Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 2nd November 2026? Check out new documents from the field of spectroscopy/spectrometry and related techniques!<blockquote>👉 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library">SEARCH THE LARGEST REPOSITORY OF DOCUMENTS ABOUT SPECTROSCOPY/SPECTROMETRY RELATED TECHNIQUES</a></blockquote><blockquote>👉 Need info about different analytical techniques? Peek into <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/library">LabRulezLCMS</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library">LabRulezGCMS</a> libraries.</blockquote><h3>1. Agilent Technologies: ICP-MS Elemental Impurity Analysis of Pharmaceuticals Following USP and ICH Protocols</h3>Routine oral drug analysis using the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=9500">Agilent 9500 Triple Quadrupole ICP-MS</a> in Advanced Helium Mode<ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/an_elemental_pharma_AHM_9500_icp_ms_5995_0021en_agilent_32a608446d.pdf">Full PDF for download</a>&nbsp;</li></ul>All pharmaceutical products must be evaluated to demonstrate that they are safe for patients and effective for their intended therapeutic use. As part of this evaluation, potentially toxic elemental impurities must be monitored. The relevant requirements and procedures are specified by organizations such as the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) and the International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements (ICH). ICH Q3D(R2) establishes Permitted Daily Exposure (PDE) values for 24 elements and includes the elements specified in USP General Chapter &lt;232&gt;.1,2 USP General Chapter &lt;233&gt; describes the analytical procedures and validation requirements for determining elemental impurities.3 In this study, the 24 elements listed in ICH Q3D(R2) were analyzed using an ICP-MS method based on USP &lt;233&gt; to meet the requirements of both ICH and USP.Agilent ICP-MS systems, including single quadrupole (SQ) and triple quadrupole (QQQ) instruments, have been extensively tested and used in pharmaceutical laboratories for many years.4 The instruments deliver reliable, high-quality data, supported by trusted service teams, qualification services, and compliance solutions. To extend the benefits of ICP‑QQQ technology to a wider range of laboratories, Agilent has developed the 9500 ICP-QQQ, an entry-level triple quadrupole ICP-MS.5 Unlike traditional ICP-QQQ systems, which are often used for advanced applications, the 9500 is designed for routine sample analysis. It combines excellent interference removal, dependable performance, and straightforward operation, enabling laboratories to benefit from ICP‑MS/MS capability in high‑volume daily workflows while still supporting more complex research projects.&nbsp;<h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=9500">Agilent 9500 Triple Quadrupole ICP-MS&nbsp;</a></h4>The 9500 ICP-QQQ is equipped with the Dual-Cell System (DCS), a new collision/reaction cell (CRC) that incorporates two independently controlled ion guides. The DCS enables effective removal of many spectral interferences through a new standard cell-gas mode, Advanced Helium Mode (AHM), which uses Kinetic Energy Discrimination (KED) and Collision-Induced Dissociation (CID) mechanisms.6 This enhanced helium (He) mode provides efficient removal of polyatomic interferences while maintaining sufficient high sensitivity in the low-mass range, making it suitable for the analysis of most analytes in the majority of sample types.&nbsp;AHM replaces the need for conventional multitune operation using no gas, He, and high energy (HE)He modes. By eliminating gas switching between these modes, AHM simplifies operation and improves sample throughput.&nbsp;In pharmaceutical samples, AHM is particularly advantageous for the analysis of elements such as lithium (Li), which typically has low sensitivity in conventional He mode, as well as vanadium (V), chromium (Cr), arsenic (As), and selenium (Se), which are susceptible to polyatomic interferences.&nbsp;While AHM effectively resolves many polyatomic ion interferences, such as oxide ions (MO+ ) and argon-based ions (ArM+ ), it is less effective at suppressing doubly charged ion interferences (M++). However, a reactive cell gas mode known as Air cell mode has been developed for the 9500 that reduces M++ interferences through ion–molecule reactions with oxygen (O2 ).7 In Air cell mode, ambient air is purified through an air filter before being introduced into the cell. Using MS/MS settings to control which analyte ions enter the DCS and interact with O2, the 9500 ICP-QQQ ensures effective interference removal of M++, as well as challenging polyatomic species that AHM cannot fully suppress.This note describes the analysis of 24 elements in an over-the-counter (OTC) oral drug product using the 9500 ICP-QQQ in AHM. The method was evaluated for both limit and quantitative procedures against the performance criteria specified in the ICH guidance and USP Chapters.