<p><strong>Taťána Gazárková is currently a&nbsp;postdoctoral fellow in the Laboratory of Antibiotic Resistance and Microbial Metabolomics. During her doctoral studies, she focused on chromatography and mass spectrometry. Recently, she was awarded second place in the “Sanofi Prize for Pharmacy 2026” competition.</strong></p><p><strong>Taťána Gazárková </strong>is currently a&nbsp;postdoctoral fellow in the <strong>Laboratory of Antibiotic Resistance and Microbial Metabolomics</strong>. During her doctoral studies, she focused on chromatography and mass spectrometry. Recently, she was awarded second place in the <strong>“Sanofi Prize for Pharmacy 2026” </strong>competition, which is awarded by the<strong> French Embassy in the Czech Republic</strong> for her dissertation – Steroid Analysis Using Modern Chromatographic and Mass Spectrometry Techniques: From Fundamental Studies to Targeted Bioanalytical Applications (supervisor: <strong>Lucie Nováková, Charles University</strong>).&nbsp;</p><h5><strong>What makes this field particularly exciting or unique in your view?</strong></h5><p>What I&nbsp;enjoy about analytical chemistry is that, to a&nbsp;certain extent, it is a&nbsp;kind of detective work. You are often looking for ways to “make the invisible visible”. In other words, extract the information you are interested in from a&nbsp;complex sample and then interpret it correctly. What also appeals to me about bioanalytical chemistry is its interdisciplinary nature. It brings together analytical chemistry, biochemistry, biology and medicine, which means that you need to be able not only to translate a&nbsp;biological or clinical question into a&nbsp;measurable analytical experiment, but also to place the resulting data back into a&nbsp;broader biological context. This combination of different perspectives is probably what I&nbsp;enjoy most about the field. At the same time, there is still plenty of room for fundamental research, ranging from studying analytical techniques themselves and improving them to developing new methodological approaches.</p><h5><strong>How did you end up at the </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mbu.cas.cz/en/research/laboratory-of-antibiotic-resistance-and-microbial-metabolomics"><strong>Laboratory of Antibiotic Resistance and Microbial Metabolomics</strong></a><strong>, and what project are you currently working on?</strong></h5><p>I came to the Institute of Microbiology through a&nbsp;joint project between<strong> Dr Zdeněk Kameník and Assoc. Prof. Jan Bobek from the First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University</strong>. For me, it was also an opportunity to move from targeted analysis and the study of chromatographic techniques towards untargeted metabolomics and new biological questions.</p><p>In the project, we are trying to identify new biologically active compounds that would be effective, particularly against pathogenic fungi. As a&nbsp;potential source of such compounds, we study streptomycetes, bacteria known for their ability to produce a&nbsp;wide range of biologically active compounds, including many antibiotics that are currently in clinical use. We focus on less-explored host-associated streptomycetes, in which we had already observed antifungal activity in previous experiments. We are especially interested in strains active against Candida albicans whose activity cannot be explained by the presence of a&nbsp;known bioactive compound. These strains may represent an interesting source of novel compounds. We then integrate the results of untargeted metabolomic analyses with genomic analyses, which allows us to obtain a&nbsp;more comprehensive view of the biosynthetic potential of selected strains.</p><h5><strong>You also took part in this year’s Vědafest, a&nbsp;science outreach event for the public. What was it like?</strong></h5><p>I already had some experience with science outreach through events such as Researchers’ Night and the Science Fair at my previous institution, but this year’s Vědafest was still new to me in some ways. This time, I&nbsp;was presenting a&nbsp;field that I&nbsp;myself had entered only relatively recently. It was therefore more challenging to find the right analogies and explain the essence of the topic in a&nbsp;way that was simple, yet precise and scientifically accurate. At the same time, that was exactly what made it inspiring. It forces you to look at your own work from a&nbsp;different perspective. What I&nbsp;enjoyed most was the spontaneity and curiosity of the children, who often came up with questions that would never even occur to an adult.</p><h5><strong>What are the biggest challenges you face on your scientific journey, and what helps you overcome them?</strong></h5><p>One of the greatest, but at the same time most interesting, challenges is, in my view, the uncertainty that is inseparably linked to research. For a&nbsp;long time, you often do not know whether you have taken the right direction in addressing a&nbsp;particular question or whether you will ultimately manage to find that figurative final piece of the puzzle. At the same time, this uncertainty is precisely what makes science exciting for me.</p><p>Another major challenge, particularly in interdisciplinary projects, is communication. It is important from the very formulation of a&nbsp;hypothesis and the planning of experiments through to the interpretation of results, including negative ones, and placing them in a&nbsp;broader context. To some extent, every field has its own language, and finding a&nbsp;common understanding is not always straightforward. Personally, I&nbsp;find it very helpful to be able to discuss problems with colleagues on an ongoing basis, whether individually or during regular laboratory seminars. One of the major strengths of our current group is its interdisciplinary nature, which allows me to look at the same problem from several different perspectives. It is also important for me not to lose my curiosity, because that is ultimately what leads us to ask further questions.</p><h5><strong>What are your plans after completing your PhD?</strong></h5><p>After finishing my PhD, I&nbsp;decided that I&nbsp;do not need to have everything that comes next precisely mapped out straight away. I&nbsp;would like to keep different options open for a&nbsp;while and continue building on my experience in analytical chemistry, while at the same time connecting it with other areas that have a&nbsp;biological or medical relevance. I&nbsp;believe that we can keep learning throughout our lives, so I&nbsp;am quite curious to see where the next stage of my journey will take me.</p><p><i>Thank you for the interview!</i></p>

Interview: What Drew Postdoc Taťána Gazárková to Analytical Chemistry

<p><strong>Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have earned the moniker "forever chemicals" due to their extreme persistence in the environment. Their detection is crucial for protecting public health and the environment as these synthetic compounds continue to pose significant challenges worldwide. This comprehensive exploration examines why PFAS detection matters, current detection methods, and future directions in addressing PFAS contamination.</strong></p><h3><strong>Understanding PFAS and Their Health Impacts</strong></h3><p>PFAS are a class of synthetic organic compounds with diverse structures, properties, and uses. Despite their diversity, all PFAS contain perfluoroalkyl moieties that are extremely resistant to environmental and metabolic degradation [1]. This high persistence is a defining characteristic that makes PFAS management particularly challenging.</p><h3><strong>Documented Health Effects</strong></h3><p>Current scientific research has linked PFAS exposure to numerous adverse health outcomes:</p><ul><li>Reproductive effects including decreased fertility and increased high blood pressure in pregnant women [8]</li><li>Developmental effects in children such as low birth weight, accelerated puberty, and behavioral changes [8]</li><li>Reduced immune system function, including decreased vaccine response</li><li>Interference with natural hormones and endocrine disruption</li><li>Increased cholesterol levels and obesity risk</li><li>Increased risk of several cancers, including prostate, kidney, testicular, oral cavity/pharynx, brain, and endocrine cancers [3]</li></ul><p>A 2023 study linked PFAS-contaminated water with up to a <strong>33% increase in cancer incidence</strong> in affected areas [3]. The study compared regions with elevated PFAS levels to cancer data from the National Cancer Institute, finding higher incidences of various cancers after controlling for factors like smoking and obesity.</p><h3><strong>Environmental Persistence and Contamination</strong></h3><p>The extreme persistence of PFAS represents a fundamental concern for environmental management. PFAS are considered the most environmentally persistent substances among organic chemicals [7]. This persistence means that even if all PFAS uses were immediately phased out, existing contamination would continue to affect ecosystems and water supplies for generations.</p><p>A 2023 study at a military fire training site estimated that PFAS contamination will persist for centuries without remediation [7]. The research found that terminal PFAS still exceed regulatory limits by 2000-fold decades after aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) use ceased, with precursors accounting for around half of the extractable organofluorine across years.</p><h3><strong>Current Detection Methods</strong></h3><h4><strong>EPA Standardized Methods</strong></h4><p>The<strong> Environmental Protection Agency (EPA</strong>) has developed several standardized methods for PFAS detection, each with specific applications and capabilities:</p><h5><strong>EPA Method 533</strong></h5><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blog.organomation.com/blog/epa-533-drying-down-pfas-samples-after-spe"><strong>EPA Method 533</strong></a> focuses on "short chain" PFAS with carbon chain lengths of<strong> C4 to C12</strong>. Released in December 2019, this method complements Method 537.1 and includes several key features:</p><ul><li>Uses isotope dilution quantification approach with extracted internal standards, which reduces overall analytical uncertainty</li><li>Employs weak anion exchange solid phase extraction cartridges as opposed to polystyrene divinylbenzene used in 537.1</li><li>Can analyze 25 PFAS compounds, including additional short-chain PFAS that were not apart of Method 537.1</li><li>Allows for longer holding times: 28 days to extraction and 28 days to analyze (compared to 14 days to extraction in Method 537.1)</li><li>Uses ammonium acetate as a preservative (versus Trisma in Method 537.1) [1]</li></ul><h5><strong>EPA Method 537/537.1</strong></h5><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blog.organomation.com/blog/sample-concentration-epa-method-537-pfas-determination"><strong>EPA Method 537 </strong></a>was first published in 2009 for the determination of 14 PFAS in drinking water [6]. It was later updated to Method 537.1 in 2018 (with editorial updates in 2020) to expand its capabilities:</p><ul><li>Uses<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.organomation.com/what-is-solid-phase-extraction-spe"><strong> solid phase extraction (SPE) </strong></a>and<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.organomation.com/preparing-samples-for-lc-ms/ms-analysis"><strong> liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS)</strong></a></li><li>Method 537.1 expanded detection to 18 PFAS compounds, including HFPO-DA (one component of GenX technology)</li><li>Utilizes styrene-divinylbenzene (SDVB) media for extraction</li><li>Requires samples to be extracted within 14 days and analyzed within 28 days</li><li>Methanol is used to elute the extracts. This should then be reconstituted with a 96:4 methanol:water mixture [1]</li></ul><p>Together, Methods 533 and 537.1 can detect a total of <strong>29 unique PFAS compounds in drinking water </strong>and are approved for monitoring under the fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 5) and the PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation [1] [3].</p><h5><strong>EPA Method 1633</strong></h5><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blog.organomation.com/blog/preparing-diverse-sample-matrices-for-epa-method-1633"><strong>EPA Method 1633</strong></a>, released in 2024, represents a significant advancement in PFAS analysis:</p><ul><li>Developed for the analysis of <strong>40 PFAS compounds </strong>in various matrices, including surface water, groundwater, wastewater, soil, biosolids, sediment, landfill leachate, and fish tissue</li><li>Expands beyond the drinking water focus of Methods 533 and 537.1</li><li>Provides a standardized approach that may replace modified drinking water methods (i.e., modified EPA 537) that were previously used for non-drinking water matrices [1]</li></ul><h4><strong>Conventional Analytical Techniques</strong></h4><p>The gold standard for PFAS analysis involves chromatographic techniques coupled with mass spectrometry:</p><ul><li>Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) is the most widely used method for PFAS analysis, offering high sensitivity and specificity [1]</li><li>High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS) allows for rapid detection and identification of PFAS species at very low concentrations [5]</li></ul><p>These techniques can detect PFAS at parts per trillion (ppt) levels, which is essential given the low concentrations at which PFAS can cause health effects [1]. However, these methods require sophisticated equipment, specialized training, and significant financial resources, making them inaccessible in many regions, particularly in developing countries.</p><h4><strong>Emerging Detection Technologies</strong></h4><p>Several innovative approaches are being developed to address the limitations of conventional methods:</p><ul><li>Electrochemical biosensors using modified electrodes have shown promise for selective PFAS detection with low detection limits [2]</li><li>Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) uses metallic nanoparticles and can be made into a portable method for on-site testing [1]</li><li>Molecular imprinted polymers (MIPs) offer thermal and physical stability, reusability, and low-cost synthesis for PFAS detection [6]</li></ul><p>These emerging technologies aim to provide more accessible, field-deployable, and cost-effective alternatives to traditional laboratory-based methods.</p><h3><strong>Challenges in PFAS Detection</strong></h3><h4><strong>Analytical Challenges</strong></h4><p>Detecting PFAS presents several technical challenges:</p><ul><li>The ubiquity of PFAS in laboratory equipment and accessories can lead to background contamination when measuring at parts-per-trillion levels [1]</li><li>Many components in liquid chromatographs, mass spectrometers, and solid-phase extraction systems contain materials that can leach PFAS compounds [9]</li><li>The vast number of PFAS (thousands of compounds) makes comprehensive detection difficult, as analytical standards are only available for a small subset [1]</li><li>Complex matrices like food and environmental samples require sophisticated sample preparation techniques</li></ul><h4><strong>Global Disparities in Detection Capabilities</strong></h4><p>Access to PFAS detection technology varies significantly worldwide:</p><ul><li>Many developing regions, particularly in Africa, lack adequately equipped laboratories with the necessary instrumentation to detect and measure PFAS</li><li>There is often a scarcity of qualified professionals with experience in PFAS analysis in these regions</li><li>The high cost of acquiring and maintaining sophisticated analytical instruments presents a substantial obstacle to conducting extensive PFAS investigations in resource-limited settings [1]</li><li>Competing priorities such as infectious diseases, poverty, and food security often divert attention and resources from environmental pollutants like PFAS</li></ul><h4><strong>Regulatory Landscape and Compliance</strong></h4><p>The regulatory framework for PFAS is evolving rapidly worldwide:</p><ul><li>The EPA finalized Section 8(a)(7) of the Toxic Substances Control Act in September 2024, requiring manufacturers and importers to report on their use of PFAS since 2011 [10]</li><li>Electronic reporting for PFAS will open on July 11, 2025, with final reporting deadlines in 2026</li><li>Companies must report detailed information including chemical identity, production volumes, industrial and consumer products, worker exposure, and disposal methods [10]</li></ul><p>These regulations are driving demand for more effective and accessible PFAS detection methods to ensure compliance and protect public health.</p><h3><strong>Future Directions in PFAS Detection</strong></h3><h4><strong>Technological Advancements</strong></h4><p>The future of PFAS detection lies in developing more accessible, sensitive, and comprehensive methods:</p><ul><li>Non-targeted screening methods that can identify unknown PFAS compounds without requiring analytical standards for each specific compound</li><li>Total fluorine analysis techniques like Adsorbable Organic Fluorine and Total Oxidizable Precursor Assay that can quantify the presence of fluorine atoms within a sample [1]</li><li>Portable sensors and field-deployable technologies that enable on-site monitoring and rapid response to contamination events</li><li>AI-driven solutions that can improve data analysis and interpretation for complex PFAS mixtures</li></ul><h4><strong>Collaborative Approaches</strong></h4><p>Addressing the global challenge of PFAS detection requires coordinated efforts:</p><ul><li>International partnerships between researchers in developed and developing regions to enhance expertise and capacity building</li><li>Standardization of analytical methods to ensure consistency and comparability of results across different laboratories and regions</li><li>Open data sharing and collaboration across countries to leverage collective knowledge and resources</li><li>Integration of PFAS monitoring into broader environmental and public health surveillance systems</li></ul><h3><strong>Conclusion</strong></h3><p>The detection of PFAS is not merely a technical challenge but a critical public health and environmental imperative [1]. As these "forever chemicals" continue to persist in our environment, developing effective, accessible, and comprehensive detection methods becomes increasingly important. By advancing detection technologies, strengthening regulatory frameworks, and fostering global collaboration, we can better understand, monitor, and ultimately mitigate the impacts of PFAS contamination.</p><p>The EPA's standardized methods (533, 537.1, and 1633) provide crucial tools for monitoring PFAS in various environmental matrices, but continued innovation is needed to address the full spectrum of PFAS compounds and to make detection more accessible globally [1] [6]. The path forward requires sustained investment in research and development, capacity building in resource-limited settings, and a commitment to environmental justice that ensures all communities have access to the tools and information needed to protect themselves from PFAS exposure. Only through such comprehensive approaches can we hope to address the complex challenges posed by these persistent pollutants.</p><p><span>Be sure to check out our other installments of our&nbsp;</span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blog.organomation.com/blog/introducing-our-environmental-contaminants-series-making-sense-of-the-alphabet-soup"><span>Environmental Contaminant Series</span></a><span>&nbsp;covering&nbsp;</span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blog.organomation.com/blog/the-importance-of-detecting-persistent-organic-pollutants-pops"><span>Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)</span></a><span>,&nbsp;</span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blog.organomation.com/blog/the-importance-of-detecting-polycyclic-aromatic-hydrocarbons-pahs"><span>Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)</span></a><span>,&nbsp;</span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blog.organomation.com/blog/the-importance-of-detecting-semi-volatile-organic-compounds-svocs"><span>Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds (SVOCs)</span></a><span>, and </span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://blog.organomation.com/blog/the-importance-of-detecting-polychlorinated-biphenyls-pcbs"><span>Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)</span></a><span>.</span></p>

The Importance of Detecting Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)

