Mid-Atlantic Commercial Research, LLC (MCR) is a single-member limited liability company owned by MATRIC with a commercial project portfolio.
MCR has its own Board of Directors. The research activities for MCR parallel MATRIC's core competencies,
but fall outside the scope of its tax exempt
charter due to the nature of the project or the need for strictly limited acknowledgment of a business relationship.
MCR services may involve the development of new products or processes, optimization of existing technology, or finding solutions to specific technical problems. These services primarily fall within the categories of Contract Research, Consulting, and Technical Services.
MCR’s staff includes:
- Ph.D. Researchers
- Analytical, Catalyst, Computational and Process Chemists
- Chemical, Environmental and Process Engineers
- Computer Modeling Experts
- Statisticians
- Technical Staff
- Laboratory Technicians
Services
Mid-Atlantic Commercial Research understands that Research and Development is crucial to the business world, whether it is product development or improving products, services, and processes. The need for experienced and knowledgeable contributors is a must for your organization in order to meet your business objectives and goals. MCR combines the expertise of skilled scientists with the eager minds of tomorrow. Our experts will assist you in identifying your goals and expectations as well as evaluate the efficiency of your process. MCR can pull its resources together to help your business succeed by providing efficient detailed analyses of your product as well as problem solve to help improve upon the value before going into the marketplace. See our general discussion on working with MCR. Areas of expertise include the following general categories.
Process Consulting
MCR has many world-class scientists and engineers with decades of experience in the chemical processing industry. If you have a problem and need a quick and accurate assessment, MCR is the only solution for you.
Safety and Reactivity Consulting
MCR has world-renowned experts with broad experience in handling and safety aspects of highly reactive materials. If you have a problem or have questions concerning safe operating procedures, MCR will provide an assessment of the situation and needs.
Customized Method Development Services
Customized method development services are available to meet customer needs. MCR can provide a source for verification and measurement as products move through research and development to production.
Statistical Expertise
Statistical methods are used by MCR to get unambiguous data with minimum experimental effort. We accelerate progression up the learning curve and reduce the time to market. If possible the analysis of data from an R&D environment will be done by building models (equations) from the data. In many instances those models will be useful in planning and controlling the production-scale process. MCR statistical expertise aids in the creation and development of catalysts, polymers, ceramics, biological models, medical devices, microchips and other electronic components, textiles, food products, metals and alloys, superconductors, and abrasives.
Scientific Glassblowing Services
MCR offers a full range of glassblowing services, from simple repairs to complex designs and large glass assemblies. Pieces can be repaired and designs replicated at a very reasonable cost.
Analytical Chemistry Services
MCR laboratories can conduct either routine or specialized analyses in support of a variety of industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, polymer and metal industries. We use state-of-the-art equipment, such as GC/MS, NMR and ICP/MS.
Critical Control Software Development
MCR offers capabilities for development of critical control software for a variety of applications. Our experience includes software that operates the most complex systems in the world (e.g., guidance, navigation, and control software onboard the International Space Station).
Software Testing and Assurance
Skilled expertise is available within MCR to perform independent testing and validation of software. Our experience has been applied to highly complex and critical software systems, including military and space applications.
