What the facility does
Research on designing and studying boron compounds
Areas of expertise
The Westcott/Wild Toad Research Laboratory is equipped to study all aspects of boron chemistry, including compounds that are reactive to air and water, in an effort to design green boron candidates for applications in pharmaceutical and agricultural industries.
Research services
Synthesis of boron-containing compounds using inert-atmosphere (no air/water) and wet-chemistry techniques.
Sectors of application
- Agriculture, animal science and food
- Chemical industries
- Education
- Fisheries and aquaculture
- Life sciences, pharmaceuticals and medical equipment
Specialized labs and equipment
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Specialized lab |
Equipment |
Function |
|---|---|---|
|
Wild Toad Research |
Inert atmosphere glovebox |
Can perform chemistry without exposure to air or water |
Private and public sector research partners
- DuPont Agricultural Products
- Syngenta Canada Inc.
- Promerus Inc.
- Kelly Cove Salmon Ltd.