.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

Optical Spectroscopy<\/a>:<\/strong> Analyse materials with advanced techniques in absorption, fluorescence, and more – caf.optspect@reading.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

Thermal Analysis<\/a>:<\/strong> Investigate thermal properties and transitions to understand material behaviour under different conditions – caf.thermal@reading.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

Centre for Advanced Microscopy (CfAM)<\/a>:<\/strong> Achieve high-resolution imaging to explore materials at the nanoscale – caf.eml@reading.ac.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

Join us at CAF to elevate your research with our expert support and world-class facilities. Let\u2019s push the boundaries of science together!<\/p>\n

Contact us on caf@reading.ac.uk<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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