Unlock the Power of Stable Isotopes for Your Research!
Are you planning to use stable isotopes in your research? Whether you’re new to the field or looking to strengthen your foundation, this course is your essential first step.
In just one hour of video content, you’ll gain a clear understanding of isotope geochemistry, how isotopes behave in natural systems, and the fundamental principles that underpin stable isotope applications. Completing the course will earn you a certificate worth 5 hours of CPD, and you’ll test your knowledge with a short quiz at the end to reinforce your learning.
What You’ll Learn:
✔️ What are Stable Isotopes? – Understanding atomic structure, isotope notation, and why isotopes matter in environmental science.
✔️ Isotope Fractionation – How physical, chemical, and biological processes affect isotope distributions.
✔️ Equilibrium vs. Kinetic Fractionation – The difference between reversible and unidirectional isotope processes.
✔️ Delta Notation & Standardisation – How isotope compositions are reported, ensuring global comparability in research.
✔️ Fractionation Factors – How temperature and thermodynamics influence isotope partitioning.
At the end of the course, you’ll take a short test to check your understanding. Pass the test, and you’ll receive a certificate of completion, worth 5 hours of CPD—a great addition to your professional development portfolio.
This course is essential before taking any of our advanced stable isotope courses, such as the upcoming Stable Isotopes in Ecology. It ensures you’re ready to apply isotope techniques in a range of fields, from palaeoclimate studies to biological and environmental research.
Plus, you’ll get expert insights from the National Environmental Isotope Facility (NEIF), helping you plan your research—from sample collection to lab analysis, and data publication.
