Are there cost-effective alternatives or solutions?
While high-end instruments provide detailed and accurate data, cost-effective alternatives can be considered based on the research requirements. For example, benchtop NMR systems offer a less expensive option compared to high-field NMR spectrometers. Similarly, collaborative research arrangements and shared instrumentation facilities can help distribute the costs. Universities and research institutions often have centralized facilities where researchers can access advanced instruments at a fraction of the purchase and maintenance costs.
