The Special Materials Committee (SpecMat) was formed to help labmembers:

1. bring new chemicals and materials into the lab;
2. learn how to use currently available or approved chemicals and materials in new ways.

The primary considerations of the SpecMat are:

1. to ensure safe use of new chemicals and materials
2. to minimize the possibility of contamination which may affect the research of others in the lab.

SpecMat sets the policy for the use of new, or existing materials, on a case by case basis. The committee considers such issues as storage, handling, and potential contamination issues with respect to the lab and equipment. SpecMat is committed to working with you to meet your processing needs, in a timely manner.

To bring in a new chemical/material that is not already either in-stock or in the inventory of acceptable materials, click <here> for a complete description of the procedure to follow. You must have approval BEFORE bringing any new material/chemical into lab or the building (CIS or CISX). To contact SpecMat by email, click <here>.

Labmembers should also consult SpectMat if they plan to use SNF standard materials and chemicals in a non-standard process.

To view previous new chemicals/materials requests recently submitted to SpecMat, click <here>.