<h4>Latest edition of the Wiley Registry/NIST Mass Spectral Library for leading pharmaceutical, environmental, and forensic laboratories worldwide expands coverage to more than 1.2 million spectra</h4>Wiley, a global leader in authoritative content and research intelligence, today released the new edition of the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/2591">Wiley Registry/NIST Mass Spectral Library</a>, a reference database that combines two essential mass spectrometry references in a single, integrated collection, giving scientists the full depth of both to identify unknown chemical compounds.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Wiley_Wiley_Registry_NIST_EI_Mass_Spectral_Library_2026_4d3c8f440f.jpg" alt="Wiley: Wiley Registry/NIST EI Mass Spectral Library 2026" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Wiley_Wiley_Registry_NIST_EI_Mass_Spectral_Library_2026_4d3c8f440f.jpg 110w," sizes="100vw" width="1524" height="2161">For years, laboratories doing GC-MS analysis have relied on Wiley’s renowned <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/887">Wiley Registry of Mass Spectral Data</a> and the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/2461">NIST/EPA/NIH EI Mass Spectral Library</a> from the U.S. government’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to power their analytical workflows. These two respected references are united in this database, one of the most comprehensive resources of its kind.The new 2026 edition updates the collection, adding tens of thousands of newly validated compounds across both libraries and bringing the total to more than 1.2 million electron ionization (EI) mass spectra—unique chemical “signatures” used to identify substances.The Wiley Registry/NIST Mass Spectral Library is part of Wiley’s growing portfolio of scientific data and research intelligence solutions, which spans spectral databases, chemistry and materials literature, and analytical tools supporting researchers from discovery through applied outcomes.Wiley’s spectral database solutions are trusted by leading pharmaceutical, environmental, and forensic laboratories worldwide, reflecting Wiley’s mission to transform knowledge into actionable intelligence that helps researchers make confident, high-stakes decisions.<blockquote>“When a scientist runs a sample through a mass spectrometer, the results are only as good as the reference data behind them,” said Armughan Rafat, Wiley senior vice president and chief AI &amp; data analytics officer. “By uniting the Wiley Registry and the NIST Library in a single resource, we deliver the breadth, quality, and validation scientists need to identify unknown compounds faster and with confidence.”</blockquote>Available in the most common instrumentation manufacturer formats, the library supports high-confidence analysis across GC-MS workflows.<h4>Spectral Databases</h4>Spectral databases contain unique molecular “fingerprints” of substances captured through analytical techniques such as infrared (IR), mass spectrometry (MS), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and Raman spectroscopy. By comparing experimental spectra against validated reference data, researchers can accurately identify unknown compounds across a wide range of applications. &nbsp;<h4>About Wiley</h4>Wiley is a global leader in authoritative content and research intelligence for the advancement of scientific discovery, innovation, and learning. With more than 200 years at the center of the scholarly ecosystem, Wiley combines trusted publishing heritage with AI-powered platforms to transform how knowledge is discovered, accessed, and applied. From individual researchers and students to Fortune 500 R&amp;D teams, Wiley enables the transformation of scientific breakthroughs into real-world impact. From knowledge to impact—Wiley is redefining what’s possible in science and learning.&nbsp;

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The countdown is almost over. In just one week, the international chromatography community will meet in Prague for the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/events/644">35th International Symposium on Chromatography (ISC 2026)</a>, taking place from September 6–10, 2026. Whether your registration has been confirmed for months or you are still deciding whether to join, now is the time to finalize your plans. Here is what you need to know before ISC 2026 begins.<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/companies/314">ISC</a> is the oldest conference series dedicated to separation science, with symposia organized since 1956. This September, the Prague Congress Centre will welcome researchers, industry experts, instrument manufacturers, young scientists, and other specialists for five days of chromatography and separation science, covering everything from fundamental research to pharmaceutical, environmental, food, health, and omics applications.But before the scientific sessions begin, there are a few practical details worth checking.<h4>ISC officially starts on September 6 – but activities begin a day earlier</h4>The official dates for ISC 2026 are Sunday, September 6 through Thursday, September 10, but for some participants the conference starts already on Saturday, September 5.The first Short Courses are scheduled for Saturday (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/article/6770">SC 1 – Modern HPLC Separation in Theory and Practice</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/article/7312">SC 2 – mzmine for LC-MS data analysis</a>), with additional courses continuing on Sunday morning and afternoon. If you have registered for a Short Course, make sure to check its exact date and starting time before arranging your journey to Prague.Sunday then marks the official opening of ISC 2026, with the Opening Ceremony, Award Ceremony, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/article/7361">plenary lectures</a>, and Welcome Reception introducing delegates to the week ahead.<h4>Haven’t registered yet? You can still join ISC 2026</h4>Missed the late-registration deadline? It is still possible to attend.Onsite registration has been available since August 26, 2026, giving last-minute participants another opportunity to join the symposium. Current onsite registration fees are:<ul><li>Industry: €1,150</li><li>Academic: €890</li><li>Student: €390</li><li>Short Courses: €270</li></ul>The Short Course fee covers participation in up to three Short Courses.One practical point for last-minute registration: bank-transfer payments closed on August 19, so only card payments are now accepted.Full registration includes access to oral and poster sessions, the exhibition, the Sunday Welcome Reception, scheduled lunches and coffee breaks, the electronic Book of Abstracts, and a Prague public transportation pass.<h4>Where is ISC 2026 and how do you get there?</h4>ISC 2026 will take place at the:Prague Congress Centre<ul><li>5. května 65</li><li>140 21 Prague 4</li><li>Czech Republic</li></ul>The venue is particularly easy to reach by public transport. It is located directly on Prague’s Metro Line C at Vyšehrad station, just around five minutes by metro from Muzeum station in the city centre.The Prague Congress Centre brings the lecture halls, exhibition spaces, meeting rooms, and other conference facilities together in one venue, making it easy to move between scientific sessions, posters, industry activities, and the exhibition throughout the day.And since full conference registration includes public transportation in Prague, getting around the city during ISC should be straightforward.<h4>When can you pick up your conference materials?</h4>The registration desk will already be open during the Short Courses and will remain available throughout the symposium.Registration opening hours:<ul><li>Saturday, September 5: 8:30–17:00</li><li>Sunday, September 6: 7:30–19:00</li><li>Monday, September 7: 7:30–18:00</li><li>Tuesday, September 8: 7:30–19:00</li><li>Wednesday, September 9: 8:00–18:00</li><li>Thursday, September 10: 8:30–14:30</li></ul>If you are arriving in Prague on Sunday, allowing some extra time for registration before the Opening Ceremony will make the start of the conference considerably more relaxed.<h4>Now is the time to build your personal ISC program</h4>With several parallel sessions running throughout the week, trying to decide where to go only after arriving at the venue may mean missing something important.The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/article/7477">main scientific program</a> is organized around three broad areas:<ul><li>Fundamentals</li><li>Bioanalysis and omics applications</li><li>Hyphenated techniques</li></ul>These are complemented by <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/article/7280">Tutorials </a>+ Young Speakers, plenary and invited lectures, poster sessions, the international exhibition, vendor seminars, and industry-focused activities.Before leaving for Prague, take another look at the Interactive Program and mark the lectures, posters, and other activities that are most relevant to you. If you are presenting your own work, this is also the right time to double-check your assigned session, room, and presentation time.And don’t focus only on the oral program. Poster sessions and exhibition breaks are among the best opportunities to discuss new research directly with authors, meet instrument and technology specialists, and make new contacts.<h4>Don’t overlook the vendor seminars and industry program</h4>ISC 2026 is not limited to academic presentations. The conference also includes an extensive industry component, with activities covering current challenges in separation science and practical applications of new analytical technologies.During the lunchtime sessions, participants can attend <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/article/7736">vendor seminars</a> presented by companies including Avantor, Shimadzu, Advanced Materials Technology, Restek, and Thermo Fisher Scientific. Topics range from stationary-phase selectivity and chromatographic modelling to HPLC and LC-MS column technologies and advanced characterization of biotherapeutics.The conference also includes dedicated <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/article/7777">Industry Activities</a> from Monday through Wednesday, bringing together academic and industrial perspectives on topics relevant to analytical laboratories and the future of separation science. One of the discussions, for example, will examine how education in separation science can better reflect the skills required by modern industry, while another will focus on sustainability and the practical implementation of greener analytical workflows.On Wednesday, participants can also join the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/article/7801">Publishing Workshop</a>, another activity worth adding to the schedule if scientific publishing is part of your work.<h4>Test your chromatography knowledge at the ISC Quiz</h4>Not every session needs to be completely serious.On Tuesday, September 8 from 18:30 to 19:30, ISC will host an interactive Chromatography Quiz, combining practical questions, chromatography fundamentals, unusual facts, and lighter challenges.There is no advance registration required. Any registered conference participant can join, but remember to bring a smartphone—the quiz uses live participation through a QR code.Results will be scored in real time, and prizes will be awarded to the top three participants.<h4>Start networking from the first evening</h4>The scientific program may be the main reason to attend ISC, but the conversations between sessions can be equally valuable.The first major networking opportunity comes immediately on Sunday.The Welcome Reception will take place on September 6 from 18:30 to 20:00 in the second-floor foyer of the Prague Congress Centre. It is open to registered participants and accompanying persons and includes a light buffet and drinks.As it takes place immediately after the opening program, it is an ideal opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, meet new contacts, and start conversations before the full parallel scientific program begins on Monday.Another social highlight will be the Gala Dinner on Wednesday, September 9 from 19:00 to midnight at the National House Vinohrady.The Gala Dinner requires a separate €100 ticket, is not included in the standard registration fee, and has a smart-casual dress code. Participants should also note that transportation to and from the venue is not organized by the conference.<h4>And perhaps leave a little time for Prague</h4>A conference schedule can fill up quickly, but ISC 2026 is taking place in one of Europe’s most walkable cities.If you find some free time between sessions, Vyšehrad is only about a 10-minute walk from the Prague Congress Centre and offers panoramic views across Prague and the Vltava River. It is an easy option for a short walk without travelling back into the historic city centre.See you at ISC 2026 in Prague!

ISC 2026 Starts in One Week: What You Need to Know

In the week from August 31, the following webinars await you in the field of atomic and molecular spectroscopy and spectrometry<blockquote><h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinars">👉 DETAILS AND REGISTRATION IN THE WEBINARS SECTION</a></h4>👉 Search and filter in the largest global database with over 5 500 GC, LC, MS and spectroscopy webinars.</blockquote><h5>1. Technology Networks: Modern Methods for Faster Microbial Analysis</h5><ul><li>Tu, 1.9.2026 11:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6454">Registration</a></li></ul>Struggling to choose the right technique for microbial testing? Learn how MALDI-TOF, FTIR, and automated DNA/RNA electrophoresis accelerate identification.<h5>2. Agilent Technologies: ICP-MS for Hybrid Photoelectrode Characterization</h5><ul><li>Tu, 1.9.2026 21:30 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6411">Registration</a></li></ul>Quantify catalyst loading on hybrid photoelectrodes and discover how the Agilent 7850 ICP-MS supports solar fuel research.<h5>3. SciY/Mestrelab Research: From Legacy Workflows to Paperless Labs: Track Every Sample, Process, and Decision</h5><ul><li>Th, 3.9.2026 17:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6425">Registration</a></li></ul>Transform your lab from paper to digital. Learn how WebLab and LIMS workflows automate sample tracking and support laboratory compliance.<h5>4. Agilent Technologies: Learn to Select and Apply the Proper Internal Standard in ICP-OES</h5><ul><li>Th, 3.9.2026 20:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6412">Registration</a></li></ul>Master the use of internal standards in ICP-OES and learn how to select suitable standards to correct matrix effects and signal drift.

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The International Symposium on Chromatography (ISC) represents the oldest conference series focussing on separation science. ISC symposia have been organised since 1956 in each even year. ISC is internationally recognised as one of the premier meeting series for discussion of all modes of chromatography and separation science with a broad coverage of techniques and applications.

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Renewable energy resources such as solar are promising complements to the combustion of fossil fuels. However, the intermittent and diurnal nature of sunlight necessitates economical and efficient energy storage technologies. A promising approach to both storing solar energy and generating combustible liquid fuels is driving the transformation of abundant energy-poor feedstocks (CO2, H2O) into energy-dense liquid fuels using energy from solar photons, known as “artificial photosynthesis.”&nbsp;One approach for artificial photosynthesis is to immobilize fuel-producing molecular catalysts onto light-absorbing semiconductor materials to create “hybrid photoelectrodes,” allowing for both the stability of heterogenous surfaces and the tunability of molecular catalysts. The Center for Hybrid Approaches in Solar Energy to Liquid Fuels (CHASE) is a multi-institutional energy innovation hub which aims to advance hybrid photoelectrodes for the light-driven generation of liquid fuels from CO2 and H2O. A variety of chemical techniques, including sonochemical hydrosilylation, π-π stacking, and electrochemical grafting, are utilized to anchor ruthenium and rhenium molecular CO2-reduction catalysts to a silicon surface.&nbsp;To study the efficacy of these catalyst loading techniques, Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (employing an Agilent 7850 ICP-MS) is leveraged to quantify catalyst surface coverage. Silicon samples are digested in an HNO3/HCl matrix to solubilize ruthenium and rhenium metal centers. As each anchored molecular catalyst contains one metal center, surface coverage estimates can be drawn by pairing ICP-MS data with the dimensions of the catalyst and the size of the silicon photoelectrode. From these data, key conclusions are drawn which correlate anchoring technique, reaction time, and silicon morphology to the loadings of these molecular catalysts. This information provides a guiding framework for next-generation designs of hybrid photoelectrodes.<blockquote>Presenter: Jillian L. Dempsey (Director, Center for Hybrid Approaches in Solar Energy to Liquid Fuels (CHASE) and an Associate Editor for ACS Electrochemistry)Jillian L. Dempsey is a professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is currently the Director of the Center for Hybrid Approaches in Solar Energy to Liquid Fuels (CHASE) and an Associate Editor for ACS Electrochemistry.Jillian received her S.B. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2005 where she worked in the laboratory of Prof. Daniel G. Nocera. As an NSF Graduate Research Fellow, she carried out research with Prof. Harry B. Gray and Dr. Jay R. Winkler at the California Institute of Technology, receiving her PhD in 2011. From 2011–2012 she was an NSF ACC Postdoctoral Fellow with Daniel R. Gamelin at the University of Washington.In 2012, Jillian joined the faculty at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her research group explores charge transfer processes associated with energy capture and conversion, including proton-coupled electron transfer reactions and electron transfer across interfaces. Her research bridges molecular and materials chemistry and relies heavily on methods of physical inorganic chemistry, including transient absorption spectroscopy and electrochemistry.She has received numerous awards including the Harry B. Gray Award for Creative Work in Inorganic Chemistry by a Young Investigator (2019), the J. Carlyle Sitterson Award for Teaching First-Year Students (2017), a Sloan Research Fellowship (2016), a Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering (2015), the Agnes Fay Morgan Research Award (2020), the University Award for Advancement of Women (2021), and the Brown Investigator Award (2026).</blockquote><blockquote>Presenter: Rebecca E. Powers (Graduate Student, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)Rebecca (Becca) E. Powers is a fourth-year graduate student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Prof. Jillian L. Dempsey’s research group.Becca graduated summa cum laude with a B.S. in Chemistry and B.S. in Physics from Creighton University in 2022. At Creighton University, she researched in the laboratories of Dr. Kayode Oshin and Dr. Janet Seger. While pursuing degrees in both chemistry and physics, Becca conducted research across both fields, including work on the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider (RHIC) at Brookhaven National Laboratory. Becca was selected as both a Clare Boothe Luce fellow and a Goldwater Scholar during her undergraduate studies.Becca joined Prof. Jillian Dempsey’s lab in 2022 and began researching as a part of the Center for Hybrid Approaches in Solar Energy to Liquid Fuels (CHASE). Her research explores the chemical and physical properties of semiconducting photoelectrodes for photon capture and solar fuel generation. Becca’s research utilizes a large range of techniques, including electrochemistry, inductively coupled plasma-mass spectroscopy (ICP-MS), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and time-resolved infrared spectroscopy (TRIR). Becca’s outreach and research efforts have been recognized with a Prof. James Tamage Dobbins Award and UNC Chemistry Graduate Student Award for Research Excellence.</blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: ICP-MS for Hybrid Photoelectrode Characterization

ICP-MS for Hybrid Photoelectrode Characterization

Learn how the Agilent 7850 ICP-MS quantifies catalyst surface coverage on hybrid photoelectrodes to advance artificial photosynthesis and solar fuel research

Hybrid Photoelectrode Characterization via ICP-MS

Choosing the right internal standard is critical to achieving accurate, reliable ICP‑OES results—but knowing how and when to apply one isn’t always straightforward. In this webinar, we’ll review the fundamental principles of internal standardization in ICP‑OES and provide practical guidance on selecting the most appropriate internal standards for different elements, sample types, and analytical challenges. You’ll learn how internal standards help correct for signal drift, matrix effects, and sample introduction variability, as well as common pitfalls to avoid. Through real‑world examples, we’ll demonstrate how proper internal standard selection and implementation can improve data quality, confidence, and consistency across both routine and more challenging analyses.<blockquote>Presenter: Ana García González (Atomic Spectroscopy Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies)Ana Garcia is the Atomic Spectroscopy Application Scientist at Agilent Technologies. Ana has a broad background in atomic spectroscopy technologies, including international experience developing and validating analytical spectroscopy methods for the geochemical industry. She has also published in the fields of molecular spectroscopy and chemometrics. Ana holds a MSc in plant Biotechnology at CINVESTAV, México, and a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology Engineering.</blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Learn to Select and Apply the Proper Internal Standard in ICP-OES

Learn to Select and Apply the Proper Internal Standard in ICP-OES

Learn how to select and apply internal standards in ICP-OES. Correct for matrix effects, signal drift, and sample introduction variability effectively

Selecting & Applying Internal Standards in ICP-OES

Laboratories are under growing pressure to handle increasing volumes of samples and data while operating under tighter regulatory inspection, all without compromising turnaround times or traceability. In this context, many organizations attempt to extend existing workflows and legacy tools, which can introduce inefficiencies, increase manual effort, and create compliance risks. At the same time, it is not always clear which digital solutions are best suited to address these challenges.This presentation illustrates how modern digital laboratory environments streamline routine activities by minimizing manual tasks and embedding compliance directly into everyday workflows. Drawing on a real-world use case, we show how automated capture of data from multiple sample measurements at the point of execution enables a continuous, sample-centric workflow.By removing manual interventions and paper-based processes, laboratories can improve efficiency and visibility, support faster and more reliable decision-making while remaining responsive to evolving customer demands.<h4>Learning Points</h4><ul><li>The role of different systems (LIMS, SDMS, ELN) within the digital lab landscape and how they differ from each other's</li><li>How WebLab manages laboratory operations from a sample perspective, enabling you to track every sample, stage, and next action across workflows</li><li>How automated data capture from connected instruments helps reduce errors, lower contamination risks, and accelerate sample processing</li><li>You will see, through a real-life example, how integrated digital workflows improve data quality, accelerate reporting, and increase operational efficiency</li></ul><h4>Who should attend</h4>Professionals working in small to mid‑sized laboratories, including:<ul><li>Directors and Managers of Analytical, QC, or Contract Labs</li><li>Lab Operations and QA/QC Leaders</li><li>Digitalization and IT at organizations transitioning from paper, Excel, or legacy systems to LIMS</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Peter Bellstedt, PhD (Director of Business Development and Product Manager at SciY)Peter studied Biochemistry at the University of Jena before completing a PhD on the structural characterization of a DNA repair protein using solution and solid-state NMR. He was then appointed as the head of the NMR Spectroscopy Platform in Jena, Germany, where he pioneered the implementation of modern, highly efficient data-driven workflows. After five years, he moved to the University of Zurich, Switzerland, as a principal investigator, where his lab focused on structure-based drug discovery. This year, he brought his wealth of experience to the LOGS by SciY team, focusing on efficient workflow solutions for research labs and facilities on a global scale.</blockquote>

SciY: From Legacy Workflows to Paperless Labs: Track Every Sample, Process, and Decision

From Legacy Workflows to Paperless Labs: Track Every Sample, Process, and Decision

Transition from paper to a paperless lab. Discover how WebLab, LIMS, and automated data capture streamline sample tracking and boost compliance

Paperless Labs & Sample Tracking: Digital LIMS Workflows

<h4>How about a 30 minute coffee break along with a bite of Empower?</h4><h5>Here you go!</h5>Faster Root Cause Analysis with Next-Generation LC and Empower™ SoftwareDiscover how next-generation LC systems connected to Empower software automatically capture critical system and method data, enabling faster troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Learn how to quickly identify the causes of peak tailing, reduced resolution, lower sensitivity, and other routine deviations while improving laboratory efficiency and confidence in your results.<h5>Key takeaways:</h5><ul><li>Automated data capture with connected LC systems and Empower</li><li>Faster identification of chromatographic issues</li><li>Improved troubleshooting efficiency and reduced downtime</li><li>Enhanced data integrity and compliance support</li></ul>Prepare a coffee and attend!<blockquote>Speaker: Ralf Schröder (Informatics Market Development Manager)Speaker: Andrea Gheduzzi (Principal LC Market Development Manager)</blockquote>

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<div>Rapid microbial analysis is essential for maintaining product quality, ensuring safety, and supporting efficient laboratory workflows, yet selecting the most appropriate analytical approach can be challenging.This educational webinar explores three complementary methods—matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS) for microbial identification, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy for microbial strain typing, and automated DNA/RNA electrophoresis for genetic analysis.Through practical examples and application-focused discussion, attendees will gain a clearer understanding of each technique's strengths, limitations, and ideal use cases, helping them make more informed decisions when designing or optimizing microbial testing workflows.Attend this webinar to:<ul><li>Understand how MALDI-TOF MS, FTIR, and automated DNA/RNA electrophoresis address different microbial analysis challenges</li><li>Learn how these three methods can support faster and more efficient microbial testing workflows</li><li>Evaluate which analytical approach is best suited to specific microbial testing applications and laboratory objectives</li><li>Apply practical considerations when implementing microbial identification, bacterial classification, or genetic analysis techniques in routine testing</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Kaoru Nakagawa (Assistant Manager, Application Specialist (MALDI), Shimadzu Corporation)Kaoru Nakagawa joined Shimadzu Corporation in 2008. She began her career at the Koichi Tanaka Mass Spectrometry Research Laboratory, where she developed highly sensitive glycan analysis methods using MALDI-MS with liquid-matrix-based on-plate labeling. Kaoru later moved to a customer-facing role, supporting applications such as, MALDI-MS imaging technologies, including on-tissue chemical derivatization. Today, her work focuses on developing rapid, practical methods for microbial identification using MALDI. Guided by Shimadzu’s corporate philosophy, “Contributing to society through science and technology,” she is dedicated to advancing mass spectrometry technologies that help address real-world scientific challenges.</blockquote><blockquote>Presenter: Nozomi Maeshima (Assistant Manager, Application Specialist (Life Science), Shimadzu Corporation)Nozomi Maeshima is an applications scientist at Shimadzu, where she has been involved in LC-MS application development in the life sciences field and in genetic analysis applications. She also leads promotional and marketing activities and supports customer inquiries. During university, she studied chemical biology and investigated the mechanisms of enzymes involved in biosynthetic processes. Nozomi brings a combination of research experience and applications expertise to help laboratories identify practical solutions for their analytical needs.</blockquote><blockquote>Presenter: Xu Yan ( Assistant Manager, Application Specialist (FTIR), Shimadzu Corporation)Xu Yan is an application chemist at Shimadzu Corporation with five years of experience developing FTIR applications for microbiology, environmental analysis, and GX-related fields. His work focuses on advancing practical FTIR applications and has gained extensive experience in method development and real-world implementation. In this session, Xu will present insights into the use of FTIR for microbiological analysis, including strain typing and related applications.</blockquote></div>

Technology Networks: Modern Methods for Faster Microbial Analysis

Modern Methods for Faster Microbial Analysis

Explore modern microbial analysis methods. Learn how MALDI-TOF MS, FTIR, and automated electrophoresis streamline identification, strain typing, and genetics

Modern Microbial Analysis: MALDI-TOF, FTIR & Electrophoresis

Wastewater surveillance has become an increasingly valuable approach for monitoring antimicrobial resistance (AMR) within a One Health framework. &nbsp;However, comprehensive characterization of antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) in complex environmental samples remains challenging using conventional methodologies alone.Join Helena Torrell, PhD, and Douglas Hurd, PhD, for a webinar discussing the challenges of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance in complex environmental samples and the growing need for sensitive, targeted genomic approaches. &nbsp;Douglas will provide an overview of Agilent’s SureSelect target enrichment technology prior to Next Generation Sequencing and its role in enhancing the detection of low-abundance gene sequences, before introducing guest speaker Helena Torrell, PhD. Helena will share her team’s innovative application of targeted hybridization capture for wastewater-based AMR surveillance.This presentation will introduce a targeted hybridization capture strategy we developed to enhance the detection and characterization of known ARGs in environmental samples. &nbsp;Using hospital wastewater as a case study, the presentation will discuss the outstanding performance of our targeted enrichment approach for AMR surveillance, demonstrating its potential advantages and comparing its performance with untargeted shotgun metagenomic sequencing. The session will also address the opportunities and current limitations of targeted capture technologies for environmental resistome monitoring and their potential role in future surveillance programs.<h4>Learning Objectives:</h4><ol style="list-style-type:decimal;"><li>Learn how targeted capture improves ARG detection and environmental samples.</li><li>Compare targeted enrichment with shotgun metagenomic sequencing for AMR surveillance.</li><li>Explore the benefits and limitations of targeted capture for resistome monitoring</li></ol><blockquote>Presenter: &nbsp;Helena Torrell Galceran, PhD ( Head of the Genomics Platform, Omic Sciences Unit, Eurecat Technology Center, Barcelona, Spain)Helena Torrell, PhD in Biomedicine, is the Head of the Genomics Platform within the Omic Sciences Unit at Eurecat Technology Center (Barcelona, Spain). &nbsp;She specializes in microbial genomics, metagenomics, and next-generation sequencing technologies, with a particular focus on developing genomic tools for infectious disease research, antimicrobial resistance surveillance, and environmental monitoring. &nbsp;She leads the implementation of advanced sequencing technologies and supports multidisciplinary research projects aimed at translating genomic into practical applications for public health, clinical research, and the One Health framework.&nbsp;</blockquote><blockquote>Presenter: &nbsp;Douglas Hurd, PhD (Field Application Scientist, Agilent)Dr. Douglas Hurd has worked in Customer support and R&amp;D roles for many years within the Biotechnology industry. &nbsp;He currently supports Agilent’s genomics instrumentation and reagents, as well as the Automated electrophoresis instruments such as the TapeStation, Fragment Analyzer, and ProteoAnalyzer.</blockquote>

Agilent: Targeted Hybridization Capture for Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance in Complex Environmental Samples

Targeted Hybridization Capture for Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance in Complex Environmental Samples

Learn how Agilent SureSelect targeted hybridization capture enhances AMR surveillance and low-abundance ARG detection in complex wastewater samples

Targeted Capture for AMR Surveillance in Wastewater

This webinar provides a foundational overview of LC method optimization. The session will focus on parameters that are significant for method optimization, including column dimensions, sample loading, particle morphologies, silica specifications, and stationary phase selectivities. Attendees will gain insight into how to use method development tools for scalability, throughput, and reproducibility for their LC methods.<h4>Key Learning Points</h4><ul><li>Understand your column, from hardware design through stationary phase.</li><li>Learn how to choose the right particle morphology to match your analytical objectives.</li><li>Master sample load scaling for consistent, reliable results.</li><li>Apply LC method scaling parameters to maximize throughput while maintaining reproducibility.</li></ul><h4>Who Should Attend</h4><ul><li>Any scientists and professionals working with liquid chromatography who want to learn about LC method optimisation during scaling for high throughput and preparative applications.</li></ul><h4>One webinar, two viewing options</h4>We know you're busy, select a viewing session that works best for you.<h5>Viewing Options</h5>Session 1: Tuesday, September 1, 2026<ul><li>Los Angeles: 10:00 AM PT&nbsp;</li><li>New York: 1:00 PM EST</li><li>Mexico City: 12:00 PM CDT</li></ul>Session 2:Wednesday, September 2, 2026<ul><li>London: 9:00 AM BST&nbsp;</li><li>Berlin: 10:00 AM CEST&nbsp;</li><li>Mumbai: 1:30 PM IST</li></ul><blockquote>Speaker: Namrata Saxena (Technical Manager, Phenomenex)&nbsp;Namrata Saxena is the Technical Manager for the Asia-Pacific region at Phenomenex and is part of the global technical team, she provides expert support for a wide range of chromatographic challenges particularly in the characterization of biotherapeutics and emerging cell and gene therapy modalities. Her role includes delivering technical training, hosting seminars and webinars, and contributing to scientific content development. Prior to joining Phenomenex, Namrata worked as a Product Specialist at Bischoff Chromatography GmbH in Germany where she gained extensive experience in stationary phase chemistry, column manufacturing and method development domains.&nbsp;</blockquote>

Phenomenex: Addressing LC Method Optimization - Scaling For Efficiency, Throughput And Reproducibility

Addressing LC Method Optimization - Scaling For Efficiency, Throughput And Reproducibility

Optimize and scale LC methods with confidence. Learn how column dimensions, particle morphology, and sample load impact throughput and reproducibility

