<p><strong>In the week from May 11, 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. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Uncovering Microplastics: Identification, Quantification, and Exposure Assessment</strong></h5><ul><li>Tu, 12.5.2026 08:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6136">Registration</a></li></ul><p>In this webinar, we will explore complementary analytical solutions for comprehensive microplastics characterization.</p><h5><strong>2. SPECTRO Analytical Instruments: Elemental Analysis of Superalloys: Ensuring Performance in Extreme Applications</strong></h5><ul><li>Tu, 12.5.2026 10:30 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6170">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn how accurate elemental analysis ensures superalloy performance, with OES and XRF solutions for reliable quality control from lab to field.</p><h5><strong>3. Agilent Technologies: What have you been smoking? Elemental Analysis in Cannabis and Cannabis Products with ICP-MS</strong></h5><ul><li>Tu, 12.5.2026 20:30 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6063">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn how automated calibration and dilution streamline ICP-MS food testing workflows, improving accuracy, traceability, and productivity while addressing rare-earth doubly charged interferences.</p><h5><strong>4. AZoM: Faster REE Exploration Decisions with XRF Technology Explained</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 13.5.2026 16:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6195">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Join the webinar to see how handheld XRF provides a significant advantage in today's fast-paced REE landscape.</p><h5><strong>5. Bruker: Advancing Industrial Metrology Automation with Bruker's Dimension AFMs</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 13.5.2026 17:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6172">Registration</a></li></ul><p>This webinar will explore how Dimension AFM platforms support increasing levels of automation, from scripted measurements to data-driven control.</p><h5><strong>6. Anton Paar: Polymer Rheology: Impact of Humidity on Material Behavior</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 13.5.2026 18:00 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5801">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Discover how humidity impacts polymers and soft materials. Learn how moisture alters rheology, tackiness, curing, and flowability through real case studies across films, adhesives, foods, and powders.</p><h5><strong>7. LECO: TOC Determination in Soil and Waste</strong></h5><ul><li>Th, 14.5.2026 14:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/6038">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Join this webinar to explore modern methods for TOC determination in soils and waste. Learn how standardized approaches, instrumentation, and method selection influence data quality and regulatory compliance.</p>

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<p><strong>Routine chemical analysis typically involves several steps, e.g. selection of procedure, sampling, sample preparation, measurement, result calculation, uncertainty estimation, and reporting to customer. Based on the result, important decisions and actions are taken. The steps before and after the measurement are often referred to as “pre- and post-analytical”. There are many sources of uncertainty associated with this work, some of which can actually limit the overall quality.&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Proficiency testing (PT)</strong> and external quality assessment <strong>(EQA) schemes</strong> are effective means of assessing the quality of routine analyses. However, if there are specific procedures, either before or after the measurement, which are applied to the routine samples, but not to the PT test sample, the result reflects only the quality of part of the measurement process. Pre- and post-analytical PT/ EQA schemes are already widely used in laboratory medicine. The standard ISO 15189, that underpins accreditation of medical laboratories, stresses that EQA schemes should “... <i>have the effect of checking the entire process including pre- and post-examination procedures</i> ...”&nbsp;</p><p>The examples in this leaflet illustrate the potential and importance of pre- and post-analytical PT/EQA. They are intended as an inspiration for the providers to further develop their external quality control activities.</p><h4><strong>Pre- and post-analytical PT/EQA – a means for harmonisation&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>By illustrating, e.g. lack of adherence to guidelines, or variation in sample preparation, or inconsistency in interpretation, pre- and post-analytical PT/EQA schemes pinpoint problems not apparent in other schemes. This may lead to improved harmonisation and changes to guidelines and standards.</p><h4><strong>Example 1: Interpreting clinical chemistry information&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>Patient background information together with analytical results can be used to check agreement of interpretational advice given by medical doctors. This type of scheme can, therefore, include both pre- and post-analytical aspects. The provider, e.g. through an expert group, ranks the quality of participants’ response and suggestions, and presents them in the report with comments.</p><h4><strong>Example 2: Sampling requests in microbiology&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>Using the scenario of food poisoning, pre- &amp; post-analytical aspects of sampling requests in a microbiology scheme can be highlighted. The provider gives information about food type, symptoms, and incubation time with a simulated sample. Participants choose which organism(s) to test for. The associated laboratory work involves examination of samples, report on method(s) of choice and results. Participants could, e.g. be asked to specify which toxins or pathogens are likely to cause the food poisoning and state whether or not they will disseminate information, e.g. to hospitals or food suppliers. The feedback report would then show the results of each participant together with the comments of the provider.&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Example 3: Toy testing&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>Faulty design, usage and chance play a role in injury and death incidents related to children’s toys. Toy safety is the practice of ensuring that toys are safe, usually through the application of set safety standards. The PT provider sources a toy, performs visual assessment of its homogeneity, and distributes the samples. Participants are requested to assess the toy against the European standard EN 71 and they have to decide which clauses of the standard apply. The clauses chosen define the test(s) to be carried out. The feedback report will contain a “<strong>model answer</strong>” including clauses, tests and labeling requirements (when applicable).&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Example 4: Monitoring drinking water quality&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>A post-analytical application can be underpinned by legislation and national regulations (Directive 98/83/EC). Participants receive a synthetic drinking water sample with properties close to one or more limiting values. They are requested to deliver results, uncertainties and a “pass/fail” recommendation to the customer. The recommendations of the provider are listed in the feedback report for educational purposes. Information can be fed back also to regulators to serve, e.g. as basis for further discussions.&nbsp;</p><blockquote><h5><strong>More information / further reading&nbsp;</strong></h5><p>Information about PT providers and schemes can be obtained from your national accreditation body, from the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.eptis.org/"><strong>EPTIS website</strong></a> or from other national or international organisations.</p></blockquote>

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<p><strong>Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 11th May 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 presentation by<strong> MDCW / Mount Royal University, </strong>application by<strong> Shimadzu, </strong>and brochure by <strong>Thermo Fisher Scientific!</strong></p><h3><strong>1. MDCW / Mount Royal University: An Analysis of Fresh and Used Aircraft Oil: An Indication of Exposure Pathway Possibility to Inorganic and Organic Pollutants</strong></h3><ul><li>Presentation</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/O_4_Hayes_fed01ca35a.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><p>Aircraft engine oils are highly complex mixtures formulated to meet strict MIL-SPEC requirements for piston, turboprop, and jet engines, often containing proprietary additive packages designed to improve thermal stability, reduce wear, and prevent corrosion. In this presentation at the 17th Multidimensional Chromatography Workshop, Kevin Hayes investigated how aircraft oils change during engine operation and whether these changes could contribute to occupational exposure risks for flight crews and maintenance personnel. The study focused on comparing fresh and used oils from piston, turboprop, and jet aircraft to better understand how inorganic and organic contaminants accumulate or are depleted during normal engine operation.</p><p>The research combined routine multi-element analysis using <strong>ICP-OES</strong> with advanced <strong>GC×GC-TOFMS</strong> speciation analysis. Used piston and turboprop oils were collected with assistance from the MRU Aviation Program, while used jet oil samples were obtained from a private European jet operator. Elemental analysis showed significant differences between new and used oils. In piston engine oils, sulfur and lead concentrations increased substantially during use, with lead accumulation linked to tetraethyl lead (TEL) from 100LL aviation fuel. Phosphorus compounds were also detected in used oils despite not being present in the fresh oil samples, indicating additional contributions from operational processes or additives.</p><p>For jet and turboprop oils, phosphorus-containing additives behaved differently. Fresh oils contained relatively high phosphorus concentrations, but these levels decreased significantly after engine operation, suggesting additive depletion or release of phosphorus-containing compounds during use. The authors highlighted that this may be particularly relevant for bleed-air systems in commercial aircraft, where oil-derived compounds could potentially enter cabin air. GC×GC-TOFMS analysis further identified several organophosphate compounds in piston engine oils. Interestingly, commonly discussed compounds such as tricresyl phosphate (TCP) were not detected, while other organophosphates were observed instead, demonstrating the importance of comprehensive speciation analysis rather than focusing solely on previously suspected contaminants.</p><p>The presentation concluded that aircraft engine oils undergo substantial chemical changes during normal operation, with both inorganic and organic compounds accumulating or being depleted in ways that are not captured by analyses of unused oils alone. While elemental analysis provided valuable first-level insight into wear metals and additive behavior, GC×GC-TOFMS delivered critical molecular-level information about specific contaminant classes and transformation products. Together, the results suggest that current hazard assessments based only on fresh oils may underestimate potential occupational exposure risks and demonstrate the value of combining elemental analysis with advanced multidimensional chromatography for a more complete understanding of aircraft oil-related exposure pathways.</p><h3><strong>2. Shimadzu: Measurement of TOC in Chloroisocyanuric Acid Used as Disinfectant</strong></h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_01_01019_en_4c48146421.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><h4><strong>User Benefits</strong></h4><ul><li>Samples such as chloroisocyanuric acid, which are difficult to detect using a wet oxidation TOC analyzer, can be measured with high sensitivity using the combustion oxidation <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=TOC-L"><strong>TOC-L,</strong></a> which has a strong oxidizing power.</li><li>One sample can be measured quickly, typically within 10-20 minutes.</li></ul><p>In facilities where people have direct contact with water, such as swimming pools, hot springs, and bathhouses, strict water quality management is essential to protect public health and safety. Total organic carbon (TOC) measurement is widely used to detect water quality degradation caused by microbial growth and contamination with foreign substances.&nbsp;</p><p>Solid powder chloroisocyanuric acids (including dichloroisocyanuric acid and trichloroisocyanuric acid), which exhibit minimal chlorine deactivation, are commonly used as disinfectants for swimming pool water instead of sodium hypochlorite solutions. However, because chlorinated isocyanuric acid is a recalcitrant substance, it is challenging to detect using wet oxidation TOC analyzers due to itsresistance to oxidation and decomposition. In contrast, a combustion oxidation TOC analyzer can measure chloroisocyanuric acids with high sensitivity and recovery rates due to itsstrong oxidizing power. In this application, we compared the TOC measurement results for sodium dichloroisocyanurate using a combustion oxidation <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=TOC-LCPH"><strong>TOC-L<sub>CPH</sub></strong></a> analyzer and a wet oxidation <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=TOC-VWP"><strong>TOC-V<sub>WP</sub></strong></a> analyzer.</p><h4><strong>Conclusion</strong></h4><p>The combustion oxidation TOC analyzer demonstrated high accuracy in measuring the samples. Due to its strong oxidizing power, the combustion oxidation TOC analyzer is particularly suitable for measuring TOC in samples containing recalcitrant substances such as sodium dichloroisocyanurate.</p><h3><strong>3. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Exploring the surface in depth with XPS analysis</strong></h3><ul><li>Brochure</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/exploring_surface_depth_xps_analysis_a5a921a258.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><h5><strong>The need for surface and interface analysis&nbsp;</strong></h5><p>In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, precise material analysis is crucial for the development and optimization of advanced materials and devices. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) is an established technique for the characterization of material surface chemistry, capable of revealing compositional information several nanometers into a sample. Depth profiling is a method that extends the analysis range of XPS; by alternating material removal and XPS analysis, it can reveal how composition changes from the surface to the bulk, or across interfaces between different compounds in a sample. This information can be just as critical as how a material’s surface interacts with its environment, and can provide a more complete picture of the material’s behavior and properties.&nbsp;</p><p>The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/2206"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ Hypulse™ Surface Analysis System</strong></a> is a fully featured XPS instrument with a range of additional analytical capabilities, including reflected electron energy loss spectroscopy (REELS) and low-energy ion scattering spectroscopy (ISS). The system is equipped with a Thermo Scientific MAGCIS Dual-Mode Ion Source and a novel femtosecond laser-ablation system (fs-LA) for XPS depth profiling.&nbsp;</p><p>This eBook explores XPS depth profiling in detail and shows how the Hypulse System is ideally suited for this technique, helping you uncover critical surface and sub-surface information.</p>

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<div><div id="inner_content_body_text" data-content-id="394785"><p><strong>Humidity plays a crucial role in determining the behavior and performance of polymeric and soft materials. This webinar explores how varying levels of humidity influence material responses such as rheology, tackiness, and tribological behavior.</strong></p><p>Through controlled humidity experiments, the session demonstrates how water absorption and desorption alter material properties like modulus, viscosity, curing, and flowability of different materials. Case studies will include practical examples across diverse applications, such as polymer films, adhesives, food products, powders, and coatings. Humidity is shown to have both reversible and irreversible effects on the softening of gelatin and tackiness of chewing gum to the curing of silicone sealants, and flowability of powders.</p><p>Participants will gain insights into how humidity affects product performance, shelf life, and processing—leading to better design, formulation, and quality control in research and industrial applications</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Mohammed Naimul Hoque, PhD</p><p>Mohammed Naimul Hoque is an Advanced Application Engineer – Rheology at Anton Paar USA, specializing in the rheological characterization of complex fluids and colloids. His work involves customer sample testing, collaborating with academic and industrial clients, and providing training on rheological instruments and techniques.</p><p>Prior to joining Anton Paar, Naimul earned his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Texas Tech University, where his research focused on modeling the flow behavior of colloidal dispersions and predicting their extrusion behavior using extensional rheological techniques, such as dripping-onto-substrate (DoS) rheometry.</p></blockquote></div></div>

Anton Paar: Polymer Rheology: Impact of Humidity on Material Behavior

Polymer Rheology: Impact of Humidity on Material Behavior

Explore the effects of humidity on polymers and soft materials, including rheology, tackiness, curing, and flowability, with practical case studies.

