Equipment Model

JASCO FT/IR-4X

Description

Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) is a powerful analytical technique used for identifying and characterizing organic and inorganic compounds by measuring their infrared absorption spectra.

Lab

MSLS - CAIF

Institute

Manipal School of Life Sciences (MSLS)

Location

Manipal School of Life Sciences, Eshwar Nagar, Manipal, Udupi, Karnataka 576104, India

• Applications

  • Drug Identification – Analysis of pharmaceutical compounds and impurities.

  • Protein Structure Study – Investigation of protein folding and conformational changes.

  • Nucleic Acid Structure Analysis – Study of DNA/RNA interactions and modifications.

  • Cellular Components and Tissue Composition – Biomedical research and disease biomarker identification.

  • Environmental Sample Analysis – Detection of pollutants and contaminants in air, water, and soil.

  • Forensic Analysis – Identification of drugs, poisons, and trace materials.

  • Polymer Characterization – Determination of polymer composition and degradation analysis.

  • Material Composition – Identification and quantification of chemical components in various materials.

  • Metabolite Analysis – Detection of metabolites in biological samples for clinical and biochemical studies.

• Key Features

  • High-resolution spectral acquisition for accurate compound identification.

  • Versatile sampling techniques including ATR and KBr pellet methods.

  • Wide spectral range covering mid-infrared to far-infrared regions.

  • Automated data processing for quick and reliable results.

  • Compact and user-friendly design for efficient laboratory use.

• Limitations

  • Sample preparation is required for KBr pellet method.

  • Limited detection for gases compared to dedicated gas-phase IR spectrometers.

  • Interference from water vapor and CO₂ may affect spectral accuracy.