Why become an independent user

The Hultgren Laboratory plays a vital role in training the next genration of research engineers and scientists by providing access to advanced infraturcture for hands-on materials preparation and charcterisation. While theoretical knowledge is essential, practical laboratory skills are critical for understanding how materials behave in real-world conditions.

At the Hultgren Laboratory, students and researchers can gain direct experience with sample preparation techniques and analytical instruments across the macro-, micro- and nano-scales. This hands-on training, together with time using the tools and instruments, helps equip people with the technical competences and experimental abilities needed for research and innovation. These skills enhance career opportunities.

Becoming an independent user of the laboratory allows researchers to work more efficiently and gain deeper insight into their experiments. Independent users can prepare and analyse samples directly, adjust experimental parameters in real time, and quickly repeat or refine measurements or methods when needed. This flexbility accelerates the research process. and is typically a more cost effective option when working with large numbers of samples.