<p><strong>Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 31st August 2026? Check out new documents from the field of spectroscopy/spectrometry and related techniques!</strong></p><blockquote><p><span style="font-size:20px;">👉 </span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library"><span style="font-size:20px;"><strong>SEARCH THE LARGEST REPOSITORY OF DOCUMENTS ABOUT SPECTROSCOPY/SPECTROMETRY RELATED TECHNIQUES</strong></span></a></p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>👉 Need info about different analytical techniques?</strong> Peek into <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/library"><strong>LabRulezLCMS</strong></a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library"><strong>LabRulezGCMS</strong></a> libraries.</p></blockquote><p>This week we bring you brochures by <strong>Agilent Technologies </strong>and<strong> Waters Corporation </strong>and application notes by <strong>Shimadzu </strong>and<strong> Thermo Fisher Scientific!</strong></p><h3><strong>1. Agilent Technologies: Agilent OpenLab ICP-MS Software</strong></h3><p><strong>Simplify every step of ICP-MS analysis</strong></p><p><strong>For Agilent </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=7800"><strong>7800</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=7850"><strong>7850</strong></a><strong>, and </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=7900"><strong>7900</strong></a><strong> ICP-MS systems, and Agilent </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=8900"><strong>8900</strong></a><strong> and </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=9500"><strong>9500 ICP-QQQ</strong></a><strong> systems.</strong></p><ul><li>Brochure</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/br_openlab_icp_ms_software_5994_9288en_agilent_05f01dcdef.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></li></ul><p>The brochure introduces <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=OpenLab+ICP-MS+Software"><strong>Agilent OpenLab ICP-MS Software</strong></a>, designed to simplify routine operation and data handling for <strong>Agilent 7800, 7850, and 7900 ICP-MS systems</strong> and the <strong>8900</strong> and <strong>9500</strong> <strong>ICP-QQQ systems</strong>. The software supports the complete analytical workflow—from checking instrument readiness and creating batches to acquisition, data review, reporting, and compliance. A central dashboard provides an overview of system status, maintenance requirements, instrument health, and utilization, while Smart EMF and post-run performance checks help users identify when maintenance may be required. Guided Diagnostics, Meter Monitor, and time-stamped system records also support troubleshooting by tracking parameters such as vacuum levels, gas flows, and temperatures.</p><p>Method and batch setup are designed to reduce manual configuration. Batches can be created from preset methods, templates, existing batches, Method Wizard, or Method Advisor, and legacy Agilent ICP-MS MassHunter batches can be opened directly in OpenLab ICP-MS. For the <strong>9500 ICP-QQQ</strong>, Method Advisor provides an element-focused approach in which users select target elements and calibration information while the software applies recommended acquisition masses and cell-gas conditions. Preset methods are available for applications including <strong>EPA 200.8/EPA 6020, USP &lt;232&gt;, ICH Q3D, and Chinese Pharmacopoeia requirements</strong>, while an IntelliQuant Screening preset supports semiquantitative screening of unknown samples. Routine instrument tasks can also be automated through autotuning, startup checks, batch queues, end-of-run verification, rinse functions, and automatic shutdown.</p><p>For data evaluation, OpenLab ICP-MS provides a real-time workspace where users can review analyte concentrations, internal-standard recoveries, stability plots, spectra or chromatograms, calibration information, QC charts, and IntelliQuant results in a single view. <strong>IntelliQuant</strong> acquires a complete mass spectrum and displays semiquantitative elemental concentrations using a color-coded periodic table, while <strong>IntelliQuant Star Rating</strong> assigns a zero-to-five-star data-quality score based on factors such as potential interferences, calibration quality, background, detection limits, and precision. Reporting options include whole-batch reports, elemental impurity reports for USP &lt;232&gt;/&lt;233&gt; and ICH Q3D, customizable reports, structured CSV export, and direct data transfer to LIMS.</p><p>The software can be expanded for specialized applications, including <strong>LC-ICP-MS and GC-ICP-MS</strong>, advanced QC workflows, single-particle ICP-MS and FFF-ICP-MS, ADS 2 automation, semiconductor analysis, and peripheral-device control. Supported analytical approaches include external calibration, standard additions, semiquantitative calibration, isotope ratios, and isotope dilution. For regulated laboratories, OpenLab ICP-MS can be combined with scalable OpenLab compliance solutions providing electronic signatures, user access control, configurable roles, system activity logs, and audit trails, supporting workflows subject to <strong>21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, and equivalent regulations</strong>. Overall, the platform is positioned as a unified environment for routine and advanced ICP-MS workflows, combining instrument control, method setup, diagnostics, data-quality assessment, reporting, and compliance support.</p><h3><strong>2. Shimadzu: Identification of Virgin PET and Recycled PET by X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry</strong></h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/an_01_01204_en_f3f20ff020.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><h5><strong>User benefits</strong></h5><ul><li>EDX enables the identification of recycled PET.&nbsp;</li><li>Measurements are quick and simple, require no cumbersome pretreatment, and can be automated using a multi-sample turret.&nbsp;</li><li>The instrument offers excellent cost-performance and supports the detection of a wide range of elements.</li></ul><p>Establishing a sustainable circular economy is a major societal challenge, and recycling plastic materials such as PET (polyethylene terephthalate) plays a particularly important role in reducing environmental impact. Large numbers of PET bottles and molded products are used every day in the food and beverage sectors. To recycle these materials safely and reliably, technologies are required that can accurately identify their origin. In practice, however, appearance and conventional physical properties alone are insufficient to distinguish virgin material from recycled material, creating a need for a more reliable identification method.&nbsp;</p><p>For rapid identification in industrial settings, a method requiring little or no pretreatment is highly desirable. In some cases, nondestructive analysis is also needed to enable subsequent application of other analytical techniques. This article presents a practical approach in which metal catalysts present in PET are detected by EDX (Energy-Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy) and used to distinguish material-recycled PET from virgin PET.</p><h4><strong>Principle and Overview&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>Metal catalysts such as antimony (Sb) and germanium (Ge) are used in the synthesis of PET resin. These catalyst metals have been reported to be useful indicators of material origin. 1),2) For example, Sb and Ge are frequently detected together in material-recycled PET, whereas only one catalyst metal is detected in chemically recycled PET and virgin PET. This likely reflects the fact that material-recycled PET is derived from a mixture of feedstocks using different catalysts.&nbsp;</p><p>ICP-AES (ICP optical emission spectrometry) and ICP-MS (ICP mass spectrometry), which are commonly applied to catalyst metal analysis, provide high sensitivity and accuracy. However, they require pretreatment to convert the sample into a solution, thereby lengthening the analytical workflow. By contrast, EDX can measure solid samples directly, making it well-suited to applications requiring rapid results, such as incoming material inspection and in-line analysis in molding plants. Because EDX is non-destructive, it is also suitable for multimodal analytical workflows.&nbsp;</p><p>On the other hand, some commercially available handheld EDX instruments do not support elements such as Sb and Ge. At the same time, higher-end systems may not offer the specifications or price range needed for industrial deployment. The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=EDX-7200"><strong>EDX-7200</strong></a> supports a broad range of elements with excellent cost performance. This article describes the analysis of Sb and Ge in PET using this instrument.</p><h4><strong>Conclusion&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>EDX enables rapid and straightforward elemental analysis without cumbersome sample pretreatment. Previous studies have shown that the presence of Sb and Ge can be used to identify recycled PET. Building on this concept, this article presents a practical analytical approach based on EDX. Using the EDX-7200, which combines broad elemental coverage with excellent cost performance, the proposed method provides a practical tool for rapid on-site identification, quality control, and traceability management. When combined with physical property data and other information, this approach is expected to contribute to the safety assessment and quality assurance of recycled materials, thereby supporting a more advanced circular economy.</p><h3><strong>3. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Optimizing lithium-ion battery recycling operations using handheld XRF analysis</strong></h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/lithium_ion_battery_recycling_handheld_xrf_analysis_an1120_en_4c00477b78.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><p>The shift to a low-carbon economy and the adoption of electric vehicles will drive an exponential increase in the demand for lithium-ion batteries. As a corollary to this, the International Energy Agency expects the demand for some key commodities to increase significantly over the next two decades: the demand for Copper (Cu) is anticipated to increase by more than 40%; for nickel (Ni) and cobalt (Co), by 60-70% each; and for lithium (Li), by nearly 90%.¹ This will translate into increased mining activities and potentially generate larger amounts of deleterious waste.&nbsp;</p><p>To reduce the environmental impact and limit reliance on scarce commodities associated with economical and geopolitical implications, several countries have implemented regulations regarding producers’ responsibilities.² These regulations contain both incentives and accountability guidelines for lithium-ion battery and electric vehicles manufacturers. Their goal is to facilitate the emergence of a circular economy in which recycling will increasingly contribute to the supply of the strategic raw materials.&nbsp;</p><p>Lithium-ion batteries are made of multiple components, the most valuable being the cathode that contains between 40 and 70% ³, ⁴ of the total value of the battery, depending on its exact chemistry. As of 2023, lithium nickel cobalt manganese oxides (NCM) account for 66% of lithium-ion battery cathode active materials for electric vehicles, followed by lithium iron phosphates (LFP) which account for 24%, and lithium nickel cobalt aluminum oxide (NCA) accounts for the remaining 10%.³</p><h4><strong>Handheld X-ray Fluorescence Analysis&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>Handheld X-ray fluorescence analysis (HHXRF) is an elemental analysis technique that has proven to be cost-effective in recycling areas such as scrap metal and automotive catalytic converters. HHXRF can measure elements from magnesium (Mg) to uranium (U) in various types of materials such as metals and alloys; non-metallic inorganic materials such as ceramics; or ores or plastics. The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/1993"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Niton™ XL2</strong></a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/1992"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Niton™ XL5 Plus Handheld XRF Analyzers </strong></a>deliver accurate elemental analysis in real time, with little or no sample preparation, across multiple steps of the lithium-ion battery recycling workflow. Although handheld XRF does not detect lithium, it can measure most elements from the periodic table including nickel or cobalt which often command much higher value than the lithium in a lithium-ion battery.⁴</p><h4><strong>Conclusion&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>There is no ideal process to recycle lithium-ion batteries that simultaneously incorporates low environmental impact, high metal recovery yield, and economic viability. Because of the variety of technologies and materials used, recycling lithium-ion batteries is a complex journey with multiple possible paths. HHXRF helps recyclers by generating lab-quality data in real time, allowing them to optimize their processes and make fast decisions that generate significant benefits:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Unwanted materials containing heavy metals such as lead or cadmium can be prevented from entering subsequent steps in the recycling workflow.&nbsp;</li><li>Materials can be accurately sorted and adequate processes for recovery selected depending on the material type (e.g., LFP vs. MCM).&nbsp;</li><li>The economic value of incoming and outgoing material can be more accurately estimated.</li></ul><h3><strong>4. Waters Corporation: Waters Aura Systems</strong></h3><ul><li>Brochure</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/720009268_7b9ad02cb4.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><p>The presentation introduces the <strong>Waters Aura Systems</strong>, a family of high-throughput, fluidics-free instruments for the characterization and identification of visible and subvisible particles. All Aura platforms provide particle counting, identification, morphology assessment, and flexible sample volumes ranging from microliters to milliliters. The portfolio includes configurations tailored to different applications: <strong>AuraBMI</strong> for biologics particle analysis, <strong>Aura</strong> for particle analysis with identification, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/2437"><strong>AuraPTx</strong></a> for protein formulation development, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/2438"><strong>AuraGT</strong></a> for gene therapy, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/2439"><strong>AuraCL</strong></a> for cell therapy, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/2190"><strong>Aura+</strong></a> as the most comprehensive platform. The systems are designed for automation-ready operation, straightforward method transfer, and continuity from research through QC.</p><p>A key feature of the Aura platform is the combination of <strong>Backgrounded Membrane Imaging (BMI), Fluorescence Membrane Microscopy (FMM), and Side Illumination Membrane Imaging (SIMI)</strong>. BMI captures particles on a membrane and subtracts the membrane background to improve particle contrast, while FMM uses fluorescent dyes or conjugated antibodies to distinguish specific particle types. This enables differentiation of protein aggregates, cells, viral capsids, degraded excipients, plastics, fibers, and other contaminants that may look similar based on morphology alone. SIMI adds further information for identifying unlabeled inorganic particles such as glass, fibers, and Dynabeads. Together, these techniques provide more specific particle identification than morphology-based classification alone.</p><p>The systems are particularly suited to <strong>biologics, gene therapy, and cell therapy development</strong>. For gene therapy, Aura can evaluate AAV stability, distinguish capsid-related particles, and monitor DNA leakage using SYBR Gold fluorescence, with measurements possible from as little as <strong>5 µL of sample</strong>. For cell therapy, the system can differentiate single cells, cell aggregates, protein aggregates, and extrinsic particles. The platform also supports flexible sample volumes and 24- or 96-well membrane formats, allowing the same general approach to be used from sample-limited early development through larger-volume and QC workflows. The brochure reports excellent quantitative linearity across serial dilutions and emphasizes the ability to preserve sample for additional orthogonal analyses.</p><p>From a technical perspective, Aura Systems provide <strong>100% sampling efficiency</strong>, a particle detection and quantitation range above <strong>1 µm</strong>, and can handle concentrations above <strong>3,000,000 particles/mL</strong> for 1.6 µm particles. Brightfield membrane imaging takes approximately <strong>one minute per sample</strong>, while fluorescence measurements require about <strong>15–30 seconds per sample</strong>. The instruments are compatible with robotic automation and offer different fluorescence-channel configurations depending on the selected Aura model. Overall, the platform is positioned as a comprehensive solution for obtaining quantitative particle counts together with information on particle identity and composition across the development and quality-control lifecycle.</p>

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Thermo Scientific Stellar Mass Spectrometer

Move biomarker candidates from discovery to validation more efficiently, confidently, and at lower cost with breakthroughs in extended scale, massive throughput, higher sensitivity, greater specificity, and unrivaled productivity.

