Ron Xu

 

Analytical Technologist

705.766.0632
ron.xu@ontario.ca

 

 

 

Areas of Expertise

  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Computer Software for Lab Automation

Current Activities

  • Conduct a variety of chemical testing.
  • Perform quality control procedures and inter-lab tests.
  • Ensure samples are analyzed and consistent with the requirements of Ontario regulations.
  • Maintain, update and enhance laboratory workstations.
  • Update, develop and review analytical methods.
  • Train students and partners in routine methods and operating procedures.
  • Provide lab support for students, partners and ministry staff.
  • Update computer software for computer application interfaces, analytical instrument optimization and lab automation.
  • Design, implement and test new software to improve lab turnaround times and enhance lab load capacities.

Accomplishments

  • High performance TP * workstation
  • High performance DOC-Si ** workstation
  • Samples analyzed:
     
    Year TP DOC-Si Cations***
    2004 9474    
    2005 10325    
    2006 10083    
    2007 8949    
    2008 10806    
    2009 930 2294 2386
    2010 2000 2673 2807

      *: total phosphorus
    **: dissolved organic carbon and silicate
    ***: sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium

     

Education

  • M.Sc., Chemistry, Laurentian University, Canada
  • M.Sc., Information & System Science, Carleton University, Canada