Facilities
The Cain Department of Chemical Engineering has a fully-staffed research and development facility referred to as the "ChemE Shop."
The research and development facility staff is experienced in the design and fabrication of experimental equipment for the department with over $1.5 million worth of equipment available.
It is equipped with CNC turning, CNC milling, automated surface grinding, water-jet, laser engraver, overarm spindle polisher, and all conventional machine shop equipment. The staff is experienced in design software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCad, and the latest CAD/CAM software.
SIF serves as a centralized resource for advanced research, education, and collaboration across various scientific disciplines. The facility provides state-of-the-art equipment and expertise, enabling researchers to conduct cutting-edge investigations in materials science, chemistry, engineering, and life sciences.
SIF focuses on promoting innovation and excellence in research by offering high-end analytical and imaging instruments, including electron microscopes, X-ray diffraction systems, and surface analysis tools.
The LSU NMR Facility serves as a vital resource for advancing research, education, and collaboration in molecular structure and dynamics analysis across the university.
The facility provides cutting-edge NMR spectroscopy capabilities, enabling precise investigation of complex molecular systems for a diverse range of disciplines, including chemistry, biology, materials science, and engineering. Its advanced instrumentation and expert support empower researchers to uncover new insights into molecular interactions, structural properties, and reaction mechanisms.
Located in the Chemistry & Materials Building, the NMR Facility occupies state-of-the-art lab space, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers from various departments and colleges at LSU. Through partnerships with academic and industrial entities, the facility supports innovative research projects, graduate training, and educational initiatives, reinforcing LSU’s commitment to scientific discovery and technological advancement.
The LSU Nanofabrication Facility supports education, research, and innovation in advanced materials and nanoscale devices, serving as a hub for academic and industrial collaboration.
As a core facility, the center offers state-of-the-art tools and expertise for micro- and nanofabrication, enabling the development of novel materials, devices, and systems for diverse applications, including semiconductors, optoelectronics, energy storage, and biomedical devices.
The facility provides students and researchers with hands-on training in nanofabrication techniques, fostering expertise in areas such as thin-film deposition, photolithography, etching, and metrology. By serving both academic and industry users, the LSU Nanofabrication Facility bridges fundamental research and applied technology, contributing to advancements that shape industries and support workforce development in nanotechnology and related fields.
The LSU Center for Advanced Microstructures and Devices (CAMD) was established with the vision of advancing synchrotron-based research and enabling transformative innovations in science, engineering, and technology. CAMD serves as a hub for developing scalable solutions in microfabrication, materials science, and advanced imaging, bridging the gap between fundamental research and real-world applications.
CAMD is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art facilities for X-ray lithography, spectroscopy, diffraction, and imaging. These capabilities support breakthroughs in areas such as semiconductor manufacturing, biomedical research, energy storage, and environmental monitoring. The center fosters collaboration among academia, industry, and government, empowering users to translate scientific discoveries into impactful technologies.
By creating a versatile platform for high-throughput research and nanofabrication, CAMD is contributing to advancements that influence sectors like healthcare, electronics, and energy sustainability. As a cornerstone of innovation at LSU, CAMD supports interdisciplinary research and workforce development to drive the next generation of scientific and industrial advancements.
Center for Advanced Microstructures and Devices (CAMD) Website
(HPC) designs and operates cutting-edge computational resources that empower transformative research and innovation. Its mission is to drive scientific discovery and societal advancement by providing advanced computing technologies and expert support to the LSU community and beyond.
The center delivers world-class computing power, data storage, and software tools to address complex challenges in fields such as materials science, bioinformatics, environmental modeling, and engineering. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and offering training in computational methodologies, LSU HPC plays a pivotal role in advancing research, education, and innovation.