Ultra-clean sampling and analysis for trace elements in natural waters, sediments, and biological tissues
Biogeochemical cycling of trace elements, metalloids, radionuclides, and dissolved organic carbon in natural waters
Bioaccumulation and food chain transfer of potentially toxic elements
Atmospheric transport processes and fluxes of trace elements and radionuclides into coastal waters
Sediment-water exchange process
Particle dynamics in water and in sediments; Sediment transport and erosion processes
Geochronology of sediments, carbonate, and other deposits
Development of analytical techniques for chemical and phase speciation of trace elements and metalloids in natural waters

The LOER contains state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation for determination of major, minor, and trace constituents and radionuclides in environmental samples.

The LOER is not a high volume analytical consulting laboratory.  We principally specialize in high quality analytical and field work.  We are not organized to provide rush analytical services.  Our normal turn around time for analytical services is typically 30-45 days.  Special arrangements must be made for faster services and a surcharge will be applied.

Normal payment period is net 30 days after receipt of invoice.

Because the LOER is part of the Texas A & M University System, we consider all data generated by the Laboratory to be open, non-confidential, and available for publication in scientific reports by LOER laboratory participants.

We follow state-of-the-art research level protocols in all our field and analytical work.  This includes: