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

Interview: What Drew Postdoc Taťána Gazárková to Analytical Chemistry

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

Webinars LabRulezICPMS Week 36/2026

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

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<header><h4><strong>Learn Basic DSC Principles and Find Useful Applications for Your Workplace</strong></h4></header><main><div><div><h5><strong>Program</strong></h5><ul><li>Basic principles of DSC with an explanation of power compensation and heat flux modes</li><li>Important components of the DSC measurement cell, the innovative sensor, and modules for specialized applications</li><li>Measurement parameters such as the temperature program and choice of atmosphere</li><li>Why you should use DSC for your analysis</li><li>Application examples for different industries</li><li>Live Q&amp;A session</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><p><strong>Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)</strong> is used to study the behavior of materials as they respond to a defined temperature program. The technique measures the heat, in mW, absorbed or released by a sample as it is heated, cooled, or held at a constant temperature. Measurement results are presented in the form of a curve, from which the glass transition, crystallization, melting, and many other thermal properties can be determined.</p><p>The DSC technique has applications in a wide range of industries. For example, checking the “fingerprint” of a measurement curve is a common application for quality control purposes. Other applications include investigating the influence of additives or different processing methods on a substance.</p><p>Join our webinar on DSC to gain knowledge and get the opportunity to ask our experts your questions!</p></div><div><div data-advanced-option="false" data-has-preview-image="false" data-video-id="" data-component-id="2110920040"><div style="max-width:1px;width:100%;" id="mediaContainerWrapper_2110920040"><div style="height:1px;width:1px;" data-external-url="" id="mediaContainer_2110920040" data-advanced-option="false" data-width="1" data-height="1" data-video-id="">&nbsp;</div></div></div></div></div></div></main><div><div><div data-advanced-option="false" data-has-preview-image="false" data-video-id="" data-component-id="2110920040"><blockquote><div><strong>Presenter: </strong>Dr. Teresa Dennenwaldt</div><p>Dr. Teresa Dennenwaldt obtained her PhD in chemistry in 2013 and completed a postdoc at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland in the field of electron microscopy and spectroscopy. In 2018, she joined METTLER TOLEDO as an application specialist for Thermal Analysis. In her current position, she expertly uses, teaches, and supports DSC, TGA, TMA, and DMA instruments at the METTLER TOLEDO head office in Switzerland.</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

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Differential Scanning Calorimetry

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<header><h4><strong>Practical Applications and Tips to Determine the Purity of a Substance</strong></h4></header><main><div><div><h5><strong>Program</strong></h5><ul><li>What does purity mean and how does it impact your products?</li><li>The basics of DSC and the van’t Hoff law for purity analysis</li><li>Advantages of DSC compared to other techniques</li><li>Application examples – real-world purity determinations</li><li>Interactive Q&amp;A with our experts</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><p>The purity of ingredients, especially in pharmaceuticals and food products, is a critical quality attribute. High impurity levels can affect product efficacy, cause unexpected reactions, or even generate harmful compounds. Therefore, accurate purity determination is essential for the pharmaceutical, food, chemical, and plastics industries.</p><p>In this webinar, we will explain why differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) is a reliable technique for assessing the purity of organic substances, based on the thermodynamics of eutectic systems.</p><p><strong>Join us to enhance your knowledge, ask us your questions, and discover practical applications for your industry!</strong></p><h4><strong>What You Will Learn from This Webinar</strong></h4><p>In this session, you will learn how DSC is used to determine the purity of organic substances based on the <strong>thermodynamics of a eutectic system</strong>. We explain how the purity of a substance can be determined from a single DSC measurement using the <strong>van’t Hoff equation</strong>. Importantly, DSC purity measurements are rapid and easy to perform.</p><p>This versatile technique can be used across different industries and workplaces, including research and development, industrial synthesis, and quality control. Typical determinations by DSC include:</p><ul><li>Purity of ibuprofen</li><li>Purity of p-hydroxybenzoic acid (PHBA)</li><li>Determination of eutectic impurities such as benzoic acid in dimethyl terephthalate (DMT)</li></ul><p>Register for our upcoming live webinar to learn more about using DSC for purity determination. The webinar will conclude with a <strong>live Q&amp;A session</strong>, so get your questions ready!</p></div><div><div data-advanced-option="false" data-has-preview-image="false" data-video-id="" data-component-id="2110920040"><div style="max-width:1px;width:100%;" id="mediaContainerWrapper_2110920040"><div style="height:1px;width:1px;" data-external-url="" id="mediaContainer_2110920040" data-advanced-option="false" data-width="1" data-height="1" data-video-id="">&nbsp;</div></div></div></div></div></div></main><div><div><div data-advanced-option="false" data-has-preview-image="false" data-video-id="" data-component-id="2110920040"><blockquote><div><strong>Presenter: </strong>Nicolas Fedelich</div><p>With a background in chemical engineering, Nicolas joined METTLER TOLEDO in 2009 as an application specialist for thermal analysis. Before that, he gained expertise in different laboratories implementing, developing, and validating analytical methods in both the pharmaceutical and environmental fields. Nicolas also worked for three years in the field carrying out on-site customer training and providing expert thermal analysis application support. In his present position, Nicolas expertly uses, teaches, and supports DSC, TGA, TMA, and DMA instruments at the METTLER TOLEDO head office in Switzerland.</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

