RITS Laboratory
Shared instrumentation facility for materials characterization, chemical analysis, and more
What We Offer
The Research Instrumentation and Technical Support (RITS) Laboratory is a shared facility offering advanced chemical analysis and materials characterization capabilities to researchers within the University of Calgary and beyond. Operated on a fee‑for‑service basis by the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering and supported by a dedicated technical team, RITS provides instrumentation, training, and expertise to enable high‑quality research.
Microscopy
Spectroscopy
Materials Characterization
Particle Analysis
Chromatography
Sample Preparation
How to Get Started
Complete Training
Submit required authorization forms, then complete in-lab safety and instrument-specific training.
Featured Instrument
HORIBA XGT-9000
- Micro-XRF for elemental mapping and point analysis.
- Vacuum or ambient
- Up to 50um resolution
Location
We are located in the Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary, at 622 Collegiate Pl NW, Calgary, AB T2L 0Y2.
Lab Numbers:
- ENC 401 (primary lab)
- CCIT 062 (XRD, XRF, Raman)
Hours
- Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
- Closed on university holidays