Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 14th September 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>This week we bring you technical note by Agilent Technologies, application notes by Metrohm and Thermo Fisher Scientific and poster by Shimadzu / AOAC!<h3>1. Agilent Technologies: Transitioning from the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=Cary+630">Agilent Cary 630 FTIR</a> to the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=Cary+635">Agilent Cary 635 FTIR Spectrometer</a></h3>Demonstrating methodology equivalence for pharmaceutical applications<ul><li>Technical note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/te_cary_630_ftir_transition_cary_635_ftir_5994_9408en_agilent_a2ea2ce512.pdf">Full PDF for download</a>&nbsp;</li></ul>Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy is a powerful analytical tool used to analyze a wide variety of materials by interpreting their infrared (IR) wavenumber absorptions. Within pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, FTIR analysis is integral for material identification and quality assurance of pharmaceutical&nbsp;substances.&nbsp;In the pharmaceutical industry, the Agilent Cary 630 FTIR is used for the identification of drug products, incoming goods, and packaging materials, as specified in global pharmacopoeias, and provides quantitative information such as the concentration of components within pharmaceutical formulations.&nbsp;Agilent now presents the Cary 635 FTIR spectrometer—an ultracompact, easy-to-use, high-performing, portable FTIR system. With greater IR power, the Cary 635 FTIR features greater detection sensitivity and faster scanning times. With its predecessor's modular design, the Cary 635 FTIR can analyze the same samples with a newly enhanced performance quality and efficiency.&nbsp;For users in the pharmaceutical industry who have experience with the Cary 630 FTIR, this technical overview demonstrates the common methodologies and workflows between the Cary 635 FTIR and Cary 630 FTIR spectrometers for pharmaceutical purposes. It will compare the ability of the two instruments to measure and label IR spectra, identify relevant compounds such as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and quantify substances within commercial&nbsp;formulations.<h4>Instrumentation and software&nbsp;</h4>For comparison, all three application tests were conducted using the Cary 630 FTIR and Cary 635 FTIR spectrometers with ZnSe optics and equipped with a single-reflection diamond attenuated total reflectance (ATR) accessory. The specific method parameters are outlined within each corresponding application. Both the Cary 635 FTIR and Cary 630 FTIR use Agilent MicroLab software, which provides step-by-step instructions with supporting images to guide users through the entire analytical workflow. Both spectrometers follow the same methods and operational procedures from sample loading to data processing (Figure 1). Results are presented in an easy-to-understand, color-coded format with customizable limits, ensuring a rapid and intuitive data review.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>The comparison presented here of both the Agilent Cary 635 FTIR and Cary 630 FTIR spectrometers demonstrated shared methodologies that produced consistent results across key applications within pharmacopoeia, including spectrum production, compound identification, and substance&nbsp;quantification. Featuring the same modularity, robustness, and ease of use as the Cary 630 FTIR, the Cary 635 FTIR also offers greater sensitivity and signal-to-noise ratio, resulting from an enhanced IR source intensity. Therefore, users operating in regulated environments can confidently upgrade to the Cary 635 FTIR with the understanding that the workflow from the Cary 630 FTIR is directly transferrable, and that their routine analyses will remain consistent and reliable.<h3>2. Metrohm: Coconut water analysis by NIRS</h3>Determination of Brix, salinity, conductivity, and pH with one instrument<ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/an_nir_145_download_05589da42d.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Fresh coconut water is the main edible part of the coconut (aside from the coconut meat) and has gained popularity as a health drink in recent years. Multiple factors influence the quality, such as harvesting time, growth location, and storage duration. This poses a challenge for industrial producers to achieve and maintain the desired product quality.&nbsp;Testing the properties of coconut water with standard laboratory methods can be challenging, since trained lab personnel are needed. In contrast, near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is fast, chemical-free, and does not require sample preparation. This Application Note explains how NIRS is used for the multiparameter analysis of coconut water. The NIRS solution is easy to use and can be implemented either atline or in a quality control lab.<h4>EXPERIMENTAL EQUIPMENT&nbsp;</h4>An <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=220&amp;search=OMNIS+NIR">OMNIS NIR Analyzer </a>Liquid with a 1 mm flowthrough cell (Figure 1) was used to analyze 206 coconut samples from a commercial supplier. In this configuration, a peristaltic pump injects the sample into the flow-through cell, which is inserted into the cuvette holder. The cell is rinsed with water after each measurement.