Jasco 1500 Circular Dichroism Spectrometer

J-1500 CD Spectrometer

Jasco 1500 Circular Dichroism Spectrophotometer

Description

The Jasco J-1500 CD is an upgraded instrument funded by the UW Student Technology Fee.  It is operational and open to trained users.

Useful for:

  • Characterization of protein secondary structures
  • Protein unfolding
  • Stability studies with regards to denaturation, temperature and buffer composition
  • Structural changes due to ligand binding interactions

Features

  • Xenon arc lamp source
  • Nitrogen purged sample compartment
  • 6 cell sample changer for cuvettes ranging from 1cm to 0.2mm pathlengths.
  • Spectral range of 180 to 950nm 
  • Peltier for temperature control from -40 to 130°C

Training Required

Yes

Location

Bagley 83