Grant: Research Tools and Instruments - Category 1 (<$150,000)

This proposal is to obtain a matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization time-of-flight (MALDI-TOF) mass spectrometer for analysis of supramolecular complexes, polymers, biological molecules, organometallic complexes, coordination complexes, and organic molecules. This instrument will replace a dying workhorse instrument in the UBC Chemistry Department that is experiencing debilitating electronics problems and substantial down-time. To be situated in the Mass Spectrometry Facility at UBC, the new instrument is critically needed to advance the research of the PI and co-applicants, as well as other users from UBC and the region. The instrument will be available for hands-on access by students and other trainees, thus serving an important role in the training of HQP in Chemistry.