Mettler Toledo: Purity Determination by Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)

Purity Determination by Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)

In this webinar, we will explain why DSC is  reliable technique for assessing purity of organic substances, based on thermodynamics of eutectic systems.

Purity Determination by Differential Scanning Calorimetry

<p><strong>High‑temperature in‑situ X‑ray diffraction (XRD) is essential for researchers and industrial users looking for a reliable insight into structural evolution, phase stability, and reaction mechanisms in advanced ceramic and energy materials. Yet, achieving accurate, reproducible results at extreme temperatures remains challenging with conventional non‑ambient solutions.</strong></p><p>This webinar presents the Anton Paar HTK1500 non‑ambient chamber in combination with the XRDynamic500 diffractometer, delivering a next‑generation of instruments for precision high‑temperature XRD experiments (up to 1500 °C). Designed as a true environmental heater, the HTK1500 places the temperature sensor directly beneath the sample, ensuring outstanding accuracy and reproducibility exactly where diffraction occurs. Its design supports powders, thin films, bulk samples up to 20 mm height, and air‑sensitive materials.</p><p>Attendees will discover how automation, intuitive software integration, and optimized system compatibility with the XRDynamic500 translate into higher data quality, faster workflows, and greater experimental confidence. Application examples and competitive comparisons will demonstrate how the HTK-1500 sets a new benchmark in non-ambient chambers for productive, high‑temperature XRD measurements.</p><h4><strong>Key Learning Objectives:</strong></h4><ul><li>How to achieve reliable, high‑accuracy XRD measurements at extreme temperatures, ensuring confident interpretation of structural and phase changes.</li><li>How a single, highly flexible non‑ambient system supports multiple sample types and geometries, including powders, thin films, bulk samples, and both reflection and transmission measurement modes.</li><li>How the integration of the HTK1500 with the XRDynamic500 platform reduces setup time, user effort, and experimental complexity, enabling more efficient and reproducible workflows.</li><li>Why Anton Paar’s HTK1500 is redefining the non‑ambient XRD market, building on Anton Paar’s long‑standing leadership in non‑ambient chambers to set a new benchmark in performance, usability, and data quality.</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: &nbsp;</strong>Ivan Quevedo&nbsp;</p><p>Ivan Quevedo, PhD, is an Application Scientist in X-Ray Structure Characterization within the Material Characterization division at Anton Paar USA. As a member of the Advanced Technical Support Center, he specializes in theoretical and experimental material characterization. Ivan has over 10 years of experience as an academic researcher with 18 peer reviewed publications. He earned his PhD in Chemical Engineering from McGill University, a master’s in environmental engineering, and a bachelor’s in chemical engineering from Tec de Monterrey.&nbsp;</p></blockquote>

Anton Paar: Precision in High‑Temperature X‑Ray Diffraction - HTK1500 with XRDynamic500

Precision in High‑Temperature X‑Ray Diffraction: HTK1500 with XRDynamic500

Achieve precise high-temperature in-situ XRD up to 1500°C. Explore how Anton Paar’s HTK 1500 chamber and XRDynamic 500 streamline advanced material R&D

Precision High-Temperature XRD: HTK 1500 & XRDynamic 500

<p><strong>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;</strong></p><p>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;</p><p>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.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Jillian L. Dempsey (Director, Center for Hybrid Approaches in Solar Energy to Liquid Fuels (CHASE) and an Associate Editor for ACS Electrochemistry)</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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).</p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Rebecca E. Powers (Graduate Student, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p></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

<p><strong>The analysis of trace elements can be challenging sometimes due to spectral interferences originating from the high concentrations of other elements in the sample. In this webinar we will discuss about how to identify spectral interferences that you may encounter and will compare different techniques for correction such as Fitted background correction, Inter – Element Correction (IEC), and Fast Automated Curve-fitting Technique (FACT).</strong></p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Sima Singha, PhD (ICP-OES Application Scientist, Atomic Spectroscopy, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)</p><p>Sima has over fifteen years of hands on experience as an applications scientist in the field of atomic spectroscopy. Before joining Agilent in 2017, managed an agricultural chemistry laboratory for the analysis of water, soil, and plant tissue digests using ICP-OES for various EPA methods. She received a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Chicago with numerous peer-reviewed publications.</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Removing Spectral Interferences on ICP-OES: Correction Technique

Removing Spectral Interferences on ICP-OES: Correction Technique

Master ICP-OES spectral interference correction. Learn to compare Fitted background correction, IEC, and FACT algorithms for accurate trace analysis

ICP-OES Spectral Interference Correction Techniques

<p><strong>An accessory to make absolute specular measurements for specific angles has been available for decades. It's limitation is that it is not easily adaptable to measuring absolute reflectance at any given angle. The Cary 7000 with its unique accessory design has changed the difficulty of the measurement from being a limitation to one of ease. Adding the desire to measure both reflectance and transmission at the same angle increases the design problem which previously was dealt with by using two accessories, one for reflectance and one for transmission. This approach led to uncertainties in knowing the measurements were being made on the same spot. This presentation will look at the design of an absolute reflectance accessory along with the ease of use to be able to collect absolute specular measurements at nearly any user desired angles.</strong></p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Scott Melis, PhD (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)</p><p>Scott Melis has a PHD in Physics from Georgetown University in Washington, DC and started with Agilent in 2021 as a Molecular Spectroscopy Application Scientist. In his graduate work, Scott studied nanoparticle formation and growth for a variety of applications. Projects that he worked with include developing processes to deposit and characterize semiconducting molecular nano-cocrystals for use in optoelectronic devices as well as controlling polymer nanoparticle size through rapid mixing conditions.</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Absolute Specular Reflectance made Easy in UV-Vis-NIR

Absolute Specular Reflectance made Easy in UV-Vis-NIR

Master absolute specular reflectance and transmission measurements in UV-Vis-NIR. Learn how Agilent Cary 7000 enables variable-angle testing

Absolute Specular Reflectance in UV-Vis-NIR: Cary 7000

<p><strong>Precious metals testing demands speed, accuracy, and confidence. Whether verifying purity, identifying alloy composition, or supporting incoming inspection and quality control, organizations need analytical results they can trust. In this webinar, discover how modern ED-XRF technology enables fast, nondestructive elemental analysis and helps streamline precious metals testing workflows. The new SPECTROSCOUT kt has been designed specifically for users who require reliable assay results, easy operation, and flexible deployment directly where measurements are needed.</strong></p><p>Join our experts for an in-depth introduction to the SPECTROSCOUT kt and learn how it delivers accurate precious metals analysis in as little as 30 to 90 seconds. You'll see how advanced ED-XRF technology supports the determination of gold, silver, and other precious metal concentrations while helping users improve throughput, reduce uncertainty, and make informed decisions faster. The webinar will also explore key applications including jewelry testing, hallmark verification, recycling, refining, and point-of-sale analysis.</p><h5><strong>What You'll Learn</strong></h5><ul><li>How the SPECTROSCOUT kt enables fast, nondestructive elemental analysis of precious metals and alloys</li><li>How advanced ED-XRF technology delivers reliable purity verification and alloy identification</li><li>How a compact, portable analyzer can improve productivity and testing flexibility across multiple environments</li></ul><h4><strong>Join us live:</strong></h4><ul><li>10:30 AM CEST (Berlin); 4:30 PM SGT (Singapore) — Time Slot 1</li><li>11:00 AM EDT (New York); 5:00 PM CEST (Berlin) — Time Slot 2</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Dirk Wissmann&nbsp;</p><p>Dirk Wissmann is the Product Manager for XRF instruments at SPECTRO Analytical Instruments and is responsible for the strategic development of the complete product line including application development and product support. Dirk’s experience in spectroscopy began with his graduate work in physics at the university in Siegen, Germany. He moved to SPECTRO in 1990 with assignments in quality control, training, application development, and marketing.</p></blockquote>

