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Applied Environmental Research Laboratories

About Us

The Applied Environmental Research Laboratories (AERL) conducts pure and applied research in the environmental and bioanalytical sciences, and supports the training of highly qualified personnel in trace level chemical analysis.

Our facilities are well equipped for chemical measurements by both traditional and emerging methods. The AERL team has a range of expertise and access to instrumental methods used to identify and quantify contaminants and naturally occurring substances.

Many of our projects involve the development and use of direct mass spectrometry instrumentation and strategies for real-time, ultra trace level chemical analysis.

Collaborate - Innovate - Disseminate - Educate - Local Touch - Global Reach

Research Projects

The AERL specializes in collaborative research projects involving faculty, students, private sector and community partnerships

Direct Mass Spectrometry where and when it's needed

Infield testing during Alberta oilsands mass spectrometry campaign in the Fort McMurray area

Our Students

AERL's high caliber students are doing science that is recognized internationally

Government of British Columbia

 

Mitacs

NSERC

 

Fraser Basin Council

 

Stat Oil

atural Resources Canada

 

Canada Foundation for Innovation