LC Method Optimization: Scaling for High-Throughput Labs

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div>Top-down mass spectrometry enables a proteoform-first approach by keeping the protein molecule intact, combining intact mass information with intact-ion fragmentation to support confident characterization of sequences, modifications, variants, and proteoforms. In this webinar, you will see how Thermo Scientific Proteoform Studio brings acquisition, analysis, visualization, and reporting together in a streamlined workflow for intact mass and top-down applications.<h5>By attending this webinar, you will learn how to:</h5><ul><li>Understand how top-down MS supports proteoform-first characterization: See how intact mass and intact-ion fragmentation can be used to characterize proteoforms, modifications, variants, and sequence coverage.</li><li>See how Proteoform Studio simplifies acquisition, analysis, and reporting: Learn how integrated instrument control, interactive deconvolution, targeted top-down method creation, database management, result review, and automated reports can reduce workflow complexity.</li><li>Learn how Direct Mass Technology™ and automated workflows can improve data quality and productivity: Explore how Direct Mass Technology™, automated charge assignment, data aggregation, and proteoform tracks can help improve sequence coverage, simplify comparison, and support deeper characterization.</li></ul><h5>Topics covered:</h5><ul><li>Why top-down mass spectrometry matters</li><li>Proteoform Studio for intact protein characterization</li><li>Interactive deconvolution and walk-up analysis</li><li>Mixed and sliding-window deconvolution</li><li>Targeted top-down method creation</li><li>Direct Mass Technology™ workflows</li><li>Proteoform tracks and data aggregation</li><li>Automated reporting</li></ul>You will leave with a practical understanding of how Proteoform Studio can help streamline intact mass and top-down workflows for applications such as biotherapeutic characterization, antibody analysis, covalent binder localization, native MS, and deep proteoform sequencing.<h5>This webinar is designed for scientists working in:</h5><ul><li>Intact protein analysis</li><li>Top-down proteomics</li><li>Native MS</li><li>Biotherapeutic characterization</li><li>Proteoform analysis</li><li>Protein complex or antibody characterization</li><li>Mass spectrometry core facilities supporting intact protein workflows</li></ul>If you are unable to attend the live webinar, please register to automatically receive a link to the on-demand recording.<blockquote>Presenter: Jacob McCabe (Product Manager, Proteinaceous- Thermo Fisher Scientific)Jacob McCabe, Ph.D., is a life-science innovator specializing in mass spectrometry, high-throughput automation, and software engineering who currently serves as a Product Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific following the acquisition of Proteinaceous in March 2026. With a focus on translating complex research into scalable, user-centric digital solutions, he leads cross-functional teams to bridge laboratory instrumentation with automated workflows</blockquote></div></div></div>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: ASMS 2025 Workshops

Proteoform Studio software, top down made simple

Simplify top-down MS with Thermo Scientific Proteoform Studio. Learn how automated deconvolution and Direct Mass Technology™ analyze intact proteoforms

Proteoform Studio: Top-Down MS & Intact Protein Analysis

Achieving comprehensive antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) characterization no longer requires complex multi-step workflows. Advances in native LC-MS are creating new opportunities to simplify ADC analysis while maintaining the depth of information needed to support development decisions.In this SelectScience® TechTalk, Roxana Eggleston-Rangel, Senior Applications Scientist at Phenomenex, will showcase how Biozen® Native RP-1 and RP-5 columns enable direct drug-to-antibody ratio (DAR) analysis through a streamlined, MS-compatible native reverse-phase liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (RP-LC-MS) workflow.Learn how this approach supports DAR determination, proteoform characterization, and positional isomer resolution without fraction collection or buffer exchange while maintaining native conditions.Using case studies featuring the approved ADC therapies Enhertu®, Padcev®, Polivy®, and Adcetris®, Eggleston-Rangel will demonstrate how this workflow can be applied across a range of ADC modalities and payload chemistries. In just 20 minutes, discover how the same approach can support both high-resolution mass spectrometry and routine UV-based DAR monitoring, bringing greater efficiency and confidence to ADC characterization.<h5>Certificate of attendance</h5>If you attend the live TechTalk, you will automatically receive a certificate of attendance, including a learning outcomes summary, for continuing education purposes. If you view the on-demand TechTalk, you can request a certificate of attendance by emailing editor@selectscience.net.<h5>TechTalk details</h5><ul><li>Cost: Free to attend</li><li>Location: Online</li><li>Duration: 20 minutes</li></ul>Registration is required to secure your place. If you register but can’t attend live, you will receive a link to the on-demand recording once it becomes available.<h5>Who should attend?</h5>This event is perfect for:<ul><li>Pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical characterization scientists</li><li>Analytical development managers and directors overseeing LC-MS workflows</li><li>Researchers developing methods for ADC characterization, drug-to-antibody ratio (DAR) analysis, and isomer identification</li></ul><h5>What will this webinar cover?</h5><ul><li>How native RP chromatography can be used for streamlined ADC DAR characterization and intact mass analysis.</li><li>Best practices for selecting Biozen® Native RP columns based on ADC properties and analytical goals.</li><li>How a single workflow can provide DAR determination, proteoform characterization, and positional isomer information.</li><li>Real-world examples demonstrating how native RP-LC-MS can improve efficiency while reducing sample preparation complexity.</li></ul><h5>Join the TechTalk to get answers to these questions:</h5><ul><li>How can native RP-LC-MS simplify comprehensive ADC characterization workflows?</li><li>How do Biozen® Native RP-1 and RP-5 columns enable direct intact ADC analysis?</li><li>How is drug-to-antibody ratio (DAR) accurately determined under native conditions?</li><li>How can native RP-LC-MS resolve proteoforms and positional isomers in ADCs?</li><li>What insights were gained from case studies on Enhertu®, Padcev®, Polivy®, and Adcetris®?</li></ul><blockquote>Speaker: Roxana Eggleston-Rangel (Senior Application Scientist, Phenomenex)Roxana Eggleston-Rangel is a Senior Applications Scientist specializing in biopharmaceutical characterization workflows, with expertise in LC-MS, native chromatography, antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), monoclonal antibodies, and protein biotherapeutics. She develops and evaluates analytical methods for critical quality attributes, including drug-to-antibody ratio (DAR), oxidation, isomerization, glycation, and fragmentation. Her work focuses on advancing innovative chromatographic and mass spectrometry solutions, generating application data, technical publications, and scientific content that help researchers improve characterization of complex biologics and next-generation therapeutics.</blockquote>