Impact of Humidity on Material Behavior

<h4><strong>Food &amp; Feed Sample Preparation Webinar Series</strong></h4><p><strong>Ensuring food and feed quality requires reliable determination of both contaminants and nutrients, yet sample preparation remains one of the most challenging and time-consuming steps in the analytical workflow. This webinar series introduces modern approaches to digestion and extraction that improve data quality, reduce reprocessing, and increase laboratory productivity. Through four dedicated events, covering heavy metals, organic contaminants, macro/trace minerals, and nutritional parameters such as fats, FAMEs, and amino acids, participants will discover optimized, practical workflows tailored to real-world food and feed testing.</strong></p><h4><strong>Session: Digestion of Food &amp; Feed for Nutrient Analysis: Macro and Trace Minerals</strong></h4><p>Nutrient profiling requires accurate digestion of food and feed samples to determine essential macro- and trace minerals. This webinar explains how microwave digestion platforms such as ETHOS and ultraWAVE enable complete dissolution across a wide range of matrices, including dairy, cereals, high-fat foods, and animal feed. We will outline acid selection, matrix-specific challenges, blank control, and strategies to minimize reprocessing. Attendees will learn practical workflows to support nutritional labeling and quality control.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Gianpaolo Rota (Application Specialist, Milestone Srl)</p></blockquote>

Milestone: Food & Feed Sample Preparation Webinar Series

Digestion of Food & Feed for Nutrient Analysis: Macro and Trace Minerals

Webinar on microwave digestion of food and feed for nutrient analysis, focusing on macro and trace minerals, matrix challenges, and reliable QC workflows.

Digestion of Food & Feed for Nutrient Analysis

<h4><strong>Food Safety Webinar Series: When Food Meets the Lab</strong></h4><p><strong>Food testing in the region still revolves around “legacy” contaminants that decide release, rejection, and recall discussions - veterinary drug residues, pesticide residues and fumigants, and toxic elements including species-sensitive forms, in different food matrices. This 3-part series is built for audiences where regulatory expectations reference Codex-based frameworks, country-specific legislative guidelines, and import/export-market requirements that influence testing scope, reporting limits, and confirmation criteria. Each webinar focuses on the analytical factors that drive outcomes: matrix effects and co-extractives, trace-level quantitation, transition/ion-ratio checks, interference control, and reportable result logic.</strong></p><p>Keynote expert speakers will set the regulatory context, give a glimpse of the current trends, and future implications. Agilent workflow segments map these needs to sample preparation nuances, LC-MS/MS for multi-class residues, GC-MS/MS and headspace GC for residue/fumigant markers, and ICP-MS plus LC-ICP-MS for heavy metals and speciation, including QC structures and data review patterns used in high-throughput labs, to name a few.</p><h5><strong>Webinar Series Details</strong></h5><ul><li>Register once to attend the complete 3-part series</li><li>Submit your questions beforehand</li><li>Access recorded sessions anytime within one year</li><li>Certificate of attendance will be provided to all attendees</li></ul><h4><strong>Part 3: Heavy Metals &amp; Speciation Edition</strong></h4><p>Toxic element testing continues to be a core requirement due to national contaminant limits and trade-facing specifications for Pb, Cd, Hg, As and related elements. This webinar separates total-element panels from speciation cases where chemical form affects interpretation, particularly arsenic species in rice/cereal products and marine foods. The session covers digestion strategy, contamination control, reagent blank behavior, and trace-level drivers of data quality: polyatomic/isobaric interference removal, drift control, internal standards, calibration verification, and batch acceptance logic. Speciation discussion includes species-preserving extraction, chromatographic separation choices, prevention of species interconversion, and interpretation of species profiles under matrix load.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Dr. Usharani Dandamudi (Senior Principal Scientist, FS &amp; AQCL, CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), India)</p><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Dr. Vinay Jain (Application Engineer, Agilent Technologies, India)</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Food Safety Webinar Series: When Food Meets the Lab

Heavy Metals & Speciation Edition

Heavy metals and speciation webinar: ICP-MS and LC-ICP-MS workflows for Pb, Cd, Hg, arsenic species and trace-level food testing.

