The Chemistry Centre, a leading authority in scientific expertise based in Brisbane’s Department of Environment, Science and Innovation, is celebrating 30-years of continuous NATA accreditation. This achievement highlights the Centre’s commitment to providing high-quality analytical services and key contributions to environmental chemistry in Queensland and across Australia.
Established in 1897 to support Queensland farmers in developing their agricultural skills, the Centre has cemented its role in supporting government research, monitoring programs, and producing influential scientific literature.
We spoke to Dr Muhsen Aljada, Science Leader at The Chemistry Centre.
“NATA accreditation was a natural progression in the Centre’s evolution, recognising our high standards and technical proficiency. We were initially accredited for our analytical methods in water, soil, and plant matrices, and have since expanded our scope to include a wider range of environmental samples and emerging contaminants. This expansion has helped shape research and policy development in agriculture, water quality, and resource management.
“NATA accreditation has also been instrumental in reinforcing the Centre’s reputation for excellence and building client confidence. It has facilitated crucial industry success by ensuring accurate, consistent, and reliable data, vital for environmental monitoring programs throughout Queensland and the Northern Territory.”
For those seeking NATA accreditation, Dr Aljada, offered this advice:
“Aim for excellence, uphold procedural integrity, and commit to continuous improvement. Accreditation is not an end goal but a journey of maintaining the highest standards in scientific analysis.”
As the Centre marks 30-years of accredited service, Dr Aljada also notes the importance of the convergence of tradition with innovation, where every sample analysed provides insights that contribute to sustainable environmental solutions.
“This milestone celebration is an open invitation to all who value expert analysis and seek partnership with a laboratory where a rich history guides pioneering scientific discovery,” concluded Dr Aldaja.
