1. INTRODUCTION

Previously known as the Aquatic Resources Practice Room, according to Decision No. 6404/QĐ-ĐHCT under the project to upgrade Can Tho University, the laboratory has now been established as the Environmental Biology Laboratory and the Advanced Environmental Biology Laboratory. This specialized laboratory serves teaching and research purposes. The laboratory operates regularly, allowing students and researchers to conduct practical experiments, consolidate theoretical knowledge, support specialized courses, and assist in scientific research for staff and students.

2. PERSONNEL

3. LABORATORY LOCATION

Rooms 3.29 and 3.30, RLC Building

4. LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

The laboratory is equipped with various specialized tools and devices. It also collaborates with other laboratories within the department to ensure comprehensive support for learning and research activities.

The laboratory's equipment is primarily funded by government budgets and international cooperation programs, particularly Japan's ODA program.

Main laboratory equipment:

No. Equipment Name Manufacturer Model Country
1 Microscope Camera Olympus DP22 Japan
2 CO2 Incubation Chamber Esco CCL-170 Indonesia
3 UV/VIS Spectrophotometer Hitachi UH5300 Japan/China
4 Autoclave Hirayama HV-110 Japan
5 Incubated Shaker Thermo Scientific MaxQ 420 HP USA
6 Microscope Olympus BX43 Japan
7 Environmental Chamber Thermo Fisher Scientific 3907 USA
8 Freezer PHC Corporation MDF-U33V-PB Japan
9 Elemental Analyzer & Mass Spectrometer PerkinElmer Shimadzu 2400 Series II GC-2014 UK and Japan
10 Drying Manifold Martin Christ Beta 2-8 LSCplus Germany
11 Soil Gas Flux Measurement LI-COR LI-8100A USA
12 Rotary Evaporator Vacuum System Buchi R-300 Switzerland
13 Oven Memmert UF1060Plus Germany
14 Water Purifier Young In Chromass aquaMAX Ultra 373 Korea
15 Underwater Light Sensor LI-COR LI-192SA USA
16 Shaking Waterbath Julabo SW23 Germany
17 Balance Mettler Toledo MS105 Switzerland
18 Screen Sieve Set Humboldt Various models USA

5. FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

The Environmental Biology Laboratory and Advanced Environmental Biology Laboratory ensure two main functions: practical teaching and supporting scientific research.

Analytical capabilities of the Environmental Biology Laboratory and Advanced Environmental Biology Laboratory:

Laboratory Name Key Analytical Parameters Key Equipment
Advanced Environmental Microbiology Laboratory (Room 3.30) Microbial analysis Incubated Shaker-MaxQ 420, Environmental Chamber-3907-Thermo
Aquatic Resources Laboratory (Room 3.31) Plankton (Zooplankton and Phytoplankton) Electron Microscope-BX43-Olympus
Environmental Biology Laboratory (Room 3.32) CHNS and O Elemental Analysis Elemental Analyzer-2014-PerkinElmer Shimadzu
  CH4, N2O gases GC-2400 Series II GC
  Freeze-drying (lyophilization) of microorganisms and samples Freeze Dryer-Beta 2-8-Martin Christ

6. RESEARCH AND APPLICATION AREAS

  • Teach
  • ing theoretical and practical courses such as: Basic Ecology, Aquatic Ecosystems, Capstone Project in Natural Resources and Environment, etc.
  • Guiding student internships
  • Research on the correlation between organisms and the environment, practice in methods of sampling biological resources, practice in methods of analyzing biological and microbial samples, etc.
  • Analysis of the biodiversity of aquatic indicator species and benthic organisms for assessing soil and water environmental quality
  • Supporting research and analysis in domestic and international cooperation projects
  • Biodiversity sample storage, etc.

7. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTIONS

  • The laboratory develops human resources, regularly sending staff for training to improve professional skills.
  • The laboratory will continue to enhance and fully equip devices to support practical teaching and research projects in the specialized field as well as other related fields.

8. LABORATORY ACTIVITIES

 

 

 

1. INTRODUCTION

Previously known as the Environmental Quality Practice Room, according to Decision No. 6404/QĐ-ĐHCT under the project to upgrade Can Tho University, the laboratory has now been established as the Soil and Water Environment Laboratory and the Advanced Soil and Water Environment Laboratory. This specialized laboratory serves teaching and research purposes. The laboratory operates regularly, allowing students and researchers to conduct practical experiments, consolidate theoretical knowledge, support specialized courses, and assist in scientific research for staff and students.

2. PERSONNEL

3. LABORATORY LOCATION

Rooms 4.29 and 4.30, RLC Building

4. LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

The laboratory is equipped with various specialized tools and devices. It also collaborates with other laboratories within the department to ensure comprehensive support for learning and research activities.

The laboratory's equipment is primarily funded by government budgets and international cooperation programs, particularly Japan's ODA program.