<h4>CONCLUSION</h4>This Application Note shows the feasibility of using NIR spectroscopy for the quality control of coconut water. The parameters Brix, conductivity, turbidity, pH value, and salinity can be monitored by NIRS in seconds without any sample preparation. The presented setup with a flow-through cell not only simplifies sample handling but also allows full automation when using an OMNIS Sample Robot. In addition to coconut water, the coconut fruit itself can also be analyzed using near-infrared spectroscopy.<h3>3. Shimadzu / AOAC: Analysis of Heavy Metals in Baby Food Using ICP-MS</h3><ul><li>Poster</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/aoac_2026_46_d9c14b32e0.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Babies are more vulnerable to the effects of toxic metals, and baby food therefore requires careful testing. US and EU regulations1)–3) set limits for toxic metals in baby food. This study analyzed five baby foods using the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/icpms/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=ICPMS-2040%2F2050">ICPMS-2040/2050</a> and evaluated spike recovery and long-term stability.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>Elemental analysis of baby food was conducted using ICP-MS.&nbsp;We achieved detection limits that met stringent standards. The spike recovery tests provided good results for all samples with different matrices, confirming the validity of the analysis. Additionally, we analyzed 50 samples of infant formula with a high matrix approximately six hours and confirmed good stability.<h3>4. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Process Raman as a comprehensive solution for downstream buffer workflow</h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/pdf/process_raman_as_comprehensive_solution_an1440_en_c8049b8ede.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Raman technology is rapidly gaining interest as a promising Process Analytical Technology (PAT) solution for real-time, non-invasive monitoring and control of downstream biopharma processes, especially for therapeutics like monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) and nucleic acids. Raman measurement, based on the vibration of molecular bonds, is highly specific for identification and quantification, even in complex or interfering matrices.&nbsp;As an in-line PAT tool, Raman spectroscopy offers direct and rapid measurement in aqueous phases without sample preparation. These features make it ideal for monitoring and controlling dynamic processes such as downstream processing.This study demonstrates a real-time methodology for accurately quantifying formulation excipients in the dynamic ultrafiltration/diafiltration (UF/DF) process using the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/products/2233">Thermo Scientific™ MarqMetrix™ All-In-One Process Raman Analyzer</a> (Figure 1). In addition, this study also illustrates a case where process Raman was able to provide real-time information on buffer quality.<h4>Results&nbsp;</h4>The Partial Least Squares (PLS) models for L-histidine, L-arginine, and sucrose were initially tested using seven independent samples collected on three different process Raman analyzers. Data were mathematically processed to standardize spectra across instruments before applying the models. All the spectra were interpolated to have a common x-axis by equally spacing the 2048 pixels across 60 to 3250 cm-1 Raman shift, followed by relative y-axis standardization using the SRM fluorescence data as described in the NIST standardization protocol.² Figure&nbsp;3 shows the correlation plot of predicted versus reference values for L-histidine, L-arginine, and sucrose for the validation samples. A correlation coefficient of over 95% and a root means square error (RMSE) of less than 5% of the reference value for calibration, cross-validation, and prediction across three instruments demonstrate the reliability of process Raman to accurately predict the concentrations of these excipients, as well as easy model transferability.<h4>Conclusion</h4>This work, combined with our previous demonstrations of accurate in-line protein quantification during UF/DF processes,⁷, ⁸ clearly highlights the value of process Raman for downstream process monitoring. Raman spectroscopy allows for the simultaneous measurement of multiple critical process parameters (CPPs) with a single scan. These findings establish process Raman as a PAT tool with unparalleled benefits compared to other analytical methods.&nbsp;Simultaneous measurement of protein and excipient concentrations not only allows tighter process control but also opens opportunities for automating downstream processing.&nbsp;The ability of process Raman to provide real-time insights into buffer quality before its use in UF/DF runs offers substantial value by preventing batch failures. This capability enhances quality control, making Raman spectroscopy an essential tool for integration as an in-line sensor to improve downstream process monitoring, control, and automation.