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>A rapid method for the simultaneous determination of the 24 elemental impurities specified in ICH Q3D (R2) was successfully developed using the Agilent 9500 Triple Quadrupole ICP-MS. Operating the 9500’s Dual-Cell System (DCS) in Advanced Helium Mode (AHM) effectively suppressed polyatomic interferences while maintaining sufficient sensitivity across the entire mass range. This performance enabled quantification of all target elements in an oral drug product using a single gas mode. Eliminating conventional multitune operation and gas switching also enabled a faster and more streamlined ICP‑MS workflow.&nbsp;The method was evaluated in accordance with the requirements of USP &lt;233&gt;, including detectability, precision, intermediate precision, specificity, and accuracy. All 24 elements met the applicable acceptance criteria. The RSDs for the primary isotopes were less than 3% in the precision study, and results obtained on different days met the intermediate precision criterion. Acceptable recoveries were obtained at all evaluated spike levels from 0.3 to 1.5&nbsp;J.&nbsp;AHM provided low detection limits and background equivalent concentrations for all 24 elements, including V, Cr, As, and Se, which are susceptible to polyatomic interferences arising from the sample matrix. These results demonstrate effective interference removal capability and quantitative performance of the method. The use of a preset USP/ICH method in the Agilent OpenLab ICP-MS software further simplified method setup and routine operation.&nbsp;In addition, Air cell mode provides a complementary massshift approach for specific sample matrices affected by spectral interferences that cannot be sufficiently resolved using AHM alone. Examples include doubly charged rare earth element ion interferences on As and Se.&nbsp;Overall, the 9500 ICP-QQQ method using AHM met the requirements of both ICH and USP for the determination of elemental impurities in the OTC drug sample. The ability to accurately determine the target elements at 0.3&nbsp;J confirms that the method is suitable for monitoring elemental impurities at concentrations as low as 30% of the J value.&nbsp;The single-mode analytical approach simplifies operation, reduces analysis time, and improves sample throughput, making it suitable for routine pharmaceutical analysis.<h3>2. LECO: Metallography of Lithium-Ion Battery Coated Foils</h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/METALLOGRAPHY_LITHIUM_ION_BATTERY_COATED_FOILS_203_821_726_ec2c1207dc.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>As the demand for renewable energy and green technologies accelerates, companies are prioritizing powerful, efficient, and reliable energy storage solutions. Lithium-ion batteries have rapidly become the leading clean energy choice across automotive, defense, and stationary storage applications. Most lithium-ion cells use a graphite anode paired with either a Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) or Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) cathode. During manufacturing, the anode and cathode slurries are coated onto thin metal foils, which makes metallographic inspection a critical quality control step. Metallography enables precise evaluation of key battery performance factors, including adhesion, coating and foil thickness, and porosity. These characteristics directly influence charge-discharge efficiency, energy density, and overall safety, helping manufacturers prevent defects that could otherwise lead to performance loss or hazardous failures.<h4>Understanding Battery Foil Coating&nbsp;</h4>Thickness measurements of anode and cathode coatings are essential for preventing downstream issues such as reduced battery efficiency, shortened battery life, and the risk of thermal runaway. Irregular coatings can generate localized hotspots that worsen with every charge– discharge cycle. To minimize manufacturing waste and maintain quality, it is recommended to check coating thickness at multiple stages of the production process.&nbsp;These measurements reveal uniformity and flatness across the foil. The material should be evenly distributed with homogeneous particle dispersion and be free of defects such as holes, cracks, delamination, or scratches. By monitoring thickness in real time, manufacturers can adjust parameters, such as coating speed or calendering gaps, to optimize performance and improve overall process efficiency.<h4>Image Analysis for Coating Thickness Measurements&nbsp;</h4>LECO's image analysis software, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/1860">PAX-it</a>, provides users with an enhanced user interface to automate and generate reports based on common metallographic inspections for coated foils, including coating and layer thicknesses. Samples in the as-polished condition are suitable for observation and these measurements (Figure 7).&nbsp;With the “Measurement Sequence” capability, users can repeatedly measure thicknesses from a captured image (Figure 8). The Measurement Sequence is set up to prompt an operator to make measurements based on predefined parameters and locations. It is often recommended to use multiple measurements and areas of a sample for an accurate average of the entire layer of interest (Figure 9). Pass/Fail criteria can be established to alert a user if any of the measurements don't meet quality standards. This can also be used to observe any coating inconsistencies, like porosity or inclusions, that could lead to failure. Users also have the option to customize and print out Excel reports for traceability purposes.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>Metallographic inspection is a critical quality control tool in lithium-ion battery manufacturing, directly impacting performance, safety, and reliability. Accurate evaluation of coating thickness, adhesion, and uniformity on anode and cathode foils helps prevent efficiency losses, premature failure, and safety risks such as thermal runaway. Because these foils are highly sensitive to deformation, careful sectioning, delicate cold mounting, and controlled grinding and polishing are essential to preserve the true microstructure. LECO's recommended preparation methods and consumables enable consistent, deformation-free surfaces suitable for precise analysis. When combined with PAX-it image analysis software, manufacturers can reliably measure coating and foil thickness, detect defects, and generate traceable reports. Overall, a well-controlled metallographic workflow supports optimized process control, reduced manufacturing waste, and the production of safer, higherperforming lithium-ion batteries.<h3>3. Metrohm: Automated quality control of diesel using near-infrared spectroscopy</h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/an_nir_080_download_ee71fd0827.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Key parameters for diesel fuel quality testing include the cetane index (ASTM D613), flash point (ASTM D56), density (ASTM D975), T95 (ISO 3405), and viscosity at 40 °C (ISO 3104). Usually, determining these properties is labor intensive and time consuming, requiring multiple analytical techniques and dedicated instrumentation. The OMNIS NIR Analyzer Liquid provides a fast, reliable, and reagentfree solution to simultaneously determine these diesel fuel properties without sample preparation. The precise temperature control ensures that all samples are measured in compliance with ASTM D8340, ASTM D8321, and ASTM D6122. Combined with the OMNIS Sample Robot M – NIR, the system offers fully automated operation for maximum lab efficiency.<h4>EXPERIMENTAL EQUIPMENT&nbsp;</h4>Diesel samples were measured with an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=220&amp;search=OMNIS+NIR">OMNIS NIR Analyzer Liquid</a> (Figure 1) in transmission mode over a wavelength range of 1000–2250 nm. Reproducible spectrum acquisition was achieved using the built-in temperature control at 30 °C. An OMNIS Sample Robot M – NIR was used for fully automated sample measurement with disposable vials (8 mm pathlength). The vials are closed, which reduces the flammability risk for fuel samples to an absolute minimum. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=220&amp;search=OMNIS+software">OMNIS Software</a> was used for all data acquisition and prediction model development.<h4>CONCLUSION</h4>This Application Note shows the feasibility of using NIR spectroscopy for the quality control of diesel. Determination of cetane index, cetane number, T95, density, flash point, and viscosity in diesel can be done simultaneously in a few seconds by using the OMNIS NIR Analyzer Liquid. The possibility of fully automated analysis in combination with the OMNIS Sample Robot M – NIR increases throughput, maximizing efficiency. With the OMNIS pre-calibration of diesel (6.06008.009), users can measure all the mentioned parameters from day one.<h3>4. Shimadzu: Analysis of Fluorine by EDXRF —A Simple Check for PFAS in Electrical and Electronic Components</h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/an_01_00977_en_27a7e26bb5.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul><h5>User benefits</h5><ul><li>EDXRF analyzes halogens (F, Cl, Br, and I) more easily than absorption/emission methods.</li><li>Fluorine (F) on the material surface is detected directly, without sample preparation.</li><li>Simultaneous halogen analysis enables simple screening for the possible use of halogenated flame retardants.</li></ul>Asregulations on PFAS and halogenated organic flame retardants tighten in the EU1), 2) and some U.S. states3), 4), there is a growing need to identify at an early stage whether halogens such as fluorine are present in electrical and electronic materials. Rapid supply-chain screening is also increasingly required. The energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometer <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=8100">EDX-8100</a> requireslittle to no sample preparation and can quickly and easily detect halogenssuch asfluorine (F), chlorine (Cl), and bromine (Br). EDX-8100 quickly shows whether these halogens are present, helping narrow down regulated products and prioritize samples for detailed analysis. This article demonstrates the usefulness of halogen detection by EDXRF using an ETFE-coated wire and a relay as examples.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>As shown above, fluorine can be detected and quantified rapidly and easily when its content is about 0.1 wt% or higher. In addition to intentional use, the presence of fluorine compounds can also be confirmed in cases of unintentional inclusion,such as transfer or contamination. In the electrical and electronics field, demand for analysis related to PFAS and halogenated flame retardants is expected to increase in the future, and EDXRF is useful as a simple initial screening method

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Light and urea. These are two "basic ingredients" that can be enough for effective and gentle water purification. This has been proven by new research conducted by scientists from CEITEC Brno University of Technology (BUT). Although this is only basic research and scientists will continue to build on it, its results can already be used in practice.Urea is an organic substance that is commonly found in nature. Thanks to this, it is widely available.The key is its modification, in which scientists obtain a special compound of carbon and nitrogen from it. This can then be used for photocatalysis. "Our compound therefore serves as a catalyst that is activated by incident light. Thanks to this, substances that eliminate impurities present in water begin to be released," says Daina Arenas Buelvas from the Quantum Molecular Magnetism team at CEITEC BUT, who led the research.This represents a significant shift compared to current methods. Filters that capture impurities are now used to purify water. These filters then need to be removed and the captured substances disposed of. The carbon and nitrogen compound formed from urea, when hit by the light, both captures and decomposes pollutants. In laboratory tests this is done with an efficiency of up to 97%.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/CEITEC_Cisteni_vody_pomoci_svetla_Laboratorni_testy_prokazaly_ucinnost_az_97_2_719253ff50.jpeg" alt="CEITEC BUT/Jakub Rozboud: Purifying Water Using Light? Laboratory Tests Have Shown 97% Efficiency: Daina Dayana Arenas Buelvas preparing samples." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_CEITEC_Cisteni_vody_pomoci_svetla_Laboratorni_testy_prokazaly_ucinnost_az_97_2_719253ff50.jpeg 235w," sizes="100vw" width="1600" height="1067"><h3>A unique method that freezes particles</h3>The research is also unique thanks to the technology used. The scientists used EPR spectroscopy, which can capture free radicals whose lifetime is only a few nanoseconds and “freezes” them, giving scientists the space to examine them.“This allowed us to describe the entire reaction that took place in the material. We thus obtained information that we and other scientists can use in follow-up research,” points out Daina Arenas Buelvas.<blockquote>Researchers use a technique called spin trapping to confirm that the material produces reactive oxygen species that break down impurities. Since these molecules are too short-lived to be detected directly, a special 'trap' molecule is added to convert them into a stable, measurable compound, definitively proving that the material generates the active cleaning agents.</blockquote>The results of the research were <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214993726002150?via%3Dihub">published</a> in the prestigious scientific magazine Sustainable Materials and Technologies. In addition to the Quantum Molecular Magnetism team of Vinicius Tadeu Santana from CEITEC BUT, the Brazilian scientific teams of Felipe La Porta from the University of Paraná and Débora Quadreli from the University of Londrina, and the team of Christian M. M. Rocha from the University of Barranquilla, Colombia, also participated in it.<h3>They will test the use against microplastics</h3>The scientists verified the effectiveness of graphitic carbon nitride, which is the name of the used carbon and nitrogen compound, in water contaminated with methylene blue. Thanks to the photocatalytic reaction, the compound removed 97.2% of the impurities.The wide availability of urea and the easy treatment required to obtain the key compound allow for rapid implementation in practice. At the same time, other scientific works can follow up on this research.Daina Arenas Buelvas also plans to do the same. "I want to find out whether it is possible to use photocatalysis in graphitic carbon nitride to remove microplastics. But we are only at the beginning," adds the scientist, who came to the Czech Republic from Colombia.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/CEITEC_Cisteni_vody_pomoci_svetla_Laboratorni_testy_prokazaly_ucinnost_az_97_3_0b9e23b800.jpeg" alt="CEITEC BUT/Jakub Rozboud: Purifying Water Using Light? Laboratory Tests Have Shown 97% Efficiency: EPR laboratory at CEITEC BUT." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_CEITEC_Cisteni_vody_pomoci_svetla_Laboratorni_testy_prokazaly_ucinnost_az_97_3_0b9e23b800.jpeg 235w," sizes="100vw" width="1600" height="1067"><blockquote><h4>Article&nbsp;</h4><h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2214993726002150?via%3Dihub">Unraveling precursor effects on the cytotoxicity, adsorption and photocatalytic Performance of g-C3N4 materials: Insights from experimental and computational approaches</a></h4>Daina D.A. Buelvas, João P.A. de Jesus, Lucie Kotásková, Christian M.M. Rocha, Débora H. Quadreli, Juliana M. Serpeloni, Glaura S.A. Fernandes, Bruno L.S. Vicentin, Vinicius T. Santana, Felipe A. La Porta&nbsp;Sustain. Mater. Technol., 2026, 48, e02064<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://doi.org/10.1016/j.susmat.2026.e02064">10.1016/j.susmat.2026.e02064</a></blockquote>

 Purifying Water Using Light? Laboratory Tests Have Shown 97% Efficiency 

Olomouc – The new REEactor technology platform addresses the growing demand for rare earth elements and the challenges associated with their extraction. Alexander Dömling from CATRIN at Palacký University has received a prestigious European Research Council grant in the Proof of Concept category to develop this platform. Together with his team, the renowned chemist aims to use automated chemistry, artificial intelligence and molecular research to speed up and streamline the separation of these raw materials, while reducing both chemical consumption and the volume of toxic waste generated during their extraction. The project was officially launched yesterday in the presence of academics and representatives from the public sector.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/CATRIN_Projekt_RE_Eactor_odstartoval_Zjednodusi_separaci_prvku_vzacnych_zemin_2_648397508e.jpg" alt="CATRIN: The REEactor project has been launched. It will simplify the separation of rare earth elements" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_CATRIN_Projekt_RE_Eactor_odstartoval_Zjednodusi_separaci_prvku_vzacnych_zemin_2_648397508e.jpg 208w," sizes="100vw" width="1920" height="1440">“Securing an ERC Proof of Concept grant is an important validation of our vision that autonomous chemistry, automation and artificial intelligence can help address one of Europe’s most pressing challenges in the field of critical raw materials. For decades, China has been building up expertise in the separation of rare-earth elements, specialised academic capacity and industrial know-how.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/CATRIN_Projekt_RE_Eactor_odstartoval_Zjednodusi_separaci_prvku_vzacnych_zemin_3_049bc5af73.jpg" alt="CATRIN: The REEactor project has been launched. It will simplify the separation of rare earth elements" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_CATRIN_Projekt_RE_Eactor_odstartoval_Zjednodusi_separaci_prvku_vzacnych_zemin_3_049bc5af73.jpg 208w," sizes="100vw" width="1920" height="1440">Rare earth elements comprise 17 chemical elements that are essential, for example, in the manufacture of batteries, electric vehicles, aeroplanes, drones, wind turbines, mobile phones, medical diagnostic equipment, semiconductors and high-performance magnets. The industrial separation of rare-earth elements is currently largely concentrated in China and is associated with a number of problems. REEactor will focus on finding the molecular key to one of the most difficult problems in the processing of critical raw materials: how to separate rare-earth elements that are nearly identical. Instead of slowly testing individual compounds, it will use automation to prepare and test tens of thousands of molecular variants, with artificial intelligence helping to identify the most successful ones.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/CATRIN_Projekt_RE_Eactor_odstartoval_Zjednodusi_separaci_prvku_vzacnych_zemin_4_8418d66c05.jpg" alt="CATRIN: The REEactor project has been launched. It will simplify the separation of rare earth elements" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_CATRIN_Projekt_RE_Eactor_odstartoval_Zjednodusi_separaci_prvku_vzacnych_zemin_4_8418d66c05.jpg 208w," sizes="100vw" width="1703" height="1277">“The main aim of the project is to demonstrate that rare-earth elements can be separated more easily, using fewer chemicals and less energy, and producing less waste. In the longer term, REEactor could help replace large, resource-intensive industrial separation plants with smaller, modular facilities that are more efficient, flexible and environmentally friendly. The transfer of the technology into industrial practice shall be carried out by the newly established spin-off company REEactor, the development of which is another objective of the project,”&nbsp;said&nbsp;Imma&nbsp;Capriello, CEO and Co-Founder&nbsp;of&nbsp;REEactor Tech and a member&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;research team at CATRIN.