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Chemistry & Chemical Engineering

Performing research and technical services using chemistry and chemical engineering technology

The Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Division performs research and technical services for industrial and government clients using chemistry and chemical engineering technology. Some of the disciplines covered in the division are environmental engineering evaluations; chemical and process engineering; microencapsulation of substances to achieve a variety of targeted goals; polymer and material sciences; chemical demilitarization investigations; fire protection, certification, and testing services; and analytical services including analysis of any sample in any matrix, drug metabolism investigations, and method development component. SwRI's Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Division is ISO 9001:2008 registered.

Michael G. MacNaughton, Ph.D., Vice President

  • Microencapsulation & Nanomaterials
    • Microencapsulation
    • Material Development
    • Biochemistry and Biomaterial
    • Synthesis and Process Chemistry
    • Chemical Defense
  • Analytical & Environmental Chemistry
    • Bioanalytical Chemistry and Environmental Health
    • Quality Assurance
    • Organic
    • Inorganics/Radiochemistry
  • Environmental & Demilitarization Technology
    • Environmental Engineering and Monitoring
    • Demilitarization Laboratory Support
    • Umatilla Chemical Agent Disposal Facility
    • Pine Bluff Chemical Agent Disposal Facility
  • Fire Technology
    • Fire Testing Services
    • Material Flammability Testing
    • Engineering and Research Services
    • Listing, Labeling, and Follow-Up Inspection Services
  • Chemical Engineering
    • Process Chemistry
    • Chemical and Refining Process Development
    • Fuels and Energy Development
Benefiting government, industry and the public through innovative science and technology
Southwest Research Institute® (SwRI®), headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, is a multidisciplinary, independent, nonprofit, applied engineering and physical sciences research and development organization with 11 technical divisions.
01/25/12