News from LabRulezICPMS Library - Week 38, 2026

In the week from September 21, the following webinars await you in the field of atomic and molecular spectroscopy and spectrometry<blockquote><h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinars">👉 DETAILS AND REGISTRATION IN THE WEBINARS SECTION</a></h4>👉 Search and filter in the largest global database with over 6 000 GC, LC, MS and spectroscopy webinars.</blockquote><h5>1. Malvern Panalytical: Unlocking the Solid Form: XRD Solutions for Pharmaceutical Development and Manufacturing</h5><ul><li>Tu, 22.9.2026 10:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6555">Registration</a></li></ul>Discover how X-ray diffraction (XRD) supports pharmaceutical development by characterizing polymorphism, crystal structure, crystallinity, and amorphous content from API development to QC.<h5>2. Bruker: XFlash® FlatQUAD 2L: Step Into The Future of SEM Elemental Analysis</h5><ul><li>Tu, 22.9.2026 10:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6516">Registration</a></li></ul>Discover a new detector for SEM elemental analysis and learn how XFlash® FlatQUAD 2L can accelerate elemental analysis and imaging of sensitive samples.<h5>3. Malvern Panalytical: Future Days: Catalysts, What Will Define the Next Decade of Catalysis?</h5><ul><li>Tu, 22.9.2026 15:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6553">Registration</a></li></ul>Explore the future of catalysis in hydrogen, CCUS, sustainable chemicals, and circular manufacturing, with expert insights on markets, standards, catalyst development, and advanced characterization.<h5>4. Bruker: Probing Structure, Ion Dynamics and Interfacial Reactivity in Energy-Storage Materials by Solid-State NMR</h5><ul><li>Tu, 22.9.2026 17:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6515">Registration</a></li></ul>Learn how solid-state NMR reveals local structure, ion dynamics, and SEI interfacial behavior in energy-storage materials.<h5>5. Agilent Technologies: How to Perform Routine Quantification by FTIR: Tips &amp; Tricks Workshop</h5><ul><li>Tu, 22.9.2026 20:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6442">Registration</a></li></ul>Master routine FTIR quantification in this hands-on workshop. Learn how to use MicroLab and MicroLab Quant software to measure standards, build calibration curves, and analyze real-world samples.<h5>6. Agilent Technologies: Learn How FTIR Can Help You with Contamination and Poor Product Quality</h5><ul><li>Tu, 22.9.2026 21:30 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6441">Registration</a></li></ul>Discover how Agilent portable FTIR spectrometers enable fast, cost-effective contamination analysis with versatile sampling options to address product quality and equipment issues.<h5>7. Bruker: From Cleared Tissue to Quantitative 3D Insights: Integrated Bruker and Translucence Biosystems Workflows for Whole-Organ Imaging</h5><ul><li>We, 23.9.2026 17:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6544">Registration</a></li></ul>Discover integrated Bruker and Translucence Biosystems workflows for 3D cleared tissue imaging and quantitative whole-organ light-sheet microscopy.<h5>8. SPECTRO Analytical Instruments: Automatic ICP-OES Analysis of Lubricating Oils Using SPECTRO GENESIS DSOI and ACAROS Automation</h5><ul><li>Th, 24.9.2026 10:30 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6527">Registration</a></li></ul>Learn how automated ICP-OES analysis of lubricating oils can accelerate quality control and wear metal monitoring workflows using SPECTRO GENESIS DSOI and ACAROS automation.<h5>9. Agilent Technologies: Detection and Identification of Microplastics in Water and Other Matrices Using the Agilent Laser Infrared Spectroscopy Microscope</h5><ul><li>Th, 24.9.2026 11:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6540">Registration</a></li></ul>Discover how the Agilent LDIR 8700 uses QCL-based infrared imaging to automate rapid microplastics analysis, data processing, and reporting while supporting current standards.<h5>10. Malvern Panalytical: From Sample to Reliable Result: How to Optimise Particle Concentration Measurements on the Zetasizer Advance</h5><ul><li>Th, 24.9.2026 14:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6557">Registration</a></li></ul>Learn how to optimize particle concentration measurements with the Zetasizer Advance, from sample preparation and parameter selection to data-quality checks and improved repeatability.<h5>11. Wiley: Image, analyze, and fabricate at the nanoscale: Advances in SEM and FIB SEM for quantum materials research</h5><ul><li>Th, 24.9.2026 16:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6524">Registration</a></li></ul>Explore advances in SEM and FIB-SEM for quantum materials research and learn how these technologies support 3D characterization, nanoscale analysis, and nanodevice fabrication.<h5>12. Mettler-Toledo: Thermal Analysis of Thermoset Materials</h5><ul><li>Th, 24.9.2026 16:00 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/5777">Registration</a></li></ul>Explore the most important thermal properties of thermoset materials and learn how thermal analysis techniques can be used for their characterization.<h5>13. Agilent Technologies: Why fast, reliable trace-element analysis starts with triple-quad ICP-MS</h5><ul><li>Fr, 25.9.2026 17:30 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://labrulez.com/en-us/all/webinar/6547">Registration</a></li></ul>Discover how the Agilent 9500 triple-quadrupole ICP-MS accelerates trace-element analysis and helps eliminate spectral interferences for reliable results.

