Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities - Grant ID: LE140100141 [ 2014-01-01 - 2014-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Chris Clark (Chief Investigator) ,  Chris Clark (Chief Investigator) ,  Gillanders, Bronwyn (Chief Investigator) ,  Gillanders, Bronwyn (Chief Investigator) ,  Justin Payne (Chief Investigator)
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Brief description High sensitivity and precision mass spectrometry for tracing Australia's ancient evolution and securing our future groundwater resources. High sensitivity and precision mass spectrometry for tracing Australia’s ancient evolution and securing our future groundwater resources: Micro-sampling thermal ionisation mass spectrometry (TIMS) provides the ability to undertake ultra low-level isotope analysis of earth and environmental samples. Analysis of radiogenic (for example, Neodymium, Strontium and Lead) and stable (for example, Boron) isotopes allows researchers to trace the evolution of the Australian continent from its beginnings in the Precambrian through to the impacts of climate change in the Quaternary period (the last 2.6 million years). The proposed micro-sampling TIMS facility will give researchers the opportunity to characterise mineral deposit formation, paleoclimate records and groundwater sources with new levels of accuracy and precision. This will help secure the economic and environmental future of Australia.

Funding Amount $360,000

Funding Scheme Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities

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