Main laboratory equipment:

No. Equipment Name Manufacturer Model Country
1 Ion Chromatography Set Thermo Scientific Dionex ICS-6000 USA
2 Balance A&D GF-224A Japan
3 Waterbath Memmert WNB 14 Germany
4 Muffle Furnace Nabertherm LT 40/12 Germany
5 Autoburette Duran 24 318 33 56 Germany
6 Vacuum Filtration ISO LAB 043.03.001 Turkey
7 Vacuum Pump Eyela A-1000S Japan
8 TOC Analyzers Shimadzu TOC-LCPH Japan
9 Turbidimeter Hach TL2300 China
10 Soil Texture Analysis Eijkelkamp 08.16.SA Netherlands
11 Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers Teledyne Sentinel V20 USA
12 Total Station Topcon OS-101 Japan
13 Centrifuge Sigma 6-16HS Germany

5. FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

The Soil and Water Environment Laboratory and Advanced Soil and Water Environment Laboratory ensure two main functions: practical teaching and supporting scientific research.

Analytical capabilities of the Soil and Water Environment Laboratory and Advanced Soil and Water Environment Laboratory:

Laboratory Name Key Analytical Parameters Key Equipment
Soil and Water Environment and Advanced Soil and Water Environment TOC/TN, IC, TC TNM-L ANALYSER
  NH4+, NO2-, NO3-, PO43- ICS-6000DC Ion Chromatography
  Soil water saturation DM-PASK-KIT-2PCAG

6. RESEARCH AND APPLICATION AREAS

  • Teaching theoretical and practical courses such as: Environmental Monitoring Practice, Environmental Microbiology Practice, Environmental Microbiology, etc.
  • Guiding student internships
  • The laboratory has functions for research in environmental quality analysis, water and soil parameters analysis;
  • Conducting experiments on environmental quality and environmental monitoring research;
  • Supporting research and analysis in domestic and international cooperation projects.

7. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTIONS

  • The laboratory develops human resources, regularly sending staff for training to improve professional skills.
  • The laboratory will continue to enhance and fully equip devices to support practical teaching and research projects in the specialized field as well as other related fields.

8. LABORATORY ACTIVITIES

 

 

 

1. INTRODUCTION

Formerly known as the Environmental Toxicology Practice Room, under Decision No. 6404/QD-ĐHCT as part of the project to upgrade Can Tho University, it has now been established as the Environmental Toxicology and Advanced Environmental Toxicology Laboratory. This laboratory specializes in supporting teaching and research activities. The laboratory operates regularly, providing opportunities for students and learners to practice and conduct experiments, reinforcing theoretical knowledge, supporting specialized courses, and serving the scientific research needs of both faculty and students.

2. PERSONNEL

Laboratory Head: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Trần Sỹ Nam

3. LABORATORY LOCATION

Rooms 4.27 and 4.28, RLC building

4. LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

The laboratory is fully equipped with specialized instruments and tools. It also coordinates with other laboratories within the faculty to ensure comprehensive support for both teaching and research. The laboratory's equipment is primarily funded through the state budget and international cooperation programs, particularly Japan's ODA program.

Some of the main equipment in the laboratory includes:

No. Equipment Name Manufacturer Model Country
1 Centrifuge Eppendorf Himac CR22N Japan
2 Microwave Digester Anton Paar Multiwave 5000 Austria
3 Balance Mettler Toledo MS205DU Switzerland
4 Flow Analyzer Set FIA Lab FIALYZER-1000 USA
5 UV/VIS Spectrophotometer Hitachi UH5300 Japan
6 Vortex-mixer IKA MS 3 basic Malaysia
7 Micropipette Mettler Toledo - Rainin L-1000XLS USA
8 GC Electron Capture Detector Shimadzu ECD-2014 Japan
9 Incubator Memmert IN160 Germany
10 Kjeldahl Digester Gerhardt VAP500 Germany
11 Oven Memmert IN160 Germany
12 EC/TDS/Sal Meter, pH, DO, Eh TOA DKK MM-41DP Japan

5. LABORATORY FUNCTIONS AND CAPACITY

The Environmental Toxicology and Advanced Environmental Toxicology Laboratory is primarily responsible for practical teaching and supporting scientific research.

