CNH Lead for Characterisation Peter Dunstan - College of Physics Lewis Francis - College of Medicine

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In order to understand, quantify and classify nanostructures and nanomaterials they must be fully characterised.  The various methods used to classify nanomaterials can give important information related to structure, electrical, chemical and optical properties.  Moreover these tools can also be employed to study the integration of nanomaterials into bio-systems and sensors and to test aspects such as toxicology, specificity and reactivity.  The Centre for Nanohealth (CNH) has made a significant investment into state of the art instruments that span the micron to atomic size range and can reveal the intimate interactions of atoms & molecules on the nanoscale.  Moreover the Centre’s diverse range of characterisation platforms work in various environments, such as liquid, air, vacuum and other controlled gaseous ambients.  As the majority of the techniques are non-destructive it is possible to utilise them on the same sample, thus providing a wealth of information.  From scanning electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy to nuclear magnetic resonance and cell imaging systems, the Centre is equipped to meet your characterisation needs.  The characterisation techniques also reflect research developments and activities conducted within the Centre led by multidisciplinary teams that span engineering, physics, medicine, chemistry and bio-sciences.  From fundamental studies on quantum phenomena within nanomaterials, to nanotechnology based bio-sensors, the Centre’s expertise is extensive.

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