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When it comes to detection limits we all want to achieve the lowest possible values.
Learn all the tips and tricks and select proper components of an ICP-OES sample introduction system to optimize your data quality. Take advantage of the smart and easy features of Agilent’s ICP-Expert software to enhance the instrument performance and remove carryover.
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Agilent Technologies: Tips and Tricks on ICP-OES for Best Detection Limits and Less Carryover

Tips and Tricks on ICP-OES for Best Detection Limits and Less Carryover

Learn all the tips and tricks and select proper components of an ICP-OES sample introduction system to optimize your data quality.

Tips and Tricks on ICP-OES for Best Detection Limits

From Basic to Advanced of Scratch is a course with three sessions, in which participants will explore strategies for optimizing test parameters, defining critical loads, and utilizing advanced quantitative techniques such as wedge blade testing and coating recovery. This series is designed to enhance your ability to accurately assess and interpret scratch test data, providing insights that are directly applicable to a wide range of material testing scenarios.<h3>February 18, 2025: Advanced Scratch Techniques</h3>In this webinar of our Scratch Series, we introduce advanced quantitative techniques to deepen your understanding of material behavior under scratch testing. You'll explore methods like wedge blade testing to assess material response, investigate coating recovery after scratches, and analyze projected cone area for detailed insights into surface interactions. These advanced techniques will provide you with a more comprehensive view of material performance, helping you make more informed decisions in your testing and analysis.By the end of this webinar, attendees will be equipped with advanced techniques such as wedge blade testing, coating recovery analysis, and projected cone area measurements, allowing for a more detailed and nuanced evaluation of material behavior in scratch testing.<div><div><blockquote>Presenter: Mark R HaaseMark R Haase is an Advanced Application Scientist at Anton Paar, and has been with the company for six years. They work with many material characterization techniques, including scratch, indentation, tribology, particle sizing, gas sorption, atomic force microscopy, and rheology. Mark supports the use of these techniques in research and industry with training and method development. Prior to joining Anton Paar, Mark's studies included nanocarbon materials and green energy systems.</blockquote></div></div>

Anton Paar: Beyond the Surface Module 2 - Scratch Series: From Basic to Advanced Scratch

Advanced Scratch Techniques

In this webinar of our Scratch Series, we introduce advanced quantitative techniques to deepen your understanding of material behavior under scratch testing.

Scratch Series: Advanced Scratch Techniques

Improvements to Microplastics workflow will be demonstrated. Agilent ftir<blockquote>Presenter: Louis Tisinger, PhD (Application Engineer, Molecular Spectroscopy, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)Louis (Lou) Tisinger has a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from Miami University in Oxford Ohio, where his graduate research involved the study of ATR imaging and microscope performance in vibrational spectroscopy. Most of his career has been related to pre- and post-sales support of FTIR spectrometers, microscopes, imaging systems, and thermal analytical instruments, focusing on analyzing customer samples, demonstrations, post-sales training, troubleshooting, and R&amp;D.</blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: New Improvements to MP Workflow

New Improvements to MP Workflow

Improvements to Microplastics workflow will be demonstrated. 

