Catalysis and Separations Core
The core enables data-centric research in the areas of catalysis and separations.
Research Cores Staff
Chemical and Biophysical Instrumentation Center Staff
The Center staff oversees an extensive collection of scientific instruments and trains researchers to use them to analyze samples for their research. They also receive samples to collect data for researchers.
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Brandon Mercado
Director, Structural Science FacilityChemical and Biophysical Instrumentation Center
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Carpentry, Glassblowing, and Machinist Staff
Our research support staff are here to help you with your research project needs, be it modifying an instrument or installing laboratory accessories.
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Edward Ginter
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David Johnson
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Preston Smith
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Daryl Smith
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Vincent Bernardo, Jr.
Director, Gibbs Machine Shop
Cores Staff in the News
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Meet Yale’s maestro of MicroED
A new technology upgrade brings microcrystal electron diffraction — which helps determine the atomic structure of small crystals — to the Yale campus.
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Yale’s Scientific Glassblowing Laboratory: The craftsmen advancing research with art
Daryl and Preston Smith, a trusted father-son duo, run Yale’s Scientific Glassblowing Laboratory, creating custom research equipment.
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Brandon Mercado receives Lorimer Award for distinguished service
Brandon Mercado has been honored with the Linda K. Lorimer Award for Distinguished Service for his commitment to excellence and innovative thinking.
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Staff Orbital: Mercado uncovers molecular motifs with a crystal and a camera
In this Q&A, Chemistry’s X-ray crystallographer talks about how he helps researchers determine the identities of the molecules they’re working with.
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The Glass Smiths — The family craftsmen behind Yale’s Glass Shop
In a video, the father-son team of glassblowers in Yale’s Glass Shop discuss their rare craft and its critical role in supporting the university.
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