How do we do it?
The Stable Isotope Facility is located in the Berry Biodiversity Conservation Center, in a laboratory designed specifically for an isotopic analysis. The facility is equipped with one Finnigan Delta+XP and a 3 Delta V continuous flow inlet Stable Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometers (IRMS). All instruments are configured for the analysis of H, C, N, S, and O. These mass spectrometers are connected to eight different peripheral devices, helping to meet the growing demands of researchers and students on campus. A laser based Liquid Water Isotope Analyser from Picarro is used for isotopic measurements of H and O of waters. The laboratory provides many sample prep devices including vacuum extraction lines, micro balances, ovens, a freeze dryer, and ball mill grinders for users on campus. The facility also houses a GC-C isotope ratio mass spectrometer(Delta V) for exploring compound specific work. This instrumentation is available to qualified University of Wyoming researchers. UWSIF does NOT perform compound specific analyses.
