Specialist chemistry consulting and contract research services
Our colleagues at Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Enterprise Solutions (CChES) offer world-leading chemistry and chemical engineering capabilities, powered by state-of-the-art equipment and the latest research evidence and knowledge.
CChES enables industry clients to:
- tap into chemistry and chemical engineering consultancy services and research for actionable insights
- access advanced chemistry and chemical engineering labs and instrumentation
- upskill through professional development delivered by expert educators

The CChES team’s expertise spans the breadth of chemistry and chemical engineering, including materials innovation and characterisation, electrochemical and sensor technologies, chemical analysis and imaging, and custom synthesis.
They bring extensive experience of industry partnerships and projects, in sectors ranging from green energy and sustainable manufacturing to new pharmaceuticals and diagnostic techniques.
Depending on your project, we can tailor a package that combines nC2’s expertise in materials science and engineering with CChES’s specialist knowledge and facilities.
Like nC2, CChES is part of the University of Southampton, so it’s underpinned by deep evidence-based research knowledge, bringing the latest scientific advances and technical insights to your project.
Talk to us about your requirements
Dr Ilaria Corni, our Head of Operations and Principal Consultant, and Senior Consultant Rachel Triggs, have in-depth knowledge of the University’s chemistry and chemical engineering capabilities and will connect you with the expertise you need.

What we offer
- Free initial consultation and bespoke quote – if you’re not sure exactly what you need, we can advise you.
- A choice of packages to suit your requirements.
- Tests tailored to your needs, run by specialist staff in our state-of-the-art labs.
- A comprehensive report including results and expert advice, plus a meeting to discuss the results.
Why choose nC2?
- A testing service of the highest quality, plus expert analysis of the results by staff with extensive industrial experience.
- Access to highly specialised facilities and knowledge across the University of Southampton.
- Packages to suit your budget and requirements – whether you’re looking for a one-off test or support for a major project.
- Excellent customer service – we’ll keep you in the loop every step of the way.


