Arizona Accelerator Mass Spectrometry Laboratory

Arizona Accelerator Mass Spectrometry Laboratory focuses on the study of cosmogenic isotopes, and in particular the study of radiocarbon, or Carbon-14. As a laboratory, part of its aim is to function as a research center, training center, and general community resource. Its stated mission is conducting original research in cosmogenic isotopes. The AMS laboratory was established in 1981 at the University of Arizona.[1][2]

This laboratory is used primarily to provide radiocarbon measurements. Hence, coverage in research areas is multidisciplinary. Coverage of dating objects includes general interest and scientific interest. For example, dating of the dead sea scrolls was accomplished using this method.[2][3]

  1. ^ "Our Aim". Stated aims and mission statement. University of Arizona. September 2010. Retrieved 2010-09-04.
  2. ^ a b "Accelerator Mass Spectrometry Laboratory". Highlights of appointed tasks. University of Arizona. September 2010. Retrieved 2010-09-04.
  3. ^ Andrews, John T. (1997). "Replication of accelerator mass spectrometry carbon-14 dates on the acid-insoluble fraction of Ross Sea surface sediments". Antarctic Journal of the United States Review 1997 (NSF grants - OPP 96-14287, EAR 95-08413, OPP 97-96266): 01. Retrieved 2010-09-04.