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div><p><strong>In this upcoming webinar, experts from LECO will explore the role of cement clinkers as a critical quality checkpoint in Portland cement manufacturing. Attendees will gain an overview of how clinker microstructure reflects raw material selection, kiln conditions, and cooling rates, and why clinker analysis enables faster feedback and process control than testing finished cement alone.</strong></p><p>The presentation will walk through best practices for metallographic preparation of cement clinkers, including sectioning, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching. Special emphasis will be placed on addressing common preparation challenges such as clinker brittleness, porosity, and moisture sensitivity, ensuring that microstructural features are preserved for accurate evaluation.</p><p>Participants will also see examples of microscopic clinker features—including key phases, morphology, distribution, and porosity—and learn how these observations can be used to troubleshoot kiln operation, optimize processing conditions, and improve overall cement quality.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Steve Reilly (Metallurgist, LECO)</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

LECO: Cement Clinker Preparation and Microscopic Examination

Cement Clinker Preparation and Microscopic Examination

Webinar on cement clinker microstructure analysis, metallographic preparation, and process optimization in Portland cement production.

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div><p><strong>The webinar “TOC Determination in Soil and Waste” provides a comprehensive overview of current analytical possibilities for the determination of TOC400, TIC900, ROC, TIC, and TOC in solid environmental samples. Total Organic Carbon (TOC) analysis plays a key role in the assessment of soils and waste materials, as it is an important indicator of organic matter content, environmental impact, and regulatory compliance. Reliable TOC data are essential for waste classification, landfill acceptance, soil quality evaluation, and environmental monitoring.</strong></p><p>During the webinar, results obtained using different standardized methods will be presented and critically compared. This includes ISO EN 17505, which is based on temperature separation, as well as EN 15936, which applies acid treatment for inorganic carbon removal prior to TOC determination. The strengths, limitations, and typical application areas of these methods will be discussed, with a focus on how methodological choices can influence analytical results and data comparability.</p><p>In addition to the methodological aspects, the webinar will offer a concise overview of suitable LECO instruments for TOC analysis in soil and waste samples. Instrument design, analytical performance, and practical considerations for routine laboratory use will be highlighted to support users in selecting the most appropriate solution for their specific analytical requirements.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Michael Jakob (Elemental Field Product Manager)</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

LECO: TOC Determination in Soil and Waste

TOC Determination in Soil and Waste

TOC analysis in soils and waste covering ISO and EN methods, instrument selection, and data comparability for environmental and regulatory workflows.

<h4><strong>Evolving AFM Automation for Industrial Metrology</strong></h4><p>Automated AFM metrology plays a central role in meeting yield and precision requirements in advanced manufacturing.</p><p><strong>This webinar will explore how Dimension AFM platforms support increasing levels of automation, from scripted measurements to data-driven control. The presenters will outline practical approaches that align automation capabilities with real metrology needs.</strong></p><h4><strong>Join us for this webinar to learn about:</strong></h4><ul><li>Programmed multi-site AFM measurements for efficient data collection</li><li>Recipe-based automation using graphical, zero-programming tools</li><li>Python-enabled interfaces for real-time control and data integration</li></ul><p><strong>As semiconductor manufacturing demands higher yields and nanometer-scale precision, automated AFM metrology has become an industry standard. This webinar explores how the Bruker Dimension AFM platforms drive this transition through a multi-tiered software evolution, moving from basic automation to AI-powered intelligence.</strong></p><h4><strong>We will cover three key levels of automation for metrology applications in semiconductors and other industries</strong>:</h4><ul><li>The fundamental Programmed Move for high-efficiency, multi-site automated measurements.&nbsp;</li><li>Bruker’s widely adopted AutoMET software, which utilizes a graphical, "zero-programming" recipe creator to reduce operational barriers and enhance measurement repeatability.&nbsp;</li><li>A new Python-based real-time control interface. Built on the Microsoft COM standard, this interface enables seamless integration between AFM hardware and modern data science environments, opening new possibilities for AI-driven defect recognition and closed-loop control.</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:&nbsp;</strong>Senli Guo, Ph.D. (NA Applications Manager, Bruker)</p><p>Senli earned his Ph.D. in physical chemistry from Duke University (2009) and spent two years in the Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences (CNMS) at Oak Ridge National Lab as a postdoc before joining Bruker as an applications scientist in 2011. All of Senli’s research is about AFM-based methodology developments to address various nanoscience research, ranging from single-molecule interactions to lithium-ion battery electrode properties.</p><p><strong>Speaker:&nbsp;</strong>John Thornton (Senior Applications Scientist, Bruker)</p><p>John Thornton is a Senior Applications Engineer at Bruker Nano Surfaces with 25+ years of experience in the field of Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM). He learned AFM at North Carolina State University in the 1990s, and then joined Digital Instruments, a pioneering company in early AFM development, and continued with the company through acquisitions by Veeco Instruments, and then Bruker. John has co-authored many scientific publications and developed scanning probe microscopy training courses. Currently, John spends a significant amount of time running AFMs and educating others on techniques. He currently works from his home in Virginia, and from the Bruker AFM applications lab in Billerica, MA.</p><p><strong>Speaker:&nbsp;</strong>Ming Ye, Ph.D. (Applications Scientist, Bruker)</p><p>Dr. Ming brings over 20 years of extensive experience in the field of Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and microanalysis, currently serving as an Application Scientist within the Bruker North America team. After earning a Ph.D. from the Chinese Academy of Sciences in 2010, Dr. Ming conducted advanced postdoctoral research at the Max Planck Institute. The journey into the commercial AFM sector began in 2013 in Berlin, where Dr. Ming joined JPK Instruments AG—the predecessor to Bruker BioAFM. Prior to the current role at Bruker NA, Dr. Ming served as the Principal Scientist for Microanalysis at BASF Asia Pacific, bridging the gap between fundamental research and large-scale industrial solutions.</p></blockquote>