<h4>Eight Webinars and a Roundtable with Experts from Merck</h4>Analytical Excellence Week' is organized to empower professionals in the field of analytical chemistry. Over the course of eight insightful sessions, industry experts will share their knowledge and best practices to streamline your analytical workflows and enhance your efficiency.From understanding quality grades in inorganics and solvents to exploring sustainable practices in the lab, each webinar covers essential topics that will enhance your analytical capabilities. Learn how to optimize your Karl Fischer titration, achieve precision in PFAS testing, and gain troubleshooting tips for LC-MS to effectively address common challenges and improve your laboratory results.The sessions will also address critical aspects of safety and sustainability, ensuring you are well-equipped to handle hazardous chemicals responsibly while making strides toward greener laboratory practices.This is an invaluable opportunity to gain insights that can significantly optimize your analytical processes. Don’t miss your chance to elevate your expertise and contribute to a more efficient and sustainable future in analytical workflows.Each session is specifically designed to address essential topics that directly impact your daily practices, making it relevant for all professionals working in a chemical analysis laboratory.<h3>Day 4: Thursday, 13 February</h3><h4>Greener Solvents - Making Big Moves for More Sustainability in the Lab!</h4>Laboratories consume significantly more energy and water and generate more waste than offices or households. This is more reason for laboratories to tackle sustainability concerns now. This training supports labs to become greener by addressing the class of chemicals that are used in the largest volumes in the lab: solvents! According to the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry, solvents are more sustainable when they are biobased or when they are less dangerous and hazardous.This training highlights several of these greener solvent alternatives and how they can be implemented in the lab. Due to the large volume in which solvents are used, changing to a greener alternative will significantly reduce the carbon footprint of a lab. A further opportunity to reduce the carbon footprint of a lab and to tremendously reduce waste, are returnable containers for solvents, which will be covered in the second part of the training.By attending this webinar, you will learn:<ul><li>The 12 Principles of Green Chemistry</li><li>What greener solvents are and how they can be implemented in your lab</li><li>How returnable containers for solvents reduce the carbon footprint and amount of waste in the lab</li></ul>Who should attend: This webinar will provide valuable insights for everybody who is working with solvents in the lab and would like to become more sustainable. This includes lab technicians, lab managers, and scientists in chemistry and analytical chemistry labs.<blockquote>Presenter: Frank Michel, (Scientific Education &amp; Sustainability, Chemistry Franchise, Merck)Presenter: John Cooper, (Global Product Manager Sustainable Solvents, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, an affiliate of Merck)</blockquote><h4>Tips and Tricks for LC-MS Troubleshooting</h4>LC-MS is an excellent tool for chemical analysis. Moreover, the evolution in HPLC particle technology, HPLC instrument design, and MS detection resulted in improved performance and sensitivity. This raised the bar on requirements for the purity of the solvents and additives in the mobile phase. This training provides valuable tips and tricks on how to get the best performance out of your LC-MS instrument regarding sensitivity and how to limit instrument downtime by different approaches. Typical examples of LC-MS issues, such as ghost peaks or noisy and elevated baselines, and how to prevent them will be presented. Advanced LC-MS solvents and additives for improved LC-MS performance and their proper handling will be discussed in detail.By attending this webinar, you will learn:<ul><li>The importance of the choice of consumables and solvents for LC-MS</li><li>Approaches to improve sensitivity and robustness of LC-MS</li></ul>Who should attend: This webinar will be especially valuable for scientists, lab managers, and lab technicians working with LC-MS in any application area.<blockquote>Presenter: Frank Michel, (Scientific Education &amp; Sustainability, Chemistry Franchise, Merck)</blockquote>

Merck: Webinar Series & Expert Roundtable

Webinar Series & Expert Roundtable (Day 4)

Part 1: Greener Solvents - Making Big Moves for More Sustainability in the Lab! and Part 2: Tips and Tricks for LC-MS Troubleshooting.

