Frontiers in integrated laser-sampled trace-element and isotopic geoanalysis [ 2010-10-30 - 2012-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Daczko, Nathan (Chief Investigator) ,  Daczko, Nathan (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Bruce Schaefer (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Masahiko Honda (Chief Investigator) ,  Dr Norman Pearson (Chief Investigator)
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Brief description Frontiers in integrated laser-sampled trace-element and isotopic geoanalysis. Until around 2005 Australia was a leader in the coupling of laser-ablation microprobes (LAM) with inductively-coupled-plasma mass spectrometers (ICPMS) for geochemical research. However, international developments in femtosecond LAM, sector field instruments and novel instrument coupling possibilities have leap-frogged these achievements. The proposed innovative facility will allow us to regain the leading edge in this field, help maintain the high profile of Australian geoscience internationally, and to attract high-quality researchers and industry-related research funding. The research is relevant to the Deep Earth Resources National Priority and will include projects of direct relevance to mineral exploration and process technology.

Funding Amount $700,000

Funding Scheme Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities

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