<div><div id="container-a1c36dfacf"><div><div><div id="text-913638046"><p><strong>A new paradigm for targeted quantitation.&nbsp;Move biomarker candidates from discovery to validation more efficiently, confidently, and at lower cost with breakthroughs in extended scale, massive throughput, higher sensitivity, greater specificity, and unrivaled productivity.</strong></p><p>The Thermo Scientific Stellar Mass Spectrometer introduces revolutionary technology combining robust quantitation with the specificity of rapid full scan MS<sup>n</sup>&nbsp;acquisition creating unrivaled improvements in laboratory productivity.</p><div><div id="text-801893275"><h3><strong>Expanded experimental capabilities to meet the most challenging biomarker verification</strong></h3></div></div><div><div id="container-1e8e478f3a"><div><div><div id="text-1204752335"><p>The Thermo Scientific Stellar Mass Spectrometer offers an array of data acquisition capabilities to deliver robust and reproducible quantitation for a wide range of analytes across an extended dynamic range.</p></div></div></div></div></div><h4><strong>System highlights</strong></h4><div><div id="container-a89a56f063"><div><div><div id="text-451891225"><h5><strong>Improve ionization efficiency for more compounds at higher LC flow rates&nbsp;</strong></h5></div></div><div><div id="text-1671602085"><p>For a wider range of compounds separated using liquid chromatography operated at analytical flow rates, the Stellar Mass Spectrometer comes equipped with the Thermo Scientific OptaMax Plus Ion Source, which can deliver higher vaporizer temperatures to improve desolvation and ionization potentials.</p></div></div></div></div></div><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1290/725;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Pragolab_Thermo_Scientific_Stellar_revolucni_hmotnostni_spektrometr_SF_Sys_Opta_Max_c303cf500a.jpg" alt="Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermo Scientific Stellar Mass Spectrometer - SF Sys OptaMax" width="1290" height="725"></figure><div><div id="container-d79c3b2946"><div><div><div id="text-251514658"><h5><strong>Spend less time on instrument set-up and focus on the science</strong></h5></div></div><div><div id="text-989104128"><p>Trigger on-demand or scheduled system calibrations remotely and without disruption to your LC-MS system with the integrated Auto-Ready ion source.</p></div></div></div></div></div><div><div id="container-81dd07c9bb"><div><div><div id="text-1289282711"><h5><strong>Improve ion utilization by extending the capabilities of the new collision cell</strong></h5></div></div><div><div id="text-1641484825"><p>The ion concentrating routing multipole (ICRM) is a curved collision cell performing both beam-type fragmentation (HCD) and precursor/product ion accumulation capabilities as controlled by dynamic automatic gain control (AGC) with synchronized ion packet release to the high-pressure linear ion trap for downstream manipulation or detection.</p></div></div></div></div></div><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1290/725;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Pragolab_Thermo_Scientific_Stellar_revolucni_hmotnostni_spektrometr_SF_Sys_ICRM_3b2326f3af.jpg" alt="Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermo Scientific Stellar Mass Spectrometer - SF Sys ICRM" width="1290" height="725"></figure><div><div id="container-dbf5a6cdd9"><div><div><div id="text-813962034"><h5><strong>Efficiently manage ion populations for fast and sensitive analysis</strong></h5></div></div><div><div id="text-2033771024"><p>The&nbsp;hyper-fast dual-pressure linear ion trap mass analyzer expands analytical capabilities while maximizing fast, high-quality data acquisition.</p><p>The differential neutral pressures maintained in the high- and low-pressure linear ion traps prepares ions for higher-order manipulation or fast and sensitive ion ejection at scan rates up to 220 kDa/S, but typically operates at 125 kDa/S for robust data acquisition.</p></div></div></div></div></div><div><div id="container-9a523f34e0"><div><div><div id="text-1491120095"><h5><strong>Extended analytical capabilities to increase laboratory productivity</strong></h5></div></div><div><div id="text-328051555"><p>The high-pressure linear ion trap maximizes ion packet manipulation enabling multi-notch RF excitation for dissociation or ejection for SIM, higher order MS<sup>n</sup>, SPS MS<sup>3</sup>, or data-independent acquisition (DIA) to address the most challenging quantitative experiments.&nbsp;</p><div><div id="container-82e5907416"><div><div><div id="text-693866740"><h5><strong>Leverage single ion detection sensitivity to address the most challenging quantitation demands</strong></h5></div></div><div><div id="text-737565098"><p>Efficient and sensitive ion detection drives improved quantitative performance at scale. The dual conversion dynode configuration coupled to the photomultiplier tube detects ca. 84% of trapped ions for single ion sensitivity.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:2048/1152;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Pragolab_Thermo_Scientific_Stellar_hmotnostni_spektrometr_SF_Sys_Extended_Scale_750dc20128.jpg" alt="Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermo Scientific Stellar Mass Spectrometer - SF Sys Extended Scale" width="2048" height="1152"></figure><div><div id="text-1993749933"><h5><strong>Automated intelligence manages tMSn acquisition</strong></h5></div></div><div><div id="text-1206797739"><p>Streamline tMSn method creation and data acquisition management. PRM Conductor software effectively and efficiently creates robust targeted quantitative methods and manages reproducible data acquisition and processing.</p></div></div><div><div id="container-b03b606507"><div><div><div id="text-2005266584"><h5><strong>Maximize data completeness with the Adaptive RT routine</strong></h5></div></div><div><div id="text-671832198"><p>Eliminate the cost and time of optimizing RT kits to the study samples to boost timed/scheduled data acquisition performance using the Adaptive RT routine.</p><p>The method leverages a novel real-time mapping routine to dynamically adjust timed/scheduled data acquisition windows at narrower time intervals to eliminate missing values that compromise data quality.&nbsp;</p></div></div></div></div></div><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1290/654;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Pragolab_Thermo_Scientific_Stellar_revolucni_hmotnostni_spektrometr_SF_Sys_PRM_Conductor_5b596e7e4c.jpg" alt="Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermo Scientific Stellar Mass Spectrometer - SF Sys PRM Conductor" width="1290" height="654"></figure><div><div id="container-a192ba4b83"><div><div><div id="container-38d4c699d2"><div><div><div id="text-1578189934"><h5><strong>Industry-leading polarity switching speeds increase laboratory productivity</strong></h5></div></div><div><div id="text-1173595596"><p>Reduce the time, cost, and challenges associated with creating and implementing highly multiplexed quantitative metabolite analysis. Fast polarity switching speeds enable comprehensive compound interrogation in +ESI and -ESI at all MS<sup>n</sup> levels on an LC timescale.</p><div><div id="container-b5fb525888"><div><div><div id="text-18006314"><h5><strong>Environmentally friendly dry pumps decrease energy usage and maintenance</strong></h5></div></div><div><div id="text-1704557304"><p>Changing from two oil-based fore pumps to a single dry pump reduces heat output by 22% and decreases maintenance.</p><p>The use of a single dry pump also eliminates oil vapors and the need for oil checks and changes.</p><h3><strong>Solutions for additional research support</strong></h3><div><h4><strong>Translational proteomics</strong></h4><p>The Stellar Mass Spectrometer offers new possibilities for translational proteomics with improved specificity for greater quantitative performance at scale.</p><h4><strong>Quantitative proteomics</strong></h4><p>Accurate and precise quantitation for label-free and TMT multiplexing sample analysis strategies with the Stellar Mass Spectrometer.</p><div><h4><strong>Metabolomics and Lipidomics</strong></h4><p>Extended analytical capabilities quantify more metabolites and lipids with greater specificity using faster liquid chromatography gradients to increase laboratory productivity.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Excedion Pro Mass Spectrometers

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Thermo Scientific Nanospray Flex Ion Source 

Thermo Scientific™ Nanospray Flex™ Ion Source is a flexible nano-electrospray ion source for LC-MS, delivering stable ionization, high sensitivity, and seamless integration with online and offline nano-ES workflows.

<p><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Nanospray Flex™ Ion Source is a nano-electrospray ion source designed to maximize LC-MS sensitivity while maintaining simple operation and exceptional flexibility. Developed for nanoflow LC-MS applications, it provides stable nano-electrospray ionization, low-flow operation, and flexible integration with a wide range of columns and emitters. The complete system is supplied with all required accessories for immediate installation.</strong></p><h3><strong>Key Features</strong></h3><h4><strong>High-Sensitivity Nano-ESI</strong></h4><ul><li>Maximizes LC-MS sensitivity using stable nanoflow electrospray ionization</li><li>Supports nanoscale flow rates for efficient ionization and reduced sample consumption</li><li>Delivers highly stable spray performance for long analytical runs and stable spray performance during extended runs</li></ul><h4><strong>Flexible Workflow</strong></h4><ul><li>Single configuration for all online nanoflow LC-MS applications</li><li>Quickly switches between online LC-MS and offline nano-ES workflows</li><li>DirectJunction™ adaptor supports a wide range of column and emitter connections</li><li>Compatible with both stainless steel and glass emitters</li></ul><h4><strong>Easy Operation</strong></h4><ul><li>Precision X-Y-Z manipulator for accurate emitter positioning</li><li>Sliding rail design allows fast emitter access and replacement</li><li>Integrated camera, monitor, and illumination simplify emitter alignment</li><li>Supplied as a complete kit with accessories for immediate installation</li></ul><h3><strong>Instrument Compatibility</strong></h3><h4><strong>Original Nanospray Flex Ion Source</strong></h4><ul><li>Thermo Scientific™ LCQ Deca XP MAX™, LTQ™-series, and Velos™-series ion trap mass spectrometers</li><li>Thermo Scientific™ LTQ Orbitrap™-series and Orbitrap Velos™-series hybrid ion trap-Orbitrap mass spectrometers</li><li>Thermo Scientific™ Exactive™-series Orbitrap mass spectrometers</li><li>Thermo Scientific™ Q Exactive™-series hybrid quadrupole-Orbitrap mass spectrometers</li><li>Thermo Scientific™ TSQ Quantum™-series and TSQ Vantage™ triple-stage quadrupole mass spectrometers</li></ul><h4><strong>Nanospray Flex NG</strong></h4><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products/562"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap Fusion™ Tribrid™ mass spectrometer</strong></a></li><li>Thermo Scientific™ TSQ Endura™ triple-stage quadrupole mass spectrometer</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific EASY-Spray Sources

Thermo Scientific™ EASY-Spray™ Sources are integrated nano-electrospray ion sources for nano-LC-MS featuring a temperature-controlled column-emitter assembly for stable ionization, excellent reproducibility, and simplified installation.