Laboratory Capabilities

Parameter Applicable Standard
pH TCVN 6492:2011
EC SMEWW 2510-B
Salinity SMEWW 2520-B
Turbidity TCVN 6184-1996, SMEWW 2130 B
Color TCVN 6185-1996, SMEWW 2120
DO TCVN 7324:2004
BOD520 TCVN 6001-1:2008
COD TCVN 6491:1999, SMEWW 5220.C:2012
Total Hardness TCVN 6177:1996, SMEMW 2340.B:2012
Total Solids (TS) SMEWW 2540.B
Suspended Solids (TSS) TCVN 6625:2000, SMEWW 2540.D
Dissolved Solids (TDS) SMEWW 2540.C:2012
Total Iron TCVN 6177-1996, SMEWW 3500-Fe
Total Nitrogen (TN) SMEWW 4500-N.B, 4500-N.C
N-NH4+ SMEWW-4500-NH3.F:2012
N-NO3- TCVN 6180-1996, SMEWW 4500-NO3–B
N-NO2- SMEWW 4500-NO2.B:2012
Total Phosphorus (P) SMEWW-4500-P.B:2012
P-PO43- SMEWW-4500-P.E:2012
Organochlorine Pesticides TCVN 9241:2012
Organophosphorus Pesticides International standards
Carbamate Pesticides International standards
Pyrethroid Pesticides International standards
Volatile Organic Acids International standards
Enzyme Activity (ChE) Determined using spectrophotometry
Acute Toxicity (LC50) International standards

6. RESEARCH AND APPLICATION FIELDS

  • Teaching theoretical and practical courses such as Environmental Impact Assessment, Risk Assessment, Applied Environmental Chemistry, Renewable Energy, etc.
  • Guiding student internships.
  • Conducting research in the field of environmental toxicology, including experiments to determine the LC50 of pollutants, and their effects on enzyme activities such as Cholinesterase, Acetylcholinesterase, and Butyrylcholinesterase.
  • Supporting research and analysis in both domestic and international collaborative projects.

7. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ORIENTATION

  • Developing human resources and regularly sending staff for training to improve professional skills.
  • Continuously enhancing and supplementing the necessary equipment to support practical teaching and research projects within the specialized field as well as related disciplines.

8. LABORATORY ACTIVITIES

 

1. INTRODUCTION

Previously known as the Aquatic Resources Practice Room, under Decision No. 6404/QD-ĐHCT as part of the project to upgrade Can Tho University, it has now been established as the Advance Environmental Technology laboratory. This specialized laboratory supports teaching and research activities. The laboratory operates regularly, providing opportunities for students and learners to practice and conduct experiments, reinforcing theoretical knowledge, supporting specialized courses, and serving the scientific research needs of both faculty and students.

2. PERSONNEL

Laboratory Head: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyễn Xuân Lộc

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3. LABORATORY LOCATION

Room 2.23, ATL building

4. LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

The laboratory is fully equipped with specialized instruments and tools. It also coordinates with other laboratories within the faculty to ensure comprehensive support for both teaching and research. The laboratory's equipment is primarily funded through the state budget and international cooperation programs, particularly Japan's ODA program.

Some of the main equipment in the laboratory includes:

No. Equipment Name Manufacturer Model Country
1 AASpectrometer PerkinElmer PinAAcle 900T Singapore
2 Microwave Digester Anton Paar Multiwave 5000 Austria
3 Balance Mettler Toledo MS205DU Switzerland
4 Mixer Buchi B-400 Switzerland
5 Photosynthesis Meter LI-CORBiosciences LI-6800 USA
6 Photosynthesis and Respiration System Hansatech Instruments Chlorolab3+ UK
7 Photosynthesis Yield Analyzer Walz MINI-PAM II Germany
8 Muffle Furnace Yamato FO200 Japan
9 Water Purification Merck Millipore DirectQ 3 UV France
10 Quantum Sensor LI-CORBiosciences LI-190R USA
11 UPS 2000VA Santak Santak C2KS China
12 HPLC Fluorescence Detector Thermos Fisher Scientific FLD-3400RS Germany

5. LABORATORY FUNCTIONS AND CAPACITY

The Advanced Environmental Engineering Laboratory fulfills two primary functions: practical teaching and supporting scientific research.

Analytical Capabilities of the Advanced Environmental Engineering Laboratory:

Laboratory Name Key Analytical Parameters Key Equipment
Advanced Environmental Engineering Heavy metals (Pb, As, Cr, Fe, Mn, Ca, K, Na, etc.) AA Spectrometer
Photosynthesis rate Photosynthesis Meter  
Photosynthesis efficiency Photosynthesis Yield Analyzer  

6. RESEARCH AND APPLICATION FIELDS

  • Teaching theoretical and practical courses such as Ecology, Wastewater Treatment, etc.
  • Guiding student internships.
  • The laboratory serves research in the field of environmental engineering, focusing on the effects of pollutants on organisms and the environment, as well as the impact of heavy metals in soil and water on organisms.
  • Supporting teaching and research in fields within the laboratory's function, including ecology, and the effects of pollutants and heavy metals on organisms and the soil and water environment.
  • Supporting research and analysis in both domestic and international collaborative projects.

7. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ORIENTATION

  • Developing human resources by regularly sending staff for training to improve professional skills.
  • Continuously enhancing and supplementing the necessary equipment to support practical teaching and research projects within the specialized field as well as related disciplines.

8. LABORATORY ACTIVITIES