[Application Training Notice] 2023 Session A01 Advanced Training Course on NMR Technology and Applications

Since the discovery of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) by American scientists Bloch and Purcell in 1945, NMR technology has developed at an astonishing pace, evolving into a fully-fledged scientific discipline. Magnetic resonance has become a versatile analytical tool, indispensable for studying the microscopic structure of matter, and is now a cornerstone of modern clinical diagnostics. Beyond this, NMR research in industrial and other application areas continues to be a global focal point.

The emergence of low-field NMR, multidimensional NMR, and NMR imaging has transformed our understanding across multiple disciplines. As research in low-field NMR advances, its applications have expanded widely into fields such as petroleum and energy, geotechnical and mining engineering, food and agriculture, life sciences, and polymer materials. This training course is designed to deepen understanding and enhance practical skills in low-field NMR, enabling cross-disciplinary integration.

From 13th to 16th June 2023, the 2023A01 Advanced Training Course on NMR Technology and Applications (All Domains), organised by the NMR Expert Group of the Analytical Instrument Branch of the China Instrument and Control Society, will be held in the scenic Suzhou Science and Technology City. This course will cover NMR principles, technical applications, software operations, hardware fundamentals, case studies, and hands-on exercises, equipping participants with practical NMR skills for their respective fields.

1. Organising Units

 

Organiser: NMR Expert Group, Analytical Instrument Branch, China Instrument and Control Society

Host: Suzhou Niumai Analytical Instruments Co., Ltd. (Postdoctoral Research Station & Customer Service Department)

Co-Host: Suzhou Tainiu Testing Services Co., Ltd.

2. Training Schedule & Venue

 

Registration: Afternoon of 13th June 2023; Training sessions: 14th – 16th June (Tuesday to Friday)

Venue: Building 2, Suzhou High-Tech Software Park, 78 Keling Road, Suzhou High-Tech Zone / 97 Qinglian Road, Hushu Town, Suzhou High-Tech Zone

Format: Small-group teaching, expert-led sessions, professional guidance, hands-on operation, interactive discussion, and on-site inspection.

3. Course Content

 

– Concepts, phenomena, and principles of nuclear magnetic resonance

– NMR imaging, algorithm implementation, and sequence introduction

– NMR instrument components, structure, hardware, and applications

– Basic software operation, instrument and sequence parameter selection, and data processing

– Innovative applications of NMR across multiple domains

(1) Applications of NMR in petroleum and energy industries      (2) Applications of NMR in geotechnical and mining engineering

(3) Applications of NMR in food, agriculture, and materials      (4) Hands-on lab experiments for participants (bring your own samples if desired)

4. Instructor Profiles

 

Hongying Yao, Senior Lecturer, Physics Teaching & Experiment Center, Fudan University. Graduated from Fudan University’s Physics Department, specialising in university-level experimental teaching, with extensive experience in modern physics, medical physics, and high-temperature superconducting NMR imaging.

Jun Yan, PhD, University of Edinburgh, UK; British geophysics expert; Director of the Postdoctoral Research Station at Suzhou Niumai; Adjunct Professor at Shanghai University and Southwest Petroleum University. Research focuses on integrating NMR technology with petroleum exploration, development, and field applications.

Dr. Chen, PhD in Materials Science & Engineering, Nanjing University of Technology; postdoctoral researcher at Suzhou Niumai and Shanghai University, specialising in applications of low-field NMR in civil engineering, geotechnical, and materials science.

Dr. Hua, PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Shanghai University. Postdoctoral alumnus of Suzhou Niumai and Shanghai University since 2018, engaged in research on low-field NMR applications in petroleum engineering, core displacement analysis, parameter selection, and data processing.

Mr. Lin, Testing Centre Engineer, Master’s in Food Science and Engineering from Dalian Polytechnic University. Experienced in NMR testing and analysis for food, agriculture, aquaculture, and materials, with extensive hands-on expertise.

5. Training Fees

 

Fee: ¥3,280 per participant, covering training, course materials, lab access, meals, field visits, and certificate of completion.

Accommodation costs are not included; organisers can assist with arrangements.

Note: Full-time students and postgraduates receive a 10% discount on all fees except accommodation.

6. Registration

 

Registration is accepted via phone, QR code, or other available methods.

Registration Deadline: 4th June 2023

Contacts: He Leilei, Gong Yan

Phone: 18939912673, 18852908050

Payment Methods: 1. On-site payment (cash or card);

2. Bank transfer (please indicate your organisation, name, and course code):

Account Name: Suzhou Tainiu Testing Services Co., Ltd.

Bank: Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Suzhou Science & Technology City Branch

Account Number: 1102181009000042542