Approval to use of Evans-Allen Research funds to purchase a Dual Channel Ion Chromatograph (Shimadzu) for use at the School of Agriculture, Communities, and the Environment (Atwood Building).

Kentucky State University's (KSU) College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences facilitates research and extension programs. Currently, there is no Dual Channel Ion Chromatograph to analyze nutrients in cationic or anionic forms of any environmental water or soil or wetland-extracted solution samples. This Ion Chromatography instrument will analyze cations and anions and other chemicals in water samples or any solution samples. Information on cationic and anionic nutrients of environmental samples is vital for obtaining insights into water pollution, as well as chemical load in waterbodies.

If approved, $86,578.40 in Evans-Allen research funds will be used to purchase a Dual Channel Ion Chromatograph, and $18,156 will be used to purchase a three-year (36 month) value plan from Shimadzu.

Acting President Dr. Michael Dailey recommends that the Board of Regents approve the purchase of the Dual Channel Ion Chromatograph and three-year value plan.

Approve the purchase of the Dual Channel Ion Chromatograph and three-year value plan.