Shimadzu IRTracer FTIR
Fourier-transform infrared spectrometer for molecular spectroscopy.
EMU FAPESP 2023/07910-4
FTIR Multiuser Facility at LEAM
Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy infrastructure for biomaterials, biointerfaces, polymers, ceramics, composites, and surface-focused materials research at ITA.
FTIR
Shimadzu IRTracer
LEAM
ITA laboratory infrastructure
FAPESP
Process 2023/07910-4
External
access by request
Instrument
Shimadzu IRTracer FTIR spectrometer located at LEAM.
The EMU FAPESP infrastructure centers on a Fourier-transform infrared spectrometer located at LEAM and associated with BBLab's biomaterials and biointerfaces research activities. The equipment supports chemical-structural characterization of solids, powders, films, hydrogels, scaffolds, composites, and surface-modified materials.
The EMU project is registered as FAPESP process 2023/07910-4 and connected to the research program supported by FAPESP process 2022/03247-6.
Technical Configuration
Research-grade FTIR platform for routine and advanced infrared analysis.
The technical configuration below summarizes the Shimadzu IRTracer-100 platform specifications and the local LEAM/BBLab use context.
Michelson architecture
Advanced dynamic alignment and sealed optical path with dehumidification.
7,800 to 350 cm-1
Mid-infrared region according to the manufacturer's standard configuration.
0.25 to 16 cm-1
Selectable spectral resolution for method development and routine analyses.
S/N >= 60,000:1
High-sensitivity measurements for biomaterials and surface characterization.
Transmission, reflection, ATR-ready
Local accessory availability and sample preparation requirements are confirmed during scheduling.
Instrument specifications summarized from Shimadzu's official IRTracer-100 documentation .
Committees
Governance for scientific quality, access, and responsible use.
EMU Coordination
Coordinates the EMU-FAPESP project, prioritization rules, reporting, and alignment with LEAM/ITA and BBLab research activities.
Technical Operation
Evaluates sample compatibility, defines measurement conditions, and supports user training or assisted measurements.
Access Review
Reviews external requests, feasibility, queue organization, biosafety or chemical safety constraints, and acknowledgment requirements.
External Access Policy
Open, traceable access for academic and collaborative users.
External users may request access to the FTIR facility for academic, collaborative, or service-oriented measurements. Scheduling is subject to technical feasibility, staff availability, sample safety, and EMU-FAPESP reporting requirements.
Request
Submit sample type, intended measurement mode, number of samples, and preferred dates.
Technical screening
LEAM/BBLab reviews feasibility, sample preparation needs, and operational safety.
Scheduling
Measurements are confirmed by email with user responsibilities and facility instructions.
Acknowledgment
Outputs should acknowledge BBLab/LEAM/ITA and the EMU-FAPESP infrastructure.
User Instructions
Prepare your FTIR request before scheduling.
Before the appointment
- Describe sample composition, physical form, and any safety restrictions.
- Indicate whether ATR, transmission, reflection, or another mode is desired.
- Declare solvents, biological residues, powders, fragile films, or reactive materials.
- Wait for technical confirmation before bringing or shipping samples.
During and after analysis
- Follow LEAM/BBLab safety rules and operator instructions.
- Bring labeled samples and any reference material required for interpretation.
- Do not operate the instrument without authorization or supervision.
- Use the facility acknowledgment in publications, theses, reports, and presentations.
Schedule
Schedule FTIR / Agendar FTIR / Reservar FTIR.
Use the global BBLab contact channel for scheduling, technical screening, and external access requests.