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/CATRIN_Projekt_RE_Eactor_odstartoval_Zjednodusi_separaci_prvku_vzacnych_zemin_5_db1bfe4fea.jpg" alt="CATRIN: The REEactor project has been launched. It will simplify the separation of rare earth elements" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_CATRIN_Projekt_RE_Eactor_odstartoval_Zjednodusi_separaci_prvku_vzacnych_zemin_5_db1bfe4fea.jpg 208w," sizes="100vw" width="1920" height="1440"><blockquote>In the first round of the 2026 call for proposals, the European Research Council (ERC) awarded a total of 27.3 million euros to 182 researchers; only one project in the Czech Republic received funding. Each grant is worth €150,000 and is intended for current and recent ERC grant holders to enable them to validate the commercial or societal potential of their research results. This grant programme forms part of the European Union’s Horizon Europe framework programme for research and innovation.</blockquote>

The REEactor project has been launched. It will simplify the separation of rare earth elements

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Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer

Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus and UV-2700i Plus spectrophotometers deliver high performance with flexible wavelength ranges, advanced optics, and efficient software control.

<h4>Versatile, Expandable Mid-Range UV Spectrophotometers for Diverse Applications</h4><section><section><section><ul><li>The UV-2600i Plus is a single monochromator system with an expandable wavelength range up to 1400 nm using an optional integrating sphere, making it adaptable for various needs.</li><li>The UV-2700i Plus is a double monochromator system capable of 8-Abs measurements, ideal for low transmittance samples.</li></ul>Both models come equipped with the intuitive Shimadzu LabSolutions UV-Vis software, ensuring data integrity and ease of use. Additionally, these spectrophotometers can be scheduled to shut down or enter sleep mode to save power and lamp life, and can automatically wake up at a specified time, enhancing efficiency. Elevate your analysis with these versatile and efficient spectrophotometers.<h3>Features</h3><h3>Perfect for a Wide Variety of Applications</h3>The functionality of the UV-2600i Plus /2700i Plus can be freely expanded to suit the measurement objective. By accommodating a wealth of accessories, the system can address any user’s applications and a variety of situations. Thanks to intuitive operations, anyone can easily obtain the data required.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_e5efa72f19.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer.jpg" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_e5efa72f19.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1040" height="561"><h5>Single monochromator UV-2600i Plus</h5>A key feature of the UV-2600i Plus equipped with a single monochromator is its measurement wavelength range. By using the optional ISR-2600Plus Integrating Sphere attachment, the measurement wavelength range can be extended from 220 nm to 1400 nm, significantly expanding its applications.Integrating Sphere Enables Measurements to 1400 nmThe UV-2600i Plus is equipped with Shimadzu's proprietary LO-RAY-LIGH™ grade diffraction grating, which achieves high efficiency and low stray light levels. By installing the ISR-2600Plus two-detector integrating sphere, the 300 nm to 1100 nm wavelength range of conventional models can be extended to 1400 nm. In addition, the UV-2600i achieves a significant noise reduction, and can accommodate measurements of solar cell anti-reflective films and polycrystalline silicon wafers.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_11_40f2d1e598.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_11_40f2d1e598.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="365" height="228"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_12_b71fa50d8f.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_12_b71fa50d8f.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1052" height="433"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_13_6adf0a1565.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_13_6adf0a1565.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1052" height="466"><h4>Measures Slight Differences in Absorbance</h4>Equipped with a double monochromator that achieves ultra-low stray light levels, the UV-2700i Plus is optimal for measuring low transmittance samples, such as polarization films used for LCD panels. The UV-2700i Plus is capable of 8 Abs measurements, and can make accurate transmittance measurements to 1 part in 100 million, accommodating a variety of sample measurements.Achieves Ultra-Low Stray Light, Enabling 8-Abs MeasurementsIn the case of a device equipped with a general double monochromator, the absorbance that can be covered is about 5 to 6, but the UV-2700i Plus offers a range to 8 Abs, with a transmittance value of 0.000001 % (1 part in 100 million). This system achieves high-level absorbance measurements with incomparable precision. In addition to measuring even high-concentration samples as is, eliminating the need to dilute samples, the system can be applied to evaluating the transmission characteristics of polarization films. Wavelengths in the 400 nm to 650 nm range can be measured to 8 Abs.