<h4>Eight Webinars and a Roundtable with Experts from Merck</h4>Analytical Excellence Week' is organized to empower professionals in the field of analytical chemistry. Over the course of eight insightful sessions, industry experts will share their knowledge and best practices to streamline your analytical workflows and enhance your efficiency.From understanding quality grades in inorganics and solvents to exploring sustainable practices in the lab, each webinar covers essential topics that will enhance your analytical capabilities. Learn how to optimize your Karl Fischer titration, achieve precision in PFAS testing, and gain troubleshooting tips for LC-MS to effectively address common challenges and improve your laboratory results.The sessions will also address critical aspects of safety and sustainability, ensuring you are well-equipped to handle hazardous chemicals responsibly while making strides toward greener laboratory practices.This is an invaluable opportunity to gain insights that can significantly optimize your analytical processes. Don’t miss your chance to elevate your expertise and contribute to a more efficient and sustainable future in analytical workflows.Each session is specifically designed to address essential topics that directly impact your daily practices, making it relevant for all professionals working in a chemical analysis laboratory.<h3>Day 5: Friday, 14 February</h3><h4>Roundtable Expert Discussion</h4>Our experts will come together to discuss the best practices to streamline your analytical workflows and enhance your efficiency. We will cover some questions asked during the week, as well as answer new questions during the roundtable discussion. &nbsp;<blockquote>Presenter: Ernie Hillier (Independent Pharmaceutical Consultant, EJH Consulting)</blockquote>

Webinar Series & Expert Roundtable (Day 5)

Webinar Series & Expert Roundtable (Day 5) - Roundtable Expert Discussion

Food and environment testing labs face many challenges and are under pressure to maximize efficiency, productivity, and profitability. Customers expect rapid analysis, with testing done using best-in-class instrument and methods that comply with constantly evolving test regulations. Agilent provides instrumentation, software, consumable, services, and support to help you meet your food and environment testing challenges.In this second session we will talk about the analysis of microplastics in the environment and food.<blockquote>Presenter:&nbsp; Dr. Nopparat Vorapalawut (Spectroscopy Solutions Development Manager, Agilent Technologies)Nopparat joined Agilent Technologies in position of Spectroscopy Application Field Service Engineer and is currently Agilent’s Spectroscopy product specialist based in Thailand.She graduated Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry and having previously worked in post-doctoral researcher in France and join Agilent in 2016.At Agilent, she is supporting in technical sales and requirement from customers.</blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Optimizing your food environmental testing: Expert tips and insights with atomic and molecular spectroscopy

Molecular Spectroscopy

In this second session we will talk about the analysis of microplastics in the environment and food.

Session 2: Molecular Spectroscopy

Since its development in 1883, the Kjeldahl method of protein determination had been the standard in laboratories across the world. It wasn’t until the 1990s that the Dumas method began acquiring a foothold. Though the Dumas method was technically older than the Kjeldahl, only recent technological developments have made it easily accessible to labs, and “easily accessible” is certainly one way to describe the modern Dumas method of protein determination—especially how LECO does it!Join us for this 30 minute webinar where Michael Jakob, LECO European Product Manager, discusses how LECO’s protein analyzers streamline the Dumas method for protein determination. The webinar also features an online demonstration of running a sample on the FP828 in our Berlin lab.<blockquote>Presenter: Michael Jakob (LECO European Product Manager)</blockquote>

LECO: Protein Done Right with LECO - 1 Method, 1 Calibration, 1 Speed ... Fast 

Kjeldahl vs Dumas - How Do You Determine Protein?

Join us for this 30 minute webinar where Michael Jakob discusses how LECO’s protein analyzers streamline the Dumas method for protein determination.

