Research Projects:
A new X‑ray spectrometer facility for VIEPS: major and trace element characterisation of geological
Dr I. Nicholls, Prof. R. Cas, Dr I. Buick in collaboration with external researchers Dr J. Woodhead, Dr J. Hergt, Dr M. Wallace
Funding for 2006: $30,000 (ARC LIEF) in collaboration with University of Melbourne
Australia has a well‑earned reputation as a leading innovator in analytical geochemistry and the acquisition of this instrumentation will reinforce that standing. The equipment will support a broad range of research activities and enhance our capability for research training at Honours and post‑graduate student level. In addition this project addresses directly our current National Research Priority 'an environmentally sustainable Australia', and priority goals 'Developing deep earth resources' and 'Responding to climate change and variability
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