The Division of Chemistry provides specialized expertise in analytical chemistry to support NCTR research initiatives and the conduct of fundamental and applied research projects in support of the FDA.

The strategic goals of the Division are:

1. the rapid development and modification of complex techniques required to conduct research initiatives in collaboration with the eight research divisions of the NCTR;
2. provide quality control and surveillance analysis of animal feed and bedding, test agents, and dosed feed;
3. the creation, development, or modification of instruments and methods to facilitate the measurement of analyte levels in complex matrices encountered in biological samples and foods and other FDA-regulated products; and
4. to respond to special initiatives in support of the FDA’s regulatory and enforcement programs. These goals are realized by a team that includes both support and research chemists.

The NCTR Research Plans and Accomplishments Document contains information on the latest accomplishments and plans for the Division of Chemistry as well as project and publication listings.