Instrumentation Laboratory

Overview

The UV-Vis Spectrophotometer is a versatile analytical instrument used to measure the absorbance or transmittance of a sample as a function of wavelength in the ultraviolet and visible regions of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Key Specifications

• Wavelength Range: 190-1100 nm
• Bandwidth: 1.8 nm
• Wavelength Accuracy: ±0.5 nm
• Photometric Range: -4 to 4 Abs
• Resolution: 0.1 nm
• Light Source: Deuterium and Tungsten-Halogen lamps

Applications

• Quantitative analysis of compounds
• Kinetic studies
• DNA/RNA/protein quantification
• Pharmaceutical analysis
• Environmental monitoring

Overview

The Fourier-Transform Infrared (FT-IR) Spectrometer is used to obtain an infrared spectrum of absorption or emission of a solid, liquid, or gas. It can be used to identify unknown materials, examine the quality of a sample, or study the progress of chemical reactions.

Key Specifications

• Spectral Range: 7800-350 cm⁻¹
• Resolution: 0.5 cm⁻¹
• Beamsplitter: KBr with Ge coating
• Detector: DLaTGS with KBr window
• Laser: Helium-Neon laser, 632.8 nm
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 40,000:1 (1 minute scan, 4 cm⁻¹ resolution)

Applications

• Material identification and characterization
• Polymer analysis
• Forensic analysis
• Pharmaceutical quality control
• Failure analysis

Overview

The Fluorescence Spectrometer is designed for high-sensitivity fluorescence measurements across a wide range of applications. It offers exceptional sensitivity and flexibility for both steady-state and time-resolved fluorescence measurements.

Key Specifications

• Excitation Range: 250-900 nm
• Emission Range: 280-900 nm
• Wavelength Accuracy: ±0.5 nm
• Resolution: 1.0 nm
• Detector: R928 Photomultiplier Tube
• Light Source: 150 W Xenon arc lamp

Applications

• Fluorescence quantum yield measurements
• Fluorescence lifetime measurements
• Protein and nucleic acid analysis
• Environmental monitoring
• Pharmaceutical analysis

Overview

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is a technique used to separate, identify, and quantify each component in a mixture. Our system is equipped with multiple detectors for comprehensive analysis.

Key Specifications

• Pump: Quaternary gradient pump, 0.001-10 mL/min
• Pressure Range: 0-6000 psi
• Autosampler: 120-vial capacity, temperature-controlled
• Column Oven: 5-90°C
• Detectors: DAD (190-800 nm), FLD, RID, ELSD
• Injection Volume: 0.1-100 µL

Applications

• Pharmaceutical analysis
• Environmental monitoring
• Food and beverage analysis
• Forensic analysis
• Biochemical research

Drinking Water Analysis Laboratory (NABL Accredited)

The Drinking Water Analysis Laboratory at GSFC University received NABL accreditation on 27 November 2024. The lab ensures reliable analysis for municipal bodies, industries, and communities by covering 19 critical drinking water parameters in alignment with national standards.

Scope of Accreditation

The accreditation covers the following parameters:

• Heavy metals: Cd, Pb, Ni, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Zn
• Physico-chemical: pH @ 27°C, Colour, Odour, Turbidity
• Water quality indices: Total Alkalinity as CaCO₃, Total Hardness as CaCO₃, Electrical Conductivity @ 25°C
• Ionic composition: Total Dissolved Solids, Chlorides (as Cl), Calcium (as Ca), Magnesium (as Mg)

Pricing (Cost of Analysis)

• Composite Drinking Water Analysis: ₹650 + 18% GST (per sample)
• For individual parameter testing, see the detailed table below.

Composite Analysis Charges

Total composite charges: ₹650 + 18% GST (covers the above parameter set).

Proposed Charges for Individual Parameters

All rates are exclusive of 18% GST.

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Arti Bhadouria
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry, School of Science | GSFC University

arti.bhadouria@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Overview

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is a powerful analytical technique used to separate, identify, and quantify components in a mixture. It is widely used in pharmaceutical, environmental, and chemical analysis.

