Energetic Materials Research and Testing Center (EMRTC)
The Energetic Materials Research and Testing Center (EMRTC), affiliated with New Mexico Tech, is internationally recognized and has over sixty years of expertise in explosives research and testing. EMRTC specializes in the research, development, and analysis of energetic materials for both corporate and government clients.
As one of several research divisions of New Mexico Tech, EMRTC has access to university faculty with experience in a wide variety of scientific and technical disciplines. EMRTC's 40-square-mile field laboratory is located in the mountains adjacent to the New Mexico Tech campus in Socorro, New Mexico. The field laboratory contains over 30 test sites, gun ranges, storage sites and other research facilities, allowing for a complete spectrum of research and testing activities. EMRTC has the capability to detonate over 20,000 pounds of explosives.
Current Activities
- EMRTC has redesigned its website. If you have any comments or suggestions concerning the new site please let us know by email at webmaster@emrtc.nmt.edu
- Upcoming First Responder Training courses at EMRTC
- EMRTC Final Environmental Assessment