Phenomenex: TechTalk - ADC characterization in one native LC-MS workflow

ADC characterization in one native LC-MS workflow

Simplify ADC characterization with Phenomenex Biozen® Native RP columns. Learn direct DAR determination and proteoform profiling in one LC-MS workflow

Native LC-MS ADC Characterization: Phenomenex Biozen Columns

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div>Join our experts for an in-depth look at the new Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap™ Excedion™ Hybrid Mass Spectrometer—a next-generation HRAM platform designed to help laboratories confidently tackle today's analytical challenges while remaining ready for tomorrow's discoveries.Whether you're working in metabolomics, drug metabolism, environmental and food safety research, proteomics, or bioanalysis, the Orbitrap Excedion MS delivers the sensitivity, dynamic range, and robustness needed to detect more low-abundance compounds, improve confidence in your results, and maximize productivity. Learn how Full Scan Enhanced Dynamic Range (eDR) technology enables deeper sample coverage by revealing low-level analytes that conventional full-scan methods may miss, while maintaining outstanding quantitative performance.This session will also explore how the Orbitrap Excedion platform is purpose-built for long-term value. With in-lab upgrade paths to the Orbitrap Excedion Pro MS, laboratories can expand capabilities as research needs evolve—protecting their investment without replacing their instrument. You'll also discover how a redesigned front-end, robust ion source, and simplified maintenance contribute to reliable, reproducible performance and greater uptime for busy laboratories.Bring your questions and hear directly from our product experts about the innovations that are helping researchers generate more confident results today while preparing for the analytical challenges of tomorrow.<h4>Who should attend?</h4><ul><li>Scientists and laboratory managers seeking greater sensitivity, dynamic range, and confidence in HRAM mass spectrometry workflows.</li><li>Researchers working in metabolomics, DMPK, environmental and food safety, proteomics, bioanalysis, or other complex small-molecule applications.</li><li>Existing Orbitrap users and laboratories planning future instrument investments who want to understand the benefits of a scalable, upgradeable platform.</li></ul><h4>What you can expect to learn</h4><ul><li>How Full Scan Enhanced Dynamic Range (eDR) technology improves detection of low-abundance compounds and expands analytical coverage in complex samples.</li><li>How the Orbitrap Excedion MS delivers robust, reproducible performance with improved uptime, simplified operation, and reliable quantitative results.</li><li>How the platform's in-lab upgrade path enables your laboratory to add new capabilities as your research evolves, protecting your investment and future-proofing your workflows.</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Maciej Bromirski (Sr. Product Marketing Manager, Thermo Fisher Scientific)Maciej Bromirski has over 25 years of experience in mass spectrometry starting as an undergraduate student with late Prof. Ken Standing at the Physics Department at University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada. Upon completion of his graduate studies on IR &amp; UV vacuum MALDI Q-TOF prototype MS with first oral presentation at ASMS and publications starting in 1999, Maciej undertook various roles and responsibilities with different Mass Spectrometry vendors. Since 2010 to present-day, Maciej has been fully dedicated to new product introductions and marketing developments of Q Exactive series, Orbitrap Exploris and more recently Orbitrap Excedion series MS with Thermo Fisher Scientific.Presenter: Claire Dauly (Senior Product Manager, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</blockquote></div></div></div>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Ask the Expert: What to expect from the new Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap™ Excedion™ Hybrid mass spectrometers

Ask the Expert: What to expect from the new Thermo Scientific™ Orbitrap™ Excedion™ Hybrid mass spectrometers

Explore the Orbitrap Excedion MS, featuring enhanced dynamic range, robust HRAM performance and an upgrade path to the Excedion Pro platform.

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