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South Carolina
In 2016, South Carolina-based federal agencies and laboratories received a federal R&D investment of $460 million. They leveraged that investment via their technology transfer efforts to address societal needs, promote economic development and growth, and enhance U.S. competitiveness. From defense to life sciences to energy to agriculture, South Carolina-based federal agencies and labs are meeting the technology transfer mission envisioned by Congress.
Connect with South Carolina's Labs
To learn more about, and connect with, South Carolina’s FLC member laboratories, visit the FLC Business. The web-based, searchable database displays laboratory profiles with information such as contacts, areas of expertise, laboratory history, website links, and more.
Federal Obligations for R&D in South Carolina, 2016 ($ thousands)
| AGENCY | TOTAL |
|---|---|
| All agencies | 460,869 |
| Department of Agriculture | 24,757 |
| Department of Commerce | 22,911 |
| Department of Defense | 116,516 |
| Department of Energy | 48,279 |
| Department of Health and Human Services | 180,592 |
| Department of Homeland Security | 6,232 |
| Department of the Interior | 8,831 |
| Department of Transportation | 1,132 |
| Environmental Protection Agency | 828 |
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration | 2,020 |
| National Science Foundation | 48,771 |
Source: NSF Science and Engineering Profiles
Reps
Michael Merriken
facilitiesandequipment
Aiken County Technology Laboratory (ACTL)
Savannah River Site Aiken SC 29808
The Aiken County Technology Laboratory (ACTL) was established at Aiken County's Savannah River Research Campus to provide modern laboratory facilities for SRNL's unclassified research and development in the fields of waste management, environmental sciences, and biotechnology. The County-owned...
available technology
ALPES: Aerosol-to-Liquid Particle Extraction System
ALPES is a device that uses electrostatic precipitation to collect and concentrate airborne agents in a liquid sample for onsite or laboratory analysis. The collection efficiency is 85% to 92% depending on the size of the particles. The Aerosol-to-Liquid Particle Extraction System (ALPES) is...
facilitiesandequipment
Analytical Laboratories
Savannah River Site Aiken SC 29808
The Savannah River National Laboratory's (SRNL) Analytical Laboratories have supported SRS operations for more than 55 years, providing high quality analytical, radiometric and environmental monitoring data to a range of customers. Since the mid-1950s, the labs have provided a diverse array of...
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Atomic force microscope with combined FTIR-Raman spectroscopy having a micro thermal analyzer
An atomic force microscope is provided that includes a micro thermal analyzer with a tip. The micro thermal analyzer is configured for obtaining topographical data from a sample. A raman spectrometer is included and is configured for use in obtaining chemical data from the sample.
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BaroBall: Control Valve with Volume Flow Measurement
Barometric pumping is a remediation technique that removes volatile contaminants from soil in the vadose zone, above the water table. The BaroBall control valve increases the efficiency of barometric pumping and allows natural soil gas to flow out of an underground well, while restricting air flow...
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Biomass and Coal into Liquid Fuel with CO2 Capture: New Single-step hydrolysis process co-converts coal and any biomass to liquid fuel
A scientist at the U.S. Department of Energy's Savannah River National Laboratory has developed a new and efficient process to produce biofuels from coal and other biomass. The new single-step hydrolysis process co-converts coal and any biomass to a liquid fuel while generating a high purity carbon...
available technology
available technology
BioTiger: (Biological Enhancement of Hydrocarbon Extraction)
Scientists at the Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) have discovered a new environmental biocatalyst for improving the recovery of hydrocarbons entrained in sediments utilizing a patented consortium of microbes known as BioTigerTM. BioTigerTMcomprises unique and balanced strains of natural...
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Colorimetric detection of uranium in water
Disclosed are methods, materials and systems that can be used to determine qualitatively or quantitatively the level of uranium contamination in water samples. Beneficially, disclosed systems are relatively simple and cost-effective. For example, disclosed systems can be utilized by consumers...