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_16_a08f314ee7.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_16_a08f314ee7.jpg 164w," sizes="100vw" width="511" height="485"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_14_0d004ee208.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_14_0d004ee208.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1052" height="466">Sample Polarization Film MeasurementWith the rotating film holder (image below), two film samples can be set on the same optical axis. In this example, the polarization film is rotated in the plane, and the transmittance is measured when the film transmits and blocks light.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_1_5ff393836a.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_1_5ff393836a.jpg 163w," sizes="100vw" width="397" height="381"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_2_f293cd4e0e.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_2_f293cd4e0e.jpg 184w," sizes="100vw" width="450" height="381"><h4>Enables Compliance with ER/ES Regulations and Stronger Data Management</h4><div><div>Compatible with Validation from PC SoftwareValidation can be implemented with PC software using UV validation software. In addition to simplifying daily inspections, this makes instrument performance checks and records management easier, enabling more secure regulatory compliance.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_1900i_Plus_UV_VIS_spectrophotometer_18_1aa29e9a5d.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_1900i_Plus_UV_VIS_spectrophotometer_18_1aa29e9a5d.jpg 232w," sizes="100vw" width="450" height="302"><ul><li>Inspection results can not only be printed but also saved to a file, so the results can be called up later for confirmation.</li><li>The inspection parameters can also be saved to separate files for periodic and routine inspections and then called up for use.</li></ul><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_1900i_Plus_UV_VIS_spectrophotometer_19_7395087cba.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_1900i_Plus_UV_VIS_spectrophotometer_19_7395087cba.jpg 232w," sizes="100vw" width="450" height="302"><ul><li>The user can select confirmation of instrument performance indicators as per JIS K 0115 General rules for molecular absorptiometric analysis, as well as the general test methods in the Japanese Pharmacopeia. (Order inspection jigs and reagents separately.)</li></ul>Note: Optional validation software is required to support the US Pharmacopeia and European Pharmacopeia.Support for FDA 21 CFR Part 11, PIC/S GMP Guidelines and Other Regulations and GuidelinesEnsuring the integrity of data (database management), including the user management, user authority management, and data audit trails required for compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11, PIC/S GMP guidelines, and other ER/ES regulations is possible.Option Software Assists with Regulation-Compliant ValidationUV validation software assists with performing the measurements and calculations required for validation. The software is included standard with UV-2600i/2700i models. In addition to routine inspections, it can also be used to perform instrument validation that is compliant with Japanese, US, and European pharmacopoeias.Assist FunctionThe instrument assists the user to ensure that measurements are performed using the correct procedure.*1<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_1900i_Plus_UV_VIS_spectrophotometer_10_a30e63a8a4.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_1900i_Plus_UV_VIS_spectrophotometer_10_a30e63a8a4.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1201" height="212">*1 This function can be enabled/disabled.Shutdown/Wakeup Functions<section><div>The instrument can be shut down, and put into sleep mode. Putting the instrument into sleep mode limits power consumption and helps preserve the lamp. After a long period of measurements, the instrument and software can automatically be shut down. After shutdown, the instrument can also be set to wake up automatically at a specified time. With this function, analysis can start the instant the user arrives at the laboratory.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_15_45b844fcc9.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_15_45b844fcc9.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="781" height="258"></div></section><h3>Applications</h3><h4>Electricity, Electronics, and Optics</h4>Band Gap Measurements for Compound Semiconductors<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_3_03d8793fe0.