Pricing (Cost of Analysis)

Per sample for qualitative analysis:

• For Students: ₹500 + 18% GST
• For Academicians: ₹750 + 18% GST
• For Industries: ₹1500 + 18% GST

Per sample for quantitative analysis:

• For Students: ₹1000 + 18% GST
• For Academicians: ₹1500 + 18% GST
• For Industries: ₹3000 + 18% GST

Instrument Details

• Name: High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
• Make/Company: [To be specified]
• Column available: C18 Column
• Detector: UV-Vis Detector
• Wavelength Range: 190-800 nm

Applications

• Pharmaceutical analysis
• Chemical analysis
• Quality control
• Research and development

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Archana Deokar
Senior Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry, School of Science | GSFC University

archana.deokar@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Overview

Gas Chromatography (GC) is an analytical technique used to separate and analyze compounds that can be vaporized without decomposition.

Pricing (Cost of Analysis)

• For Students: Rs 650 + 18% GST
• For Academicians: Rs 1200 + 18% GST
• For Industries: Rs 2000 + 18% GST

Instrument Details

• Name: Gas Chromatography System
• Make/Company: [To be specified]
• Detector: FID (Flame Ionization Detector)
• Column: Capillary Column

Applications

• Chemical analysis
• Petrochemical analysis
• Environmental analysis
• Forensic analysis

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Mayank Sharma
Senior Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry, School of Science | GSFC University

mayank.sharma@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Overview

Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) is used for the quantitative determination of chemical elements using the absorption of optical radiation by free atoms in the gaseous state.

Pricing (Cost of Analysis)

• For Students: Rs 300 + 18% GST
• For Academicians: Rs 500 + 18% GST
• For Industries: Rs 2000 + 18% GST

Instrument Details

• Name: Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer
• Make/Company: [To be specified]
• Wavelength Range: 190-900 nm
• Detection Limit: ppb level

Applications

• Heavy metal analysis
• Environmental monitoring
• Food and beverage analysis
• Pharmaceutical analysis

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Arti Bhadouria
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry, School of Science | GSFC University

arti.bhadouria@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Overview

Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) Spectrometer is used to obtain an infrared spectrum of absorption or emission of a solid, liquid or gas.

Instrument Details

• Name: FT-IR Spectrometer
• Make/Company: [To be specified]
• Spectral Range: 4000-400 cm⁻¹
• Resolution: 0.5 cm⁻¹

Applications

• Material identification
• Polymer analysis
• Pharmaceutical analysis
• Forensic analysis

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Trupti Gajaria
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry, School of Science | GSFC University

trupti.gajaria@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Overview

AUTOLAB Potentiostat is used for electrochemical measurements including cyclic voltammetry, impedance spectroscopy, and other electrochemical techniques.

Pricing (Cost of Analysis/Sample)

• For Students: Rs 650 + 18% GST
• For Academicians: Rs 800 + 18% GST
• For Industries: Rs 1600 + 18% GST

Instrument Details

• Name: AUTOLAB Potentiostat
• Make/Company: Metrohm Autolab
• Model: PGSTAT302N
• Potential Range: ±10 V
• Current Range: 1 A

Applications

• Corrosion studies
• Battery research
• Sensor development
• Electrocatalysis

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Trupti Gajaria
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry, School of Science | GSFC University

trupti.gajaria@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Overview

UV-Vis Spectrophotometer is used to measure the absorbance of light in the ultraviolet and visible regions of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Instrument Details

• Name: UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
• Make/Company: [To be specified]
• Wavelength Range: 190-1100 nm
• Resolution: 0.1 nm

Applications

• Concentration determination
• Kinetic studies
• Purity analysis
• Chemical kinetics

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Trupti Gajaria
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry, School of Science | GSFC University

trupti.gajaria@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Overview

Fluorescence Spectrometer is used to measure the fluorescence emitted by a sample when it is excited by light of a specific wavelength.

Instrument Details

• Name: Fluorescence Spectrometer
• Make/Company: [To be specified]
• Excitation Range: 200-900 nm
• Emission Range: 200-900 nm

Applications

• Biochemical analysis
• Environmental monitoring
• Material science
• Pharmaceutical analysis

Faculty In-Charge

Dr. Trupti Gajaria
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry, School of Science | GSFC University

trupti.gajaria@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Overview

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is a powerful analytical technique used to separate, identify, and quantify components in a mixture. It is widely employed in various fields such as Biotechnology, Microbiology, Pharmaceuticals, Environmental testing, Food Safety and Biochemical research.