SPECTRO / AMETEK: Introducing the SPECTROSCOUT kt: Accurate Precious Metals Assays — Anywhere

Introducing the SPECTROSCOUT kt: Accurate Precious Metals Assays — Anywhere

Learn how SPECTROSCOUT kt enables rapid ED-XRF analysis of gold, silver, and alloys for purity testing, hallmarking, recycling, and quality control.

SPECTROSCOUT kt Precious Metals Assays

<h4><strong>Build Confidence in Your Laboratory Data</strong></h4><p><strong>Reliable laboratory data doesn't happen by chance, it is the result of a quality assurance program designed to detect risk, drive consistency, and support continuous improvement.</strong></p><p><strong>In this webinar, we'll explore the four foundational elements of an effective QA program: method development, analyst training, ongoing performance monitoring, and corrective action. Learn how laboratories can use precision, accuracy, control charting, trending analysis, and root cause investigations to identify issues before they impact data quality.</strong></p><p>We'll also discuss practical strategies for verifying method performance, demonstrating analyst competency, sustaining long-term process control, and using certified reference materials as independent tools to strengthen confidence in analytical results.</p><p>Whether you are building a new QA program or looking to improve an existing one, this session provides actionable guidance for creating a robust and sustainable framework for quality.</p><h5><strong>Key takeaways</strong></h5><ul><li>Build a more effective and sustainable laboratory QA program.</li><li>Use precision, accuracy, and control charting to improve data quality and identify issues early.</li><li>Apply root cause analysis and certified reference materials to strengthen performance and corrective actions.</li></ul><p><strong>Who should attend</strong></p><p>This webinar is designed for Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) managers, analytical chemists and laboratory scientists, laboratory managers and supervisors.</p><p>Don't miss it!</p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:&nbsp;</strong>Christy Abbas, PhD (Sr. Product Marketing Manager, Waters ERA)</p><p>Christy has been with Waters ERA for six and a half years. Her career spans roles at an instrument manufacturer, a biopharmaceutical laboratory, and a mining company. She earned her PhD in Applied Chemistry from the Colorado School of Mines.</p><p>Throughout her career, Christy has supported the nuclear, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries, as well as academia. Drawing on her background in analytical chemistry, product development, marketing, and sales, she is focused on expanding Waters ERA’s product portfolio to better meet evolving customer needs.</p></blockquote>

Foundations of a Sustainable, High-Performing QA Program

Build a sustainable QA program for your laboratory. Learn how control charting, root cause analysis, and reference materials drive data confidence

Sustainable Laboratory QA: Control Charts & Data Integrity

<div><p><strong>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.</strong></p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p><strong>Attend this webinar to:</strong></p><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><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Kaoru Nakagawa (Assistant Manager, Application Specialist (MALDI), Shimadzu Corporation)</p><p>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.</p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Nozomi Maeshima (Assistant Manager, Application Specialist (Life Science), Shimadzu Corporation)</p><p>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.</p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Xu Yan ( Assistant Manager, Application Specialist (FTIR), Shimadzu Corporation)</p><p>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.</p></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

