Detection and Identification of Microplastics in Water and Other Matrices Using the Agilent Laser Infrared Spectroscopy Microscope

The Quantum Cascade Laser (QCL) LDIR 8700 imaging system has emerged as a leading advanced technique for microplastics analysis while combining a high degree of automation, rapid analysis, intuitive operation and a low cost of ownership. In this webinar, we will explore the technology in greater detail, including how the LDIR 8700 supports the evolving requirements of current microplastics standards and analytical guidelines.
Key learning objectives:
- What is QCL LDIR technology and how it delivers reliable microplastics analysis
- How LDIR compares with other analytical techniques, including its key advantages and applications
- How to automate the analytical workflow, from measurement through to data analysis and reporting
- How the LDIR 8700 aligns with current and emerging regulatory requirements for microplastics analysis
Who should attend:
- Microplastics researchers in academia and industry
- Environmental Research Organizations
- Public and private environmental testing laboratories
Presenter: Dr. Andreas Kerstan (Product Specialist, Agilent Technologies)
Dr Andreas Kerstan works as a product specialist for molecular spectroscopy at Agilent Technologies in Germany. After earning his PhD in 2011, he joined Agilent as an application chemist for FTIR and imaging, and two years later became a product specialist for the DACH region. For the past three years, he has also been responsible for the development of the new IR-based QCL imaging system, the LDIR 8700, which specialises in the analysis of microplastics.