Instrument Details

• Name: Dionex Ultimate 3000 UHPLC with Autosampler
• Make/Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific
• Column available: C18 Inertsil ODS
• Detector: PDA UV Detector
• Software: Chromeleon™ 7 software version 7.1.1.1127
• Location: HPLC Room, Molecular Biology Laboratory, Anviksha First Floor, GSFC University

Pricing

• Students/PhD Scholars, Research Scholars (JRF, SRF): ₹500 + 18% GST
• Academicians: ₹750 + 18% GST
• Industries: ₹1500 + 18% GST

Note: Cost may vary depending on the nature and complexity of the sample and type of analysis reagent. Client can bring their own HPLC grade reagents for mobile phase preparation.

Pre-requisites

• Samples can be solid or liquid but must be soluble in the selected mobile phase
• The analyte must be fully soluble in the mobile phase to be used
• Sample should be transparent without any turbidity or particles
• Filtration through 0.22 μm, 0.45 μm syringe filters is mandatory

Faculty In-Charge

Khushbu Verma
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry, School of Science | GSFC University

Khushbu.Verma@gsfcuniversity.ac.in

Applications

• Pharmaceutical analysis
• Metabolite profiling
• Protein purification
• Quality control of biological products
• Environmental analysis

Overview

Real-Time PCR system for quantitative analysis of gene expression and nucleic acid detection.

Instrument Details

• Name: Insta-Q96
• Make/Company: HiMedia
• No. of channels: 6
• Multiplexing: 6 Color
• Dynamic range: 1 ∼ 10^10 copies
• Software: Insta-Q Series
• Location: Molecular Biology Laboratory, Anviksha First Floor, GSFC University
• Certifications: CE-IVD and ANVISA approved

Pricing (Cost of Analysis)

• For Students/PhD Scholars: ₹300 + 18% GST
• For Academicians: ₹600 + 18% GST
• For Industries: ₹1200 + 18% GST

Note: Cost may vary depending on the nature and complexity of the sample and type of analysis.

Pre-requisites

• Individuals are advised to carry their own products/kits/master mix/plastic wares for the run
• Micropipette will be provided

Overview

Precision thermal cycler for DNA amplification through polymerase chain reaction (PCR).

Instrument Details

• Name: T100 Thermal Cycler
• Make/Company: Bio-Rad
• Sample capacity: 96x0.2mL tubes, 0.2mL tube strips, or 1x96-well plate
• Volume: 1–100μL (15–100μL recommended)
• Temperature range: 4–100°C
• Gradient capability: Yes (30–100°C)
• Location: Molecular Biology Laboratory, Anviksha First Floor, GSFC University

Pricing (Cost of Analysis)

• For Students/PhD Scholars: ₹500 + 18% GST per run
• For Academicians: ₹1000 + 18% GST per run
• For Industries: ₹1500 + 18% GST per run

Note: Cost may vary depending on the nature and complexity of the sample and type of analysis.

Pre-requisites

• Individuals are advised to carry their own products/kits/master mix/plastic wares for the run
• Micropipette will be provided

About the Instrument

Autolab potentiostat/Galvanostat is used for galvanostatic and potentiostatic measurements for electrochemical systems such as electrochemical cells, batteries, or fuel cells. It is also used for investigating mechanisms in electrodeposition, corrosion studies, diffusion of ions across membranes, study of semiconductor interfaces and biosensors.

Specifications of the Instrument

• Make/Model: Metrohm Autolab Potentiostat
• Potential Range: ±10 V
• Maximum Current: ±2 A
• Current Ranges: 1 to 10 nA

Sample Type

Liquids/Solids

Cost of Analysis/Sample*

• For Students: ₹650 + 18% GST
• For Academicians: ₹800 + 18% GST
• For Industries: ₹1600 + 18% GST

*For time dependent analysis, the cost may vary depending on the time of utilization.

Contact Person

Dr. Trupti Gajaria
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry, School of Science | GSFC University

trupti.gajaria@gsfcuniversity.ac.in