Chemistry & Chemical Engineering

We resolve environmental issues by developing new technologies for sampling and analysis of components. We specialize in food safety, organic and inorganic analysis, radiochemistry, forensics and more.

The staff develops technologies and performs services for the petroleum, chemical, power, and alternative fuels industries. With a “concept to commercialization” development process, we assist clients using process simulation, laboratory investigations, bench-scale development, and the design and operation of pilot and demonstration plants. Our laboratories are equipped for process, physical, chemical, and biological studies. We offer hydrocarbon characterization, physical property determination, and analytical testing.

As one of the world’s largest organizations dedicated to fire research and evaluations, we offer consultation, listing and labeling services, third-party sampling, and inspections and engineering expertise to resolve fire and explosion challenges. We have a rich history and extensive experience in fire dynamics. We have developed unique engineering and scientific resources for the resolution of fire and explosion safety issues, to serve clients in the construction, transportation, chemical and petrochemical, nuclear, and telecommunications industries.

Our staff specializes in drug and biologic discovery from early clinical development to fully integrated pharmaceuticals. Our experienced staff can expedite novel solutions to pharmaceutical, regenerative medicine or medical device challenges. We have expertise developing and repurposing drug candidates and providing clinical supplies by means of our FDA-inspected clean Good Manufacturing Practices facilities. Our microencapsulation services provide specialized formulations for every route of administration. SwRI’s capabilities in bioengineered materials and regenerative medicine can be applied to the development of medical devices under our inspected ISO 13485 protocols.