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer: The diffuse reflection spectra for two types of compound semiconductors (red line: Culn0.5Ga0.5Se2, blue line: CulnSe2) used as solar cell materials were measured using the ISR-2600Plus integrating sphere. It is evident that the absorption edge (position where the reflectance drops) differs depending on the sample. This difference signifies a difference in the band gap* for these samples. (The samples were provided by Wada Laboratory, Faculty of Science and Technology, Ryukoku University.) The band gaps for the samples were calculated utilizing the Tauc method. The results obtained were 1.27 eV for Culn0.5Ga0.5Se2 (red line) and 0.99 eV for CulnSe2 (blue line). *The term band gap refers to the energy difference between the top of the valence band, which is full of electrons, and the bottom of the conduction band, which does not contain electrons." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_3_03d8793fe0.jpg 222w," sizes="100vw" width="519" height="364"><h4>Chemicals</h4>Thickness Measurements of Cling Films<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_4_a5e83ed3ad.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer: Undulating interference waveforms sometimes occur if light is passed through a film. The film thickness of a sample can be determined by using these interference waveforms. The figure shows transmittance data for a cling film. A clear interference waveform is produced. Utilizing optional film thickness measurement software, the film thickness is calculated as 10.4 μm. (Caution) The sample's refractive index must be entered for the film thickness calculation." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_4_a5e83ed3ad.jpg 222w," sizes="100vw" width="1038" height="728"><h4>Medicines</h4>Evaluating Thermal Stability (Tm) Analysis of Oligonucleotide Therapeutics<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_5_c80d107f38.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer: Oligonucleotide therapeutics samples (9 to 60 M) were analyzed using TMSPC™-8i and 1 mm optical path length cells. Since UV-2600i Plus /2700i Plus can measure over a wide dynamic range, it is possible to perform a thermal stability analysis of nucleic acid drugs by obtaining the Tm value from the melting curve." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_5_c80d107f38.jpg 222w," sizes="100vw" width="1038" height="728"><h4>Construction</h4>Window Glass Transmission Measurements<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_6_41420fd6ba.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer: Two types of window glass were measured utilizing the ISR-2600Plus integrating sphere. The sample shown by the red line is highly transparent to near-infrared light at 800 nm or more. The sample shown by the blue line, however, is apparently not very transparent to near-infrared light." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_6_41420fd6ba.jpg 222w," sizes="100vw" width="519" height="364"><h4>Cosmetics</h4>Measurement of the Ultra Violet Protection Factor Assigned to Ultraviolet Protection Clothes<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_7_528f748880.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer: The UV protection provided by clothes and an umbrella were analyzed by an ISR-2600Plus integrating sphere accessory. The transmittance spectrum of the umbrella (green) shows that very little UV radiation transmits through the umbrella. In regards to the clothing, the black areas block more UV radiation than do the white areas." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_7_528f748880.jpg 159w," sizes="100vw" width="474" height="465"><h4>Textiles</h4>Total Transmittance Spectrum of CNF<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_8_adb8c09844.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer: An ISR-2600Plus integrating sphere was used to measure the total transmittance spectrum of cellulose nanofiber (CNF). Depending on the raw materials used, spectra can vary, transparency can vary, and spectral tendencies in the ultraviolet region can vary." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_8_adb8c09844.jpg 222w," sizes="100vw" width="519" height="364"><h4>Life Sciences</h4>DNA and Protein Measurements<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_9_40a6f16a7b.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer: The red and blue lines are the absorption spectra for dsDNA and BSA (bovine serum albumin), respectively. The concentration values are 45 ng/μL for dsDNA and 2.2 mg/mL for BSA." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_9_40a6f16a7b.jpg 222w," sizes="100vw" width="519" height="364"><h4>Foods</h4>Vitamin Measurements<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_10_c7f5e10b1e.jpg" alt="Shimadzu UV-2600i Plus, UV-2700i Plus UV-VIS-NIR Spectrophotometer: This shows the absorption spectra for riboflavin (vitamin B2). The sample concentrations are, in order from the highest absorbance, 0.08, 0.04, 0.02, and 0.01 mg/mL." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Shimadzu_UV_2600i_Plus_UV_2700i_Plus_UV_VIS_NIR_Spectrophotometer_10_c7f5e10b1e.jpg 222w," sizes="100vw" width="1038" height="728"></div></div></section></section></section>

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