Supply of Atomic Force Microscopy Platform to University of Bristol
University of Bristol · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply of Atomic Force Microscopy Platform to University of Bristol
Awarded 05 Sep 2024
Awarded05 Sep 2024
Value£868,989.00
AgencyUniversity of Bristol
RegionSouth West
CategoryResearch & Development
Expires in 10mo2y 12mo term, 72% elapsed
Awarded 5 Sept 2024Expires 4 Sept 2027
About
University of Bristol awarded a contract to Bruker UK Limited for the purchase of a UK-unique Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) technology platform to enhance bioscience research across multi-disciplinary programmes in life, health, physical and environmental sciences.
The contract, valued at AUD 868,989, was direct awarded under framework LAB3162 NW High Value Lab Equipment (HVLE).
Bruker UK Limited was selected for its unique combination of microscopy and spectroscopy capabilities and is named as a project partner within the BBSRC grant awarded to Dr Harniman.
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