Bruker: Advancing Industrial Metrology Automation with Bruker's Dimension AFMs

Advancing Industrial Metrology Automation with Bruker's Dimension AFMs

Programmed multi-site AFM measurements for efficient data collection

Advancing Industrial Metrology with Bruker AFM

<p><strong>ACP 2.0 software empowers laboratories to implement push‑button, end‑to‑end automated NMR workflows across the entire product lifecycle, from early research through development and manufacturing. It redefines how analytical and testing facilities can leverage NMR technology by enabling harmonized workflows, significantly improving operational efficiency, and reducing costs through standardized, GMP‑ready, operator‑independent analysis, seamlessly connecting sample to final reporting.</strong></p><h4><strong>Webinar Overview</strong></h4><p>ACP 2.0 enables fully automated end‑to‑end qNMR workflows, from acquisition, processing, identification, quantification, reporting, to result submission. With advanced signal modelling and fitting, high‑performance baseline handling, pass/fail evaluation, a custom calculation tool, and customizable reports, ACP 2.0 supports analytical challenges in industrial, biopharma and academia environments. It facilitates methods harmonization and transfer, allowing experts to develop robust workflows and deploy them to non‑expert environments. This webinar highlights core features, workflows, and use cases demonstrating how ACP 2.0 simplifies analysis and improves efficiency in quantitative NMR regardless of the sample’s complexity.</p><h4><strong>What to Expect</strong></h4><p>In this webinar you will learn about the features and benefits of ACP2.0 software and how the new high-performance fitting capabilities enable the automation of any quantitative NMR workflow from simple to highly complex in the chemical &amp; biopharma industry as well as in academic environments focusing on metabolomic research.</p><h4><strong>Key Learning Points</strong></h4><p><strong>Automated End to End Workflow</strong></p><ul><li>Delivers fully automated NMR analysis from sample to report, ensuring consistent, expert level results across any lab.</li></ul><p><strong>Standardized Decision Making</strong></p><ul><li>Embeds robust pass/fail logic into workflows, eliminating subjective interpretation and ensuring harmonized global decision making.</li></ul><p><strong>High Throughput, Compliant Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Accelerates complex workflows with on the fly or batch processing, boosting productivity and reducing time to decision while supporting regulatory compliance.</li></ul><p><strong>Precision Through High Performance Algorithms</strong></p><ul><li>Applies advanced fitting and deconvolution methods to deliver accurate, reliable quantification across even the most complex spectra.</li></ul><h4><strong>Who Should Attend?</strong></h4><ul><li>R&amp;D Professionals</li><li>Analytical Scientists</li><li>Lab Managers</li><li>Principal Investigators</li><li>QC Managers</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:&nbsp;</strong>Dr. Markus Hecht (Solution Portfolio Manager BPA, Bruker BioSpin)</p><p>Markus Hecht holds a doctoral degree in chemistry from the Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzburg. He later joined BASF and Sun Chemical to lead research laboratories in the development of new products and manufacturing processes in the field of organic pigments. At Bruker, Markus is responsible for providing value-adding solutions to customers in the chemical industry and in commercial &amp; governmental testing laboratories.</p><p><strong>Speaker:&nbsp;</strong>Dr. Claire Cannet (Senior Solutions Product Manager for Metabolomics at Bruker BioSpin.)</p><p>Claire holds a Ph.D. in pathobiochemistry from Ruprecht‑Karls‑University Heidelberg and has over 15 years of experience spanning clinical research, translational metabolomics, and NMR metabolomics applications. She collaborates closely with academic and clinical research partners to advance NMR solutions for metabolomics and translational research.</p><p><strong>Speaker:&nbsp;</strong>Dr. Valentin Poirier (Senior Solution Developer Biopharma &amp; Applied Division, Bruker BioSpin)</p><p>Valentin joined Bruker BioSpin in 2024 as a Solution Product Manager in the BioPharma team. In this role, he collaborates with the pharmaceutical industry to advance Nuclear Magnetic Resonance solutions tailored to drug development and manufacturing, with a strong emphasis on quality control and compliance. A trained chemist, he entered the pharmaceutical industry after completing his Ph.D. Over the past decade, he has managed analytical platforms at CROs (Albhades and Evotec), focusing on NMR and Mass Spectrometry as modern tools for analytical sciences and regulated applications (GMP/GLP). As a technical expert, he has contributed to the development of dozens of analytical projects for pharmaceutical applications and quality control, with a customer-centric and problem-solving approach.</p></blockquote>