By attending this presentation, you will:<ul><li>Learn strategies to tackle elemental analytical challenges while promoting sustainability in the battery recycling and refining process.</li><li>Discover how automation enhances accuracy and efficiency in analytical processes, from streamlined workflows to automated calibration preparation.</li><li>Explore the use of advanced dilution systems to boost sample throughput, simplify liquid sample handling, and ensure consistent precision.</li><li>Learn about sustainable lithium extraction techniques using deep eutectic solvents, a method that is more environmentally friendly and efficient compared to traditional methods.</li></ul>Event OverviewJoin us for an insightful webinar on sustainable lithium-ion battery recycling! Discover greener solvents and learn how ICP-OES seamlessly handles alternatives to traditional inorganic solutions. Explore how managing elemental impurities optimizes battery performance, yield, and safety. Gain insights into cutting-edge tools like ICP-OES and the ADS 2 auto-diluter system for precise element quantification for refined materials. Streamline your workflow with automation to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform recycling practices and drive a greener future!Key Topics<ul><li>Actionable insights for sustainability and analytical challenge</li><li>Automation for workflow optimization</li><li>Advanced systems for increased throughput and precision</li></ul>Who Should Attend?<ul><li>Analytical chemists, laboratory managers, battery recycling specialists, environmental scientists, material scientists, and engineers.</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Leo Huang (Atomic Spectroscopy Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies)Leo Huang is based at Agilent’s Spectroscopy Technology Innovation Centre in Melbourne, Australia, and is participating in an internship program as an Application Scientist. Along with the internship, Leo continues his studies in Environmental Sciences and is interested in initiatives that promote sustainability.Leo has experience with experimental procedures, report write-up and attention to best laboratory practices. With a foundation in chemistry and a passion for environmental protection, Leo aims to contribute to an Innovative solutions that address pressing environmental challenges.Presenter: Ana Gonzalez (Atomic Spectroscopy Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies)Ana is based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA. With a robust background in atomic spectroscopy instruments, Ana boasts international experience in the development and validation of analytical methods tailored for the geochemical industry. Her expertise extends to lithium-ion battery technology, where she has made significant contributions to the comprehensive understanding of lithium brine characterization in South America, as well as the analysis of lithium battery components such as cathodes, anodes, and electrolytes. Ana's proficiency also encompasses molecular spectroscopy and chemometrics, as evidenced by her notable publications in these fields. She holds a Master of Science degree in Plant Biotechnology from CINVESTAV, México, complemented by a Bachelor of Science degree in Biotechnology Engineering. With her diverse skill set and passion for advancing scientific knowledge, Ana continues to drive innovation and excellence in her field. &nbsp;</blockquote>

Separation Science: Eco-Friendly Extraction Methods for Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling and Elemental Analysis of Impurities in Recovered Metal Sulphates

Eco-Friendly Extraction Methods for Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling and Elemental Analysis of Impurities in Recovered Metal Sulphates

Sustainable lithium-ion battery recycling! Discover greener solvents and learn how ICP-OES seamlessly handles alternatives to traditional inorganic solutions.

