This educational opportunity prepares future scientists. This educational opportunity prepares future scientists to be problem solvers of the future. The Gill Chair is committed to comprehensive basic research programs, essential for applied technology to advance and prosper. To enhance research at Lamar University and in the Gulf Coast Region, the Gill Chair will focus on acquiring the latest, advanced analytical capabilities in instrumentation. This includes the qualitative and quantitative determination of the elements present in chemical compounds, the molecular structure andf physical properties.
Analytical chemistry is a science and technology experiencing rapid growth and change.
It is having a major impact on materials science, clinical analysis, pharmaceutical research, quality control and environmental analysis. It is a project-oriented advanced research and educational facility dedicated to meeting the future challenges of environmental problems. In addition, the Laboratory supports many other projects by providing modern analytical techniques and instrumentation.