Bruker: Meet Advanced Chemical Profiling 2.0 - Quantitative NMR Automation Software

Meet Advanced Chemical Profiling 2.0 - Quantitative NMR Automation Software

Delivers fully automated NMR analysis from sample to report, ensuring consistent, expert level results across any lab.

Advanced Chemical Profiling 2.0 - NMR Automation Software

<h4><strong>Advanced approaches to SEM-based nanomechanical characterization</strong></h4><p>This webinar will bring together two expert-led presentations focused on in-situ SEM nanomechanical characterization. The speakers will discuss high strain rate nanoindentation and nanoscale mechanical testing approaches used to probe deformation mechanisms. Examples will highlight how these methods support fundamental and applied materials research.</p><h5><strong>Attendees will learn about:</strong></h5><ul><li>High strain rate nanomechanical testing using the PI 89 SEM PicoIndenter</li><li>In‑situ mechanical characterization of heterogeneous microstructures</li><li>Research on nanoscale testing applied to metallic and composite systems</li></ul><p>This webinar will feature two presentations. The first will discuss experiments and results from high strain rate nanoindentation of tungsten using the PI 89 PicoIndenter across room, elevated, and cryogenic temperatures. The second presentation will focus on deformation mechanisms in additively manufactured composite microstructures, with emphasis on binary model systems, such as Al–Si and Fe–Cu.</p><h4><strong>High Strain Rate Nanoindentation using Hysitron PI 89 SEM PicoIndenter</strong></h4><p>High strain rate nanoindentation presents additional challenges compared to quasistatic testing, including the need for high-speed electronics, rapid feedback control, well-characterized system dynamics, and advanced analysis techniques. It is essential for understanding material behavior under conditions relevant to real-world applications, such as impacts in automotive and aerospace environments. In this work, we present experimental results from high strain rate nanoindentation of tungsten using the PI 89 PicoIndenter across a wide temperature range, including room, elevated, and cryogenic conditions.</p><h4><strong>Nanomechanical Characterization of Nanoscale Composites</strong></h4><p>Nanomechanical characterization using Bruker’s Hysitron instruments to elucidate deformation mechanisms in additive manufactured composite microstructures in binary model systems, such as Al-Si and Fe-Cu, will be presented. Direct-pull in-situ tension and micro-compression in a scanning electron microscope, integrated with postmortem scanning transmission electron microscopy and atomistic modeling are shown to be effective in the measurement of strength, strain hardening, and plastic deformability and fundamental understanding of novel dislocation mechanisms.&nbsp;</p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:&nbsp;</strong>Amit Misra, Ph.D., Materials Science &amp; Engineering, University of Michigan</p><p>Prof. Amit Misra is the Edward DeMille Campbell Collegiate Professor of Materials Science &amp; Engineering (MSE) at the University of Michigan (UM), Ann Arbor. He served as MSE Department Chair at UM from 2014-2022. Prior to joining UM in 2014, he worked for nearly 18 years at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). He received is PhD (MSE) degree from University of Michigan in 1994 and Bachler's (Metallurgical Engineering from IT-BHU (now IIT-Varanasi), India. His research expertise includes metallic materials processing by physical vapor deposition, laser additive manufacturing and deformation processing, small-scale mechanical testing and characterization using scanning and transmission electron microscopy including in situ nanomechanics. He is a Fellow of TMS, MRS, ASM-International, AAAS and LANL, and was recognized with TMS Cyril Stanley Smith Award, TMS Brimacombe Medalist, TMS-MPMD Distinguished Scientist/Engineer Award; and TMS-MPMD Distinguished Service Award.</p><p><strong>Speaker: </strong>Kevin Schmalbach, Ph.D., Staff Scientist, Nanoindentation Unit, Bruker</p><p>Kevin earned his PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Minnesota in 2022, where his thesis focused on the effects of temperature and strain rate in tungsten. He joined Bruker as a postdoctoral scientist in the Applications Group before transitioning to the Research and Development team as an instrumentation scientist. In this role, he played a key role in developing the PI 89 Auto capabilities as well as supporting hardware innovation and technique development for nanoindentation. He has recently advanced to a staff scientist position within the Applications Group.</p></blockquote>