Eco-Friendly Lithium Battery Recycling & Impurity Analysis

With the growing number and diversity of microorganisms infecting humans and animals and 2024 data showing a rise in zoonotic diseases, accurate microbiological testing is vital for detecting foodborne pathogens, spoilage organisms, and technological strains.In a food veterinary laboratory, the identification and typing of pathogens such as Salmonella, Listeria, and moulds are crucial for ensuring food safety and public health. This scientific panel focuses on advanced methodologies for detecting these microorganisms, including rapid techniques such as MALDI-TOF MS and FTIR-spectroscopy.Foodborne pathogens like Salmonella, Listeria, and moulds pose significant risks to public health, making their accurate identification and typing in food and veterinary laboratories essential. PCR, FTIR-spectroscopy and MALDI-TOF MS offer different approaches. MALDI-TOF MS identifies microorganisms based on their unique protein fingerprints, providing rapid and cost-effective results. This technique is particularly advantageous for data analysis up to species level, due to its speed, as it can deliver results within minutes once the organism is cultured.Key questions to be addressed in the panel include: Which is the recommended method for quick, broad-spectrum identification? Are MALDI-TOF MS and FTIR-spectroscopy effective tools for confirming Salmonella and Listeria? And can FTIR-spectroscopy deliver same-day identification and typing results once the organism is cultured?Furthermore, this panel will explore the latest advancements in pathogen confirmation from colony material, including new workflows for mould identification and the application of FTIR-spectroscopy for contamination root cause analysis. Attendees will also hear about new applications of FTIR-spectroscopy for faster, more accurate Salmonella and Listeria typing.&nbsp;Key learning points:<ul><li>New database content of MALDI-TOF MS</li><li>New workflow of confirmation and typing of Salmonella and Listeria by MALDI-TOF MS and FTIR-spectroscopy</li><li>New workflow for identification of moulds.</li></ul><div><blockquote>Presenter: Francis Muchaamba (Postdoc Researcher at Institute for Food Safety and Hygiene, Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Zurich )Currently Postdoc Researcher at University of Zurich. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine &amp; Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Zurich, CH. Study of Veterinary Medicine at University of Zimbabwe.Presenter: Sébastien Vacher (Scientific Affairs)Nearly 20 years with &nbsp;Conidia. Research Doctorate, Microbiology at University Claude Bernard Lyon and formation sur la gestion d’entreprises, at emlyon business school.Presenter: Olaf Degen (Director Industry Microbiology)Worked for five years at Bruker and is currently Director Industry Microbiology. Microbiology Researcher at Humboldt University Berlin. Dipl.-Biologist at Freie University Berlin. MBA, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA &amp; WHU, Vallendar, Germany.&nbsp;Presenter: Sarah Guerriat (Researcher at Department of Food technology, Safety and Health)Recently finished Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at University of Liège. Study of Veterinary Medicine at Université libre de Bruxelles, Belgium.</blockquote>&nbsp;</div>

New Food Magazine: Enhancing food safety labs with rapid detection of Salmonella, Listeria and moulds

Enhancing food safety labs with rapid detection of Salmonella, Listeria and moulds

Advanced methodologies for detecting microorganisms, including rapid techniques such as MALDI-TOF MS and FTIR-spectroscopy.

MALDI-TOF MS and FTIR detection of pathogens

Analytical laboratories face continuous pressure to handle increasing sample volumes while delivering rapid, high-quality results. Quality managers and analysts must balance competing demands: maintaining precision and accuracy, meeting regulatory requirements, reducing environmental impact, and optimizing costs. These challenges are particularly acute in moisture analysis, where traditional methods often require significant time and resources, while inconsistencies between operators can impact reliability.Join industry experts as they explore modern approaches to moisture analysis in chemical, polymer, and petrochemical environments. This educational session will examine how laboratories can overcome common analytical challenges through the integration of complementary techniques. Through real-world examples and industry case studies, we'll discuss how combining reference methods with spectroscopic techniques can enhance laboratory efficiency. The session will conclude with insights from Lubrizol's experience in modernizing their analytical workflows, offering practical takeaways for laboratories looking to improve their testing procedures.<h5>Key Learning Objectives:</h5><ul><li>Fundamentals of Karl Fischer and NIR analysis</li><li>Strategies for workflow optimization and automation</li><li>Practical considerations for implementing new analytical methods</li><li>How OMNIS reduces waste while increasing speed and accuracy</li></ul><h5>Who Should Attend:</h5><ul><li>Analytical lab managers</li><li>Quality control or assurance mangers/directors</li><li>Process engineers or production managers</li><li>Anyone interested in learning about more efficient ways to do moisture analysis</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Bridget Brassell (Quality Assurance Improvement Manager, Lubrizol)Presenter:&nbsp;Eduardo Simoes, MSc (Titration Product Specialist, Metrohm USA)Presenter:&nbsp;Lenzi Williams, PhD (Spectroscopy Product Specialist, Metrohm USA)Presenter:&nbsp;Alexandra Taylor (Contributing Editor, C&amp;EN Media Group)</blockquote>

C&EN: From Challenges to Solutions: Revolutionizing Moisture Analysis with NIR and Titration

From Challenges to Solutions: Revolutionizing Moisture Analysis with NIR and Titration

Join industry experts as they explore modern approaches to moisture analysis in chemical, polymer, and petrochemical environments. 