<p><strong>Thermo Scientific™ EASY-Spray™ Sources are integrated nano-electrospray ion sources designed for nanoflow LC-MS. Their temperature-controlled column-emitter assembly and single nanoViper™ connection simplify nanoLC-MS operation while delivering highly reproducible separations, stable spray performance, and high LC-MS sensitivity</strong></p><h4><strong>Integrated Design</strong></h4><ul><li>Integrated temperature-controlled column and emitter assembly</li><li>Single nanoViper™ connection between the LC system and ion source</li><li>Integrated zero-dead-volume (ZDV) connections minimize dead volume</li><li>Simple plug-and-spray installation with quick column replacement</li></ul><h4><strong>Chromatographic Performance</strong></h4><ul><li>Stable nano-electrospray ionization for reliable LC-MS analysis</li><li>Supports long columns and small particle sizes for high peak-capacity separations</li><li>Column heating (30–60 °C) reduces solvent viscosity and backpressure</li><li>Ultra-sharp chromatographic peaks improve separation efficiency</li></ul><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_EASY_Spray_Sources_4_361e3bad42.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific EASY-Spray Sources: The entire assembly is designed for heavy use so you can utilize the full pressure range of your UHPLC front-end (up to 1000 bar) and benefit from small particles and long columns. Longer columns and longer gradients both contribute to more identifications." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_EASY_Spray_Sources_4_361e3bad42.jpg 229w," sizes="100vw" width="921" height="628"></p><h4><strong>Reproducibility</strong></h4><ul><li>Stable performance during extended analytical operation</li><li>Excellent run-to-run reproducibility</li><li>Outstanding column-to-column reproducibility for large studies and multi-site laboratories</li></ul><h4><strong>Ease of Use</strong></h4><ul><li>Plug-and-spray operation requiring minimal setup</li><li>Integrated camera provides an illuminated, magnified view of the emitter tip</li><li>Eliminates the most error-prone nanoLC connections</li></ul><h4><strong>Compatibility</strong></h4><p>Compatible with Thermo Scientific EASY-Spray columns and selected Thermo Scientific nanoLC systems and mass spectrometers, including:</p><ul><li>Thermo Scientific™ LCQ Deca XP MAX™, LTQ™-series, and Velos™ series ion trap mass spectrometers</li><li>Thermo Scientific™ LTQ Orbitrap™-series and Orbitrap Velos™ series hybrid ion trap-Orbitrap mass spectrometers</li><li>Thermo Scientific™ Exactive™ series Orbitrap mass spectrometers</li><li>Thermo Scientific™ Q Exactive™ series hybrid quadrupole-Orbitrap mass spectrometers</li><li>Thermo Scientific™ TSQ Quantum™ series and TSQ Vantage™ triple-stage quadrupole mass spectrometers</li></ul><p>The EASY-Spray NG ion source works in conjunction with the latest next-generation Thermo Scientific mass spectrometers:</p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products/562"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap™ Fusion™ Tribrid™ Mass Spectrometer</strong></a></li><li>Thermo Scientific™ TSQ Endura™ Triple-stage Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer</li><li>Thermo Scientific™ TSQ Quantiva™ Triple-stage Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific OptiSpray Ion Source

The Thermo Scientific™ OptiSpray™ Ion Source is an intelligent ESI interface for nano- and capillary LC-MS, combining automated spray optimization, high sensitivity, reproducibility, and easy operation with the OptiSpray™ Cartridge system.

<p><strong>The Thermo Scientific™ OptiSpray™ Ion Source is an intelligent electrospray ionization interface designed to simplify the acquisition of high-quality, reproducible nano- and capillary LC-MS data. Compatible with the </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products/398"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Vanquish™ Neo UHPLC system </strong></a><strong>and the </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products?category=5&amp;manufacturerItems=3"><strong>Thermo Scientific mass spectrometers </strong></a><strong>portfolio, it combines automated spray optimization with cartridge-based nano and capillary columns to deliver high sensitivity, quantitative accuracy, precision, and robust performance for discovery and targeted assays.</strong></p><h4><strong>High Performance</strong></h4><p>The OptiSpray™ ion source combines optimized fluidics with integrated temperature and sheath gas control to ensure stable, reproducible electrospray ionization. Automated spray positioning helps deliver reproducible, high-quality analytical results with or without the FAIMS interface.</p><h4><strong>Simple and Automated Operation</strong></h4><p>Designed for ease of use, the OptiSpray™ system features plug-and-play cartridge installation that virtually eliminates manual setup of nano and capillary columns. Automated spray optimization further simplifies operation, while onboard cartridge memory stores cartridge properties, usage data, and previous source settings, enabling rapid setup and consistent ESI performance over time.</p><h4><strong>Reliable and Reproducible Results</strong></h4><p>The source enhances robustness by automatically moving the spray to an inactive position between injections, helping maintain a cleaner MS system. Exchangeable emitters extend column lifetime, while automated spray positioning, cartridge memory, and integrated nebulization gas boost contribute to run-to-run and intercolumn reproducibility.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Opti_Spray_Ion_Source_2_fd937ef73f.jpg" alt="Thermo Scientific OptiSpray Ion Source" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Scientific_Opti_Spray_Ion_Source_2_fd937ef73f.jpg 156w," sizes="100vw" width="650" height="650"></p><h3><strong>Key Features</strong></h3><ul><li>Intelligent electrospray ionization interface for nano- and capillary LC-MS</li><li>Automated spray optimization for consistent ESI performance</li><li>Plug-and-play cartridge installation with minimal manual setup</li><li>Optimized fluidics with integrated temperature and sheath gas control</li><li>Automated spray positioning</li><li>Compatible with or without the FAIMS interface</li><li>Onboard cartridge memory storing cartridge properties, usage data, and previous source settings</li><li>Automatic inactive spray position between injections for improved system robustness</li><li>Exchangeable emitters to extend column lifetime</li><li>Integrated nebulization gas boost for improved reproducibility</li><li>Designed for discovery and targeted assays</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific™ Q Exactive™ UHMR Hybrid Quadrupole Orbitrap™ Mass Spectrometer

Thermo Scientific Q Exactive UHMR Hybrid Quadrupole-Orbitrap MS offers ultra-high mass range native MS with top-down capabilities, extreme sensitivity, and resolution up to 80,000 m/z.

<h3><strong>Go beyond what you thought possible with native mass spectrometry</strong></h3><p>The Thermo Scientific™ Q Exactive™ UHMR is the first hybrid quadrupole-Orbitrap™ mass spectrometer designed specifically for ultra-high mass range (UHMR) native MS and top-down protein analysis. It combines exceptional sensitivity, ultra-high resolution at high m/z, and unique pseudo-MS³ capabilities, enabling detailed characterization of intact protein assemblies and complex biological systems.</p><h3>🔬 <strong>Breakthrough in Native Mass Spectrometry</strong></h3><p>Native mass spectrometry preserves the non-covalent structure and interactions of proteins and protein complexes, making it an indispensable tool for structural biology and biopharma. The Q Exactive UHMR system enables direct mass analysis of intact macromolecules, including membrane proteins, virus capsids, and ribosomal particles—with unrivaled detail.</p><ul><li><strong>Ultra-high mass range detection</strong> up to <strong>80,000 m/z</strong></li><li><strong>Native top-down analysis</strong> of protein complexes and assemblies</li><li><strong>High sensitivity</strong> for precious or low-abundance samples</li><li><strong>Resolve mass differences</strong> even in heterogeneous megaDalton assemblies</li></ul><h3>⚙️ <strong>Technological Innovations</strong></h3><p>The Q Exactive UHMR system integrates multiple hardware advancements to overcome the historical limitations of native MS:</p><ul><li><strong>In-source trapping</strong> for efficient desolvation and controlled dissociation</li><li><strong>Advanced quadrupole mass filter</strong> with selection up to <strong>25,000 m/z</strong></li><li><strong>Reduced RF frequencies</strong> across the ion path for better high-mass transmission</li><li><strong>Pseudo-MS³ capability</strong>: fragment large complexes into subunits, then sequence them in HCD cell</li></ul><h3>🧬 <strong>Applications and Capabilities</strong></h3><h4><strong>Confident characterization of complex biological systems:</strong></h4><ul><li><strong>Virus capsid analysis:</strong> Differentiation and sequencing of 3–4 MDa hepatitis B virus capsids</li><li><strong>Ribosome studies:</strong> Resolution of substoichiometric proteins in E. coli 70S particles</li><li><strong>Membrane proteins:</strong> Gentle liberation from micelles and native top-down sequencing (e.g., AmtB trimer)</li><li><strong>Chaperonin complexes:</strong> Native top-down analysis of GroEL tetradecamer</li></ul><h4><strong>Detect and resolve small differences in high-mass species:</strong></h4><ul><li>Post-translational modifications</li><li>Ligand binding</li><li>Protein truncations and isoforms</li></ul><h3>💡 <strong>Software for Confident Data Interpretation</strong></h3><p>Maximize the power of native MS with industry-leading software:</p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products/1837"><strong>BioPharma Finder™ Software</strong> </a>– For intact mass confirmation, top-down analysis, and PTM localization</li><li><strong>ProSightPC™ Software</strong> – Advanced top-down proteomics with integrated UniProt database search</li></ul><h3>🧪 <strong>Who Is It For?</strong></h3><p>Ideal for research groups and industry labs focused on:</p><ul><li>Structural biology</li><li>Biotherapeutic development</li><li>Native and top-down proteomics</li><li>Protein-ligand interaction studies</li></ul><h3>🧭 <strong>Summary of Key Features</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Mass range:</strong> Up to 80,000 m/z</li><li><strong>Quadrupole isolation:</strong> Up to 25,000 m/z</li><li><strong>Sensitivity:</strong> Orders of magnitude higher at high m/z</li><li><strong>Fragmentation:</strong> HCD, pseudo-MS<sup>3</sup> for native top-down</li><li><strong>In-source trapping:</strong> Yes, optimized for membrane protein assemblies</li><li><strong>Software:</strong> BioPharma Finder, ProSightPC</li><li><strong>Compatible analyses:</strong> Native MS, top-down, intact mass, charge detection</li></ul><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Pragolab_Thermo_Q_Exactive_UHMR_Hybrid_Quadrupole_Orbitrap_hmotnostni_spektrometr_a7f594a56d/Pragolab-Thermo-Q-Exactive-UHMR-Hybrid-Quadrupole-Orbitrap-hmotnostni-spektrometr.webp" alt="Thermo Scientific™ Q Exactive™ UHMR Hybrid Quadrupole Orbitrap™ Mass Spectrometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Pragolab_Thermo_Q_Exactive_UHMR_Hybrid_Quadrupole_Orbitrap_hmotnostni_spektrometr_a7f594a56d/thumbnail_Pragolab-Thermo-Q-Exactive-UHMR-Hybrid-Quadrupole-Orbitrap-hmotnostni-spektrometr.webp 156w," sizes="100vw" width="650" height="650"></p>

Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap™ IQ-X™ Tribrid™ Mass Spectrometer

Know your unknown compounds with confidence, using intelligent mass spectrometry that combines ease-of-use with smart acquisition methods to deliver higher data certainty.