<p><strong>Cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) is transforming structural biology. While many institutions are building their own cryo-EM facilities, the NIH National Cryo-EM Centers provide an unparalleled entry point for researchers looking to begin or expand their cryo-EM capabilities. By providing access to state-of-the-art microscopes, expert staff scientists, and proven workflows, these centers help researchers rapidly generate high-quality data. For many labs, they also provide a critical opportunity to produce preliminary data, strengthen grant proposals, and build momentum toward establishing long-term cryo-EM programs at their institutions.</strong></p><p>In this webinar, we will walk through how structural and cell biologists can access these national resources and successfully launch single particle cryo-EM projects. You’ll learn how the NIH National Cryo-EM Centers operate, the types of projects they support, and the practical steps for submitting a successful proposal. We will also discuss what to expect during the process—from sample preparation and data collection to working with expert staff and advancing toward high-resolution structures.</p><p>Whether you are curious about cryo-EM, planning your first project, or looking for ways to expand your structural biology toolkit, this session will provide clear guidance on how to leverage these powerful national resources.</p><h5><strong>In this webinar, you'll learn:</strong></h5><ul><li>How the NIH National Cryo-EM Centers provide access to advanced instrumentation for single particle analysis</li><li>Who is eligible and what types of projects are supported</li><li>How to apply and prepare a competitive proposal</li><li>What the user experience looks like, from sample to structure</li><li>Register now to learn how to access the NIH National Cryo-EM Centers and take the next step toward launching your cryo-EM project.</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Ed Eng, PhD (Senior Scientists and Manager, New York Structural Biology Center)</p><p>Ed is the manager of the National Center for CryoEM Access and Training (NCCAT), a NIH cryo-EM service center. He focuses on the application of electron microscopy (EM) to biomedical research by providing expertise and resources for understanding both molecular and cellular structures. Ed has extensive experience designing, renovating, operating, and managing cryo-EM facilities. He engages with scientists in an open and collaborative forum to advance biomedical research. One of his missions is to lower the barriers of access to cryo-EM technology and cross-train researchers to have an accelerated impact at their home institutions.</p><p><strong>Presenter:&nbsp;</strong>Wah Chui, PhD (Director, Stanford-SLAC Cryo-EM Center Wallenberg-Bienenstock Professor Stanford University)</p><p>Wah is a pioneer in methodology development for cryo-EM. His work has made multiple transformational contributions in developing single particle cryo-EM as a tool for structural determination of molecular machines at atomic resolution. His lab has solved many cryo-EM structures, including viruses, chaperonins, membrane proteins, ion channels, antigen–antibody complexes, protein–RNA complexes, and RNA, in collaboration with many scientists around the world. He continues to establish high-standard testing and characterization protocols for cryo-EM instrumentation and develop new image processing and modeling algorithms for cryo-EM structure determination.</p><p><strong>Presenter:&nbsp;</strong>Claudia Lopez, PhD (Co-Investigator and Center Director<br>Pacific Northwest Cryo-EM Center)</p><p>Claudia has extensive experience with electron microscopy research, including transmission electron microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, dual-beam applications, and serial block face imaging. Her formal training is in biochemistry, biophysics, and molecular biology and she has worked in the biochemistry-biophysics and microbiology fields for the past 22 years. Her expertise includes the analysis of both biological (cells, viruses, bacteria, particles, and tissues) and non-biological materials (hard materials and fabrics) by TEM, SEM and FIB-SEM and she has routinely performed sample preparation (conventional and cryo-processing), electron microscopy imaging, and image analysis.</p><p><strong>Presenter:&nbsp;</strong>Shivani Ahuja, PhD (Assistant Professor of Chemistry<br>Reed College)</p><p>Shivani Ahuja is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at Reed College and a structural biochemist studying how bacterial proteins regulate manganese and zinc transport. Her lab uses biochemical and biophysical techniques, including cryo-electron microscopy and X-ray crystallography, to investigate metal homeostasis, cellular survival, and virulence.</p></blockquote>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Getting Started with Single Particle Cryo-EM: How to Access the NIH National Centers

Getting Started with Single Particle Cryo-EM: How to Access the NIH National Centers

Discover how NIH National Cryo-EM Centers support single particle cryo-EM projects, from proposal submission and sample preparation