<p><strong>Designed to unravel complex chemical structures while delivering the highest versatility and comprehensive workflow support for unknown compound ID and small molecule analysis, the Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap™ IQ-X™ Tribrid™ mass spectrometer empowers you to collect more meaningful data.</strong></p><p>Combining <strong>industry-leading mass analyzer technology</strong> analysis with <strong>intelligent acquisition</strong>, <strong>intuitive software</strong> and <strong>remote, hands free calibration</strong>, discover a new level of <strong>improved confidence in structure elucidation</strong>, with <strong>on-the-fly identification of small molecules</strong> to reveal more chemical structures with ease.</p><p>The <strong>Orbitrap IQ-X Tribrid MS</strong> seamlessly integrates with <strong>industry-leading solutions</strong> to provide a <strong>complete workflow solution</strong>, including <strong>Thermo Scientific™ Vanquish™ Duo UHPLC Systems</strong>, <strong>Thermo Scientific™ FAIMS Pro Duo interface for differential ion mobility</strong>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products/1759"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Compound Discoverer™ data analysis software</strong></a>, and the <strong>most comprehensive spectral libraries</strong> available on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products/1764"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ mzCloud™</strong></a>, enabling an <strong>intelligent MSⁿ data acquisition strategy</strong> to easily conduct <strong>small molecule structural elucidation, identification, and characterization</strong>.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Pragolab_Thermo_Orbitrap_IQ_X_Tribrid_hmotnostni_spektrometr_1_a565298840/Pragolab-Thermo-Orbitrap-IQ-X-Tribrid-hmotnostni-spektrometr-1.webp" alt="Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap™ IQ-X™ Tribrid™ Mass Spectrometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Pragolab_Thermo_Orbitrap_IQ_X_Tribrid_hmotnostni_spektrometr_1_a565298840/thumbnail_Pragolab-Thermo-Orbitrap-IQ-X-Tribrid-hmotnostni-spektrometr-1.webp 238w," sizes="100vw" width="1447" height="949"></p><h5><strong>Other benefits of this mass spectrometry system include:</strong></h5><ul><li>A combination of the best of <strong>quadrupole</strong>, <strong>linear ion trap</strong> and <strong>Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap™ mass analyzer technology</strong> for acquisition of the <strong>richest MSⁿ data per sample</strong>.</li><li><strong>Spend more time on results, less time on instrument set-up</strong> with the new <strong>Auto-Ready ion source</strong> for <strong>remote, hands free calibration</strong>, combined with the <strong>Thermo Scientific™ EASY-IC™ (Internal Calibration)</strong> source to deliver <strong>superior mass accuracy</strong> in every scan, mass calibration can be <strong>fully automated</strong>, increasing productivity.</li><li><strong>Real-Time Library Search</strong> provides <strong>higher confidence small molecule analysis</strong> using <strong>on-the-fly spectral matching</strong> for <strong>decision-based triggering</strong> of MSⁿ scan events that increase certainty.</li><li><strong>Expanded </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products/1763"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ AcquireX workflow</strong></a><strong> capabilities</strong> provide <strong>easy and intelligent acquisitions</strong> to <strong>find more compounds</strong> by integrating independent experiments into an <strong>automated workflow</strong> for <strong>efficient and comprehensive sample and study characterization</strong>.</li><li><strong>Flexible fragmentation choices</strong> for <strong>structural determination</strong> of lipids, metabolites, and other small molecules utilizing <strong>Collision induced dissociation (CID)</strong>, <strong>Higher-energy collisional dissociation (HCD)</strong> and optional <strong>Ultraviolet Photodissociation (UVPD)</strong>.</li><li><strong>Improved unknown analysis</strong> and <strong>fine isotope detection</strong> with optional <strong>1,000,000 (1M) FWHM resolution at m/z 200</strong>.</li></ul><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Pragolab_Thermo_Orbitrap_IQ_X_Tribrid_hmotnostni_spektrometr_2_3b50aefc74/Pragolab-Thermo-Orbitrap-IQ-X-Tribrid-hmotnostni-spektrometr-2.webp" alt="Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap™ IQ-X™ Tribrid™ Mass Spectrometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Pragolab_Thermo_Orbitrap_IQ_X_Tribrid_hmotnostni_spektrometr_2_3b50aefc74/thumbnail_Pragolab-Thermo-Orbitrap-IQ-X-Tribrid-hmotnostni-spektrometr-2.webp 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1880" height="822"></p><h3><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap™ IQ-X™ Tribrid™ Mass Spectrometer Specifications</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Dimensions (D x W x H):</strong> 30 x 50 x 28 in. (77 x 127 x 70 cm)</li><li><strong>Dynamic Range:</strong> &gt;5000 within a single scan</li><li><strong>Mass Accuracy:</strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>Orbitrap mass accuracy:<ul><li>&lt;3 ppm RMS using external calibration</li><li>&lt;1 ppm RMS using internal calibration</li></ul></li></ul></li><li><strong>Polarity Switching:</strong> One Full Cycle in 1.1 sec</li><li><strong>Scan Rates:</strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>OTMSⁿ: </strong>Up to 40 Hz</li><li><strong>ITMSⁿ: </strong>Up to 45 Hz</li></ul></li><li><strong>Weight (Metric):</strong> 318 kg (700 lb.)</li><li><strong>Mass Range:</strong> Full MS Mass Range: 50 to 2000 m/z to MSⁿ Mass Range: 40 to 2000 m/z</li><li><strong>Max. Resolution:</strong> Up to 500,000 at m/z 200</li><li><strong>Resolution:</strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>7500 to 500,000 (FWHM) at m/z 200</li><li><strong>1M Option:</strong> up to 1,000,000 (FWHM) at m/z 200</li></ul></li><li><strong>Type:</strong> Orbitrap IQ-X Tribrid MS IC</li><li><strong>Unit Size:</strong> Each</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap Eclipse™ Tribrid™ Mass Spectrometer

With enhanced performance and usability, the Orbitrap Eclipse Tribrid MS makes it easy to produce the high-quality data required to drive the right decisions, while expanding the breadth of your work and pushing your science beyond today’s discovery.

<p><strong>Introducing the Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap Eclipse™ Tribrid™ mass spectrometer, our newest generation instrument designed with your most difficult analytical challenges in mind. With enhanced performance and usability, the Orbitrap Eclipse Tribrid mass spectrometer makes it easy to produce the high-quality data required to drive the right decisions, while expanding the breadth of your work and pushing your science beyond today’s discovery.</strong></p><p>Obtain <strong>high confidence insights</strong> for very complex molecules with the <strong>Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap Eclipse™ Tribrid™ mass spectrometer</strong>. It combines <strong>industry-leading versatility and usability</strong> with the <strong>exceptional performance</strong> afforded by its <strong>built-in intelligence</strong> and <strong>revolutionary Thermo Scientific™ Tribrid™ architecture</strong> to deliver an instrument designed to address the <strong>most difficult analytical challenges</strong>.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Pragolab_Thermo_Orbitrap_Eclipse_Tribrid_hmotnostni_spektrometr_1_622422d68a/Pragolab-Thermo-Orbitrap-Eclipse-Tribrid-hmotnostni-spektrometr-1.webp" alt="Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap Eclipse™ Tribrid™ Mass Spectrometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Pragolab_Thermo_Orbitrap_Eclipse_Tribrid_hmotnostni_spektrometr_1_622422d68a/thumbnail_Pragolab-Thermo-Orbitrap-Eclipse-Tribrid-hmotnostni-spektrometr-1.webp 245w," sizes="100vw" width="596" height="310"></p><h5><strong>This newest Tribrid platform includes:</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>Advanced Ion Management Technology (AIM+)</strong> with the new <strong>QR5 segmented quadrupole mass filter</strong></li><li><strong>Real-Time Search</strong></li><li><strong>Enhanced Vacuum Technology</strong></li><li>Optional <strong>Proton Transfer Charge Reduction (PTCR)</strong></li><li>Optional <strong>High Mass Range MSⁿ (HMRⁿ)</strong> mode</li></ul><h5><strong>Collectively, these features make this instrument uniquely suited for:</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>Accurate and high-throughput full-proteome quantitation</strong></li><li><strong>Characterization of complex mixtures</strong> of protein or small molecule-based pharmaceuticals</li><li><strong>Deciphering higher-order protein structures</strong></li></ul><p>The <strong>Orbitrap Eclipse Tribrid MS</strong> makes it easy to tackle these difficult analyses and collect the <strong>high-quality data required to drive the right decisions</strong>, <strong>pushing your science beyond today's discovery</strong>.</p><p>With its <strong>built-in intelligence and versatility</strong>, the Orbitrap Eclipse Tribrid MS makes it easy to produce the <strong>high quality data required to drive the right decisions</strong>.</p><ul><li><strong>Exceptional precursor selectivity and sensitivity</strong> with the next generation quadrupole mass filter</li><li><strong>Unmatched depth and accuracy of TMT analysis</strong> with novel Real-Time Search</li><li><strong>High Mass Range MSⁿ (HMRⁿ)</strong> option for comprehensive analysis of native protein complexes</li><li><strong>Unique Proton Transfer Charge Reduction (PTCR)</strong> option for simplifying complex top-down spectra</li><li><strong>Full experimental flexibility</strong> with revolutionary instrument control</li><li><strong>A wide range of optional functionalities</strong> for unprecedented versatility</li><li><strong>Common user interface</strong> with <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products/401"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap Exploris™ 480</strong></a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products?category=20&amp;manufacturerItems=3&amp;search=TSQ"><strong>TSQ™ triple quadrupole mass spectrometers</strong></a></li></ul><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Pragolab_Thermo_Orbitrap_Eclipse_Tribrid_hmotnostni_spektrometr_2_53ee609c22/Pragolab-Thermo-Orbitrap-Eclipse-Tribrid-hmotnostni-spektrometr-2.webp" alt="Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap Eclipse™ Tribrid™ Mass Spectrometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Pragolab_Thermo_Orbitrap_Eclipse_Tribrid_hmotnostni_spektrometr_2_53ee609c22/thumbnail_Pragolab-Thermo-Orbitrap-Eclipse-Tribrid-hmotnostni-spektrometr-2.webp 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1452" height="710"></p><h3><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap Eclipse™ Tribrid™ Mass Spectrometer </strong><span><strong>Specifications</strong></span></h3><ul><li><strong>Dimensions (D x W x H):</strong> 30 x 50 x 28 in. (77 x 127 x 70 cm)</li><li><strong>Dynamic Range:</strong> &gt;5000 with a single OTMS spectrum</li><li><strong>Mass Accuracy:</strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>Orbitrap mass accuracy:<ul><li>&lt;3 ppm RMS using external calibration</li><li>&lt;1 ppm RMS using internal calibration</li></ul></li></ul></li><li><strong>Model:</strong> Tribrid MS</li><li><strong>Polarity Switching:</strong> One Full Cycle in &lt; 1.1 sec</li><li><strong>Scan Rates:</strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>OTMSⁿ: </strong>Up to 40 Hz</li><li><strong>ITMSⁿ: </strong>Up to 45 Hz</li></ul></li><li><strong>Weight (Metric):</strong> 180 kg (400 lb.)</li><li><strong>Mass Range:</strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>Standard mass range:</strong> 50 to 2000 m/z</li><li><strong>Mid mass range: </strong>200 to 6000 m/z</li><li><strong>Optomenal HMRⁿ mass range: </strong>500 to 8000 m/z</li></ul></li><li><strong>Max. Resolution:</strong> Up to 500,000 at m/z 200</li><li><strong>Type:</strong> Orbitrap LC-MS</li><li><strong>Unit Size:</strong> Each</li></ul>

Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Ascend Tribrid Mass Spectrometer

Be ready for tomorrow’s most challenging demands. Exceed experimental expectation with the MultiOmics, Structural Biology, and BioPharma Editions of the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Ascend Editions Tribrid Mass Spectrometer.

<p><strong>Exceed experimental expectation with the MultiOmics, Structural Biology, and BioPharma Editions of the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Ascend Editions Tribrid Mass Spectrometer.</strong></p><p><strong>With new capabilities for multiplexed quantitative proteomics, native protein characterization, and deep biopharmaceutical analyses, the three new Editions deliver ultimate experimental throughput, versatility, and ease-of-use for your specific needs.</strong></p><p>Detect and characterize the most difficult protein complexes and native samples without losing low <i>m/z</i> instrument performance and flexibility with the new Native MS option, including world class Orbitrap detection up to <i>m/z</i> 16,000 and ion isolation in the ion trap and quadrupole up to <i>m/z</i> 8,000, with isolation widths down to <i>m/z</i> 100 and <i>m/z</i> 5, respectively.</p><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1937/796;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Scientific_Orbitrap_Ascend_Tribrid_hmotnostni_spektrometr_3_03576fcf9a/Thermo-Scientific-Orbitrap-Ascend-Tribrid-hmotnostni-spektrometr_3.jpg" alt="Thermo Fisher Scientific: Key innovations for Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Ascend Tribrid Mass Spectrometer" width="1937" height="796"></figure><h3><strong>Orbitrap Ascend Editions Tribrid MS</strong></h3><div><ul><li><strong>Orbitrap Ascend MultiOmics Tribrid MS: </strong>Discover more from comprehensive metabolomics to proteomics.</li><li><strong>Orbitrap Ascend Structural Biology Tribrid MS:</strong> Take advantage of ultimate versatility for native protein characterization.</li><li><strong>Orbitrap Ascend BioPharma Tribrid MS: </strong>Successfully characterize your most complex biotherapeutics.</li></ul><div><h3><strong>Introducing the Orbitrap Ascend Editions Tribrid MS</strong></h3></div><div><div><div id="container-deb530bb93"><div><div><div id="container-fffbeb2334"><div><div><div id="text-1451003751"><p>Eliminate the guesswork from your purchase decision with the MultiOmics, BioPharma, and Structural Biology Editions of the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Ascend Tribrid Mass Spectrometer.&nbsp;Simplify your decisions and streamline your research with a tailored configuration for your unique application space.</p><p>Employ cutting edge native structural and biopharmaceutical analyses with multiple fragmentation and ion manipulation techniques. With the new Native MS option, detect protein complexes up to <i>m/z</i> 16,000 in the Orbitrap mass analyzer and isolate proteoforms&nbsp;up to <i>m/z</i> 8,000 with an isolation width as low as <i>m/z</i> 5 in the quadrupole.</p><p>Quantify more peptides, identify more proteins, confidently assign more labile-PTMs, and discover more previously undetectable protein complexes. Characterize proteoforms and modified compounds with more precision than ever before.&nbsp;</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><h3><strong>System highlights</strong></h3><h5><strong>Spend less time on instrument set-up and focus on your science</strong></h5><p>With the integrated Auto-Ready ion source, trigger on-demand or scheduled system calibrations remotely and without disruption to your LC-MS system.</p><h5><strong>Gain increased characterization from lipids to intact proteins to oligonucleotides with orthogonal fragmentation &nbsp;</strong></h5><p>The Orbitrap Ascend Editions mass spectrometers have multiple fragmentation techniques that provide complementary information.</p><ul><li>Standard collision-induced dissociation (CID) and higher-energy collisional dissociation (HCD) can be used for multiple analytes.</li><li>Optional electron transfer dissociation (ETD) increases coverage for proteins and glycopeptide experiments, and ultraviolet photodissociation (UVPD) benefits protein, oligonucleotide, and lipid analysis.</li></ul><h5><strong>Study the largest protein complexes using native MS techniques, all on the same system as bottom-up proteomics techniques</strong></h5><p>The Native MS option comprises the extension of the Orbitrap mass range to m/z 16,000, ion trap ion isolation up to 8,000 with MSn capabilities, and more sensitive and selective extended quadrupole isolation up to m/z 8,000. With the Native MS option, you can detect large protein complexes and characterize the subunits by multiple fragmentation techniques.</p><h5><strong>Environmentally friendly dry pumps decrease energy usage and maintenance</strong></h5><p>By changing the fore pumps from oil-based to a dry pump, we reduce the heat output by 22%. They also eliminate the production of oil vapors and the need for oil checks and changes, lowering maintenance.</p><p>The Orbitrap Ascend Editions mass spectrometers have also received the ACT label, the standard for determining the environmental impact of laboratory products to help labs make informed, sustainable purchasing decisions.</p><h5><strong>Software solutions for your application</strong></h5><p>Streamlined instrument control software across all next-generation Thermo Scientific platforms for ease-of-use through different systems. Edition-specific application templates are ready to use and built into the method editor so you can get meaningful results faster.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Fisher_Scientific_Thermo_Scientific_Orbitrap_Ascend_Tribrid_Mass_Spectrometer_The_most_versatile_platform_for_deep_untargeted_and_accurate_targeted_metabolomics_336c0b833d.jpg" alt="Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Ascend Tribrid Mass Spectrometer - The most versatile platform for deep untargeted and accurate targeted metabolomics" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Fisher_Scientific_Thermo_Scientific_Orbitrap_Ascend_Tribrid_Mass_Spectrometer_The_most_versatile_platform_for_deep_untargeted_and_accurate_targeted_metabolomics_336c0b833d.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="2349" height="1165"></p><h4><strong>Orbitrap Ascend MultiOmics Tribrid MS</strong></h4><p>Benefit from experimental throughput, versatility, and ease-of-use. With industry leading capabilities, the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Ascend MultiOmics Tribrid Mass Spectrometer delivers ultimate data quality. Quantify more samples at lower concentrations using intelligent acquisition and faster Real-Time Search.</p><h5><strong>Applications</strong></h5><ul><li>The most versatile platform for deep untargeted and accurate targeted metabolomics</li><li>The most versatile platform for deep untargeted and accurate targeted metabolomics</li><li>The most versatile platform for deep untargeted and accurate targeted metabolomics</li><li>The most versatile platform for deep untargeted and accurate targeted metabolomics</li><li>The most versatile platform for deep untargeted and accurate targeted metabolomics</li><li>Lipidomics experiments benefit from AqcuireX software and alternative fragmentation capabilities</li></ul><h4><strong>Orbitrap Ascend Structural Biology Tribrid MS</strong></h4><div><div id="container-26e6c6fa34"><div><div><div id="text-872767366"><p>Be prepared for tomorrow's challenges in structural analysis with this powerful solution. Achieve greater coverage and explore different ion manipulation options with an expanded <i>m/z</i> range and multiple fragmentation options.</p><ul><li>Characterize complex molecules (Native MS option) with a recommended mass range up to <i>m/z</i> 16,000 and an extended quadrupole isolation range of up to <i>m/z</i> 8,000.</li><li>Take advantage of multiple fragmentation options (ETD, EThcD, UVPD) and Proton-Transfer Charge Reduction to achieve comprehensive sequence coverage of your protein target.</li></ul><h5><strong>Applications</strong></h5><ul><li>Native MS option facilitates the identification of membrane proteins by top-down MS&nbsp;</li><li>Utilizing PTCR for complex mixture analysis enables more identification across the <i>m/z</i> range &nbsp;</li><li>Crosslinking experimentation is aided by Real-Time Library Search available on the Orbitrap Ascend Structural Biology MS&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Comprehensive disulfide bond mapping analysis using FAIMS and EThcD</li><li>Characterize larger proteoforms by top-down proteomics</li><li>Characterize larger proteoforms by top-down proteomics</li><li>Native MS option extends ion detection of large protein complexes</li></ul><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Thermo_Fisher_Scientific_Thermo_Scientific_Orbitrap_Ascend_Tribrid_Mass_Spectrometer_Lipidomics_experiments_benefit_from_Aqcuire_X_software_and_alternative_fragmentation_capabilities_da54862143.jpg" alt="Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Ascend Tribrid Mass Spectrometer - Lipidomics experiments benefit from AqcuireX software and alternative fragmentation capabilities" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Thermo_Fisher_Scientific_Thermo_Scientific_Orbitrap_Ascend_Tribrid_Mass_Spectrometer_Lipidomics_experiments_benefit_from_Aqcuire_X_software_and_alternative_fragmentation_capabilities_da54862143.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="3257" height="850"></p><h4><strong>Orbitrap Ascend BioPharma Tribrid MS</strong></h4></div></div></div></div></div><p>Elevate your analytical capabilities and successfully characterize your most complex products from peptides to native protein characterization with the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Ascend BioPharma Tribrid Mass Spectrometer.&nbsp; Achieve greater coverage for oligonucleotide sequences and analyze even the largest and most complex molecules.</p><ul><li>Recommended alternate fragmentation techniques enable detailed structural elucidation.</li><li>Automated Auto-Ready ion source and application-specific pre-built method templates streamline instrument setup.</li></ul><h5><strong>Applications</strong></h5><ul><li>Comprehensive native analysis of complex therapeutic proteins using Native MS option and PTCR</li><li>Comprehensively characterize antibody-drug conjugates combining orthogonal fragmentation techniques</li><li>Enhanced speed and sensitivity for high sequence coverage and low abundant PTM identifications in peptide mapping experiments</li><li>Improved sensitivity allows highly confident identification of ppb Host Cell Proteins at analytical flow rates</li><li>Characterize intact sgRNA up to 100 base pairs using low-q CID fragmentation</li><li>Unparalleled characterization of low-abundant modifications in oligonucleotides</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p></div>

Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Astral Mass Spectrometer

A new horizon for single-cell, quantitative, and translational proteomics.

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt1" comp-id="A1"><div><p><strong>Looking to unlock additional insights into biology and disease mechanisms? With faster throughput, deeper coverage, higher sensitivity, and accurate and precise quantitation; the Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Astral Mass Spectrometer enables you to dramatically expand the scale and scope of your experiments.</strong></p><p>See how it sets a new standard for mass spectrometry performance and redefines what is possible for discovery and translational research to help you rapidly and comprehensively capture the dynamic, temporal, and spatial complexity of biology.</p><h3><strong>Key benefits</strong></h3><h4><strong>Faster throughput</strong></h4><p>Achieve faster throughput with a high throughput injection-to-injection cycle of just 8 minutes.</p><ul><li>Analyze one sample in only 8 minutes</li><li>In one day, analyze over 1.4 million protein groups from 180 samples</li></ul><h4><strong>Deeper coverage</strong></h4><p>The near whole-proteome coverage of these methods reduces the chances of missing out on important proteins of interest.</p><ul><li>See more in less time or spend more time and go even deeper</li><li>Double the depth and quadruple the throughput for phosphoproteomics</li></ul><h4><strong>Higher sensitivity</strong></h4><p>The high dynamic range of the proteome necessitates the measurement of not only high abundance proteins, but also proteins with just a few copies.</p><ul><li>Deeper coverage from single cells at faster throughput</li><li>1 ng HeLa DIA/18 min (80 SPD)</li></ul><h4><strong>Accurate and precise quantitation</strong></h4><p>Biological changes are quantitative in nature, requiring accurate and precise measurements to determine statistically significant biomarkers.</p><ul><li>Accurate and precise quantitation of three-proteome mixtures</li><li>The Orbitrap Astral mass spectrometer enables accurate and precise quantitation with 88% of identified proteins having 20% CV or less and 75% having 10% CV or less</li></ul><p><img style="aspect-ratio:1224/513;" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Pragolab_Konstrukce_hmotnostniho_spektrometru_Thermo_Orbitrap_Astral_e38e10580c/Pragolab-Konstrukce-hmotnostniho-spektrometru-Thermo-Orbitrap-Astral.jpg" alt="Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Astral Mass Spectrometer" width="1224" height="513"></p><h3><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/cz/en/home/industrial/mass-spectrometry/liquid-chromatography-mass-spectrometry-lc-ms/lc-ms-systems/orbitrap-lc-ms/orbitrap-astral-mass-spectrometer.html"><strong>An overview</strong></a><strong> of the Orbitrap Astral MS from Alexander Makarov, Ph.D.</strong></h3><p>The new Astral analyzer builds on Thermo Fisher Scientific’s proven Orbitrap mass spectrometry platform with novel technology to deliver up to two times deeper proteome coverage and up to four times more throughput compared to current mass spectrometers.</p><p>Alexander Makarov, Ph.D., Director Global Research LSMS, Thermo Fisher Scientific, claims the Astral analyzer represents a new class of high-resolution accurate-mass analyzers with a unique performance envelope.</p><p>"The introduction of the Astral analyzer represents a starting point in the future evolution of its technology to new frontiers of performance," said Makarov.</p><h3><strong>What customers are saying</strong></h3><h4><strong>A New Standard for Data-Independent Acquisition</strong></h4><p>Learn how the Orbitrap Astral mass spectrometer will enable precision medicine at scale with revolutionary new DIA methods for plasma proteomics.</p><p>The future of proteomics lies in the accurate and precise measurement of thousands of proteins across thousands of samples. Data-independent Acquisition (DIA) facilitates deep proteome coverage with high quantitative accuracy and precision using label-free quantitation (LFQ) due to the unbiased and reproducible nature of mass spectrometry measurements.</p><div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/cz/en/home/industrial/mass-spectrometry/liquid-chromatography-mass-spectrometry-lc-ms/lc-ms-systems/orbitrap-lc-ms/orbitrap-astral-mass-spectrometer/why-orbitrap-astral.html?videoId=6331001711112">Mike MacCoss, Ph.D.</a>, Professor, Department of Genome Sciences, University of Washington</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/cz/en/home/industrial/mass-spectrometry/liquid-chromatography-mass-spectrometry-lc-ms/lc-ms-systems/orbitrap-lc-ms/orbitrap-astral-mass-spectrometer/why-orbitrap-astral.html?videoId=6331014977112">Jennifer Van Eyk, Ph.D.</a>, Director, Basic Science Research, Barbra Streisand Women’s Heart Center Director, Advanced Clinical Biosystem Institute Center, Cedars-Sinai</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/cz/en/home/industrial/mass-spectrometry/liquid-chromatography-mass-spectrometry-lc-ms/lc-ms-systems/orbitrap-lc-ms/orbitrap-astral-mass-spectrometer/why-orbitrap-astral.html?videoId=6331000425112">Jesper Olsen, Ph.D.</a>, Deputy Center Director, Professor, Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Research, University of Copenhagen</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/cz/en/home/industrial/mass-spectrometry/liquid-chromatography-mass-spectrometry-lc-ms/lc-ms-systems/orbitrap-lc-ms/orbitrap-astral-mass-spectrometer/why-orbitrap-astral.html?videoId=6331001022112">Qing Yu</a>, Research Associate at Harvard Medical School</li></ul></div></div></div><h4><strong>The Era of Single-Cell Proteomics Has Arrived</strong></h4><p>Single cell proteomics can determine the dynamic nature of the proteome across cell types in both time and space. The increased resolution that is gained by measuring single cells instead of bulk samples provides a deeper insight into disease mechanisms and fundamental biological processes to unravel the complexity of biology. Learn how the Orbitrap Astral mass spectrometer opens a new horizon for single-cell proteomics by empowering higher throughput and deeper coverage without sacrificing quantitative accuracy and precision.</p><div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="B1"><div><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/cz/en/home/industrial/mass-spectrometry/liquid-chromatography-mass-spectrometry-lc-ms/lc-ms-systems/orbitrap-lc-ms/orbitrap-astral-mass-spectrometer/why-orbitrap-astral.html?videoId=6331010858112">Erwin Schoof, Ph.D.</a>, Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine, Section for Protein Science and Biotherapeutics, Cell Diversity Lab, Technical University of Denmark</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/cz/en/home/industrial/mass-spectrometry/liquid-chromatography-mass-spectrometry-lc-ms/lc-ms-systems/orbitrap-lc-ms/orbitrap-astral-mass-spectrometer/why-orbitrap-astral.html?videoId=6331001916112">Joshua Coon, Ph.D.</a>, Professor of Biomolecular Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/cz/en/home/industrial/mass-spectrometry/liquid-chromatography-mass-spectrometry-lc-ms/lc-ms-systems/orbitrap-lc-ms/orbitrap-astral-mass-spectrometer/why-orbitrap-astral.html?videoId=6331012816112">Nikolai Slavov, Ph.D.</a>, Founding Director of Parallel Squared Technology Institute and Professor at Northeastern University</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/cz/en/home/industrial/mass-spectrometry/liquid-chromatography-mass-spectrometry-lc-ms/lc-ms-systems/orbitrap-lc-ms/orbitrap-astral-mass-spectrometer/why-orbitrap-astral.html?videoId=6331016836112">Sophia Steigerwald, Ph.D.</a>, Student at the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry</li></ul></div></div></div><h3><strong>How it works</strong></h3><p>The Orbitrap Astral Mass Spectrometer combines three mass analyzers: a quadrupole mass analyzer for high selectivity and high ion transmission; an Orbitrap mass analyzer for high dynamic range and high-resolution measurements; and a novel Astral analyzer for fast and sensitive measurements. The front end, from the ion source up to the segmented quadrupole mass filter, is designed to maximize instrument sensitivity and robustness. Ions are trapped and concentrated in the ion routing multipole, which facilitates the transfer of ions to either of the high-resolution accurate-mass (HRAM) analyzers. Synchronization of ion transfer and processing throughout the instrument enables the parallel handling of five separate ion packets simultaneously. This synchronization enables each mass analyzer to be used in combination to optimize performance and experimental flexibility.</p><p>The Orbitrap analyzer is ideally suited for the acquisition of high dynamic range HRAM MS and MS<sup>2</sup> spectra, including an optional Biopharma mode to extend the mass range up to <i>m/z</i> 8,000. The Astral Mass Analyzer delivers high acquisition rates up to 200 Hz, single ion detection sensitivity, and high dynamic range HRAM SIM and MS<sup>2</sup> measurements that are fully synchronized with parallel Orbitrap analyzer operation. Due to this synchronization the Orbitrap Astral Mass Spectrometer excels at many data acquisition strategies including High Resolution Data-Independent Acquisition (HR-DIA) and data-dependent acquisition (DDA). These acquisition strategies combined with the high resolution and dynamic range of the Orbitrap and Astral analyzers enable accurate and precise quantitation using either Label-Free Quantitation (LFQ) or multiplexing with Tandem Mass Tag (TMT)-labeled peptides.</p></div></div></div><p class="cke-user_style-important"><strong>A 3D tour of the instrument can be found </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/cz/en/home/virtual/orbitrap-astral-ms-3d-tour.html"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>

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