Bruker: Advanced In‑Situ SEM Nanomechanical Characterization with the PI 89 SEM PicoIndenter

Advanced In‑Situ SEM Nanomechanical Characterization with the PI 89 SEM PicoIndenter

Webinar on SEM nanomechanics: high strain rate nanoindentation, in-situ testing, and nanoscale deformation analysis in metals and composites.

Nanomechanical Characterization with PI 89 SEM PicoIndenter

<p><strong>Rare earth elements (REEs) are essential for powering current technology, including electric vehicles, wind turbines, electronics, and defense systems. As demand grows, traditional lab-only procedures can no longer match the speed and precision required for REE exploration and processing.</strong></p><p>This webinar will look at how handheld XRF is changing the way geologists and operators handle REE discovery and process control. Discover how the Evident Vanta™ Max handheld XRF analyzer, equipped with a 55 kV tungsten tube, provides high sensitivity for important elements such as La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, and Gd, enabling rapid in-field decision-making.</p><p>The speakers will discuss how increased tube voltage and enhanced signal-to-noise performance enable teams to spot small geochemical abnormalities earlier, screen soils, rocks, and drill core in real time, and accelerate high-potential prospects ahead of the competition.</p><p>The attendees will also learn how integrating quick, on-site REE analysis with reliable calibrations and multi-element geochemistry may improve grade control, lower laboratory costs, and support improved environmental and regulatory outcomes throughout the REE value chain.</p><p>Join the webinar to see how handheld XRF provides a significant advantage in today's fast-paced REE landscape. Here is what you will learn:</p><ul><li>The importance of portable XRF in REE exploration processes</li><li>Enhanced sensitivity leads to better detection of important REEs</li><li>Decision-making strategies using real-time geochemical data</li><li>Suggestions for improving grade control and lowering laboratory expenditures</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker: </strong>Edgardo Jiménez, Director of International Mining</p></blockquote>

AZOM: Faster REE Exploration Decisions with XRF Technology Explained

Faster REE Exploration Decisions with XRF Technology Explained

Join the webinar to see how handheld XRF provides a significant advantage in today's fast-paced REE landscape. 

REE Exploration with XRF Technology

<p><strong>Join our technical showcase for a demonstration of the Thermo Scientific™ iCAP™ PRO Series ICP-OES engineered for industry-leading robustness, efficiency, and maximum productivity.</strong></p><p>As sample demands increase, laboratories need instrumentation with robust performance and high sensitivity that is easy to use and low maintenance. In this session, our experts highlight how the iCAP PRO ICP-OES meets these needs through streamlined hardware and intelligent software.</p><h4><strong>Key highlights include:</strong></h4><ul><li><strong>Maximum uptime: </strong>Robust design, fast analysis, and simplified maintenance for high-throughput labs.</li><li><strong>Accelerated workflows:</strong> AI-driven SemiQuant feature enabling rapid sample insight without calibration.</li><li><strong>Superior performance: </strong>Compact optical system and unique CID detector for high sensitivity and low detection limits.</li><li><strong>Ease of use: </strong>Simplified sample introduction system and intuitive software with &nbsp; comprehensive QC, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance features.<br>Future-ready investment: Designed for long-term efficiency and scalability.</li></ul><p>This session features a technical deep dive with both hardware and software demonstrations, an overview of the upgrade program, and concludes with a live Q&amp;A where application experts will address your specific challenges.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Marshall Allin (Technical Sales Specialist, Trace Elemental Analysis, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>Marshall Allin has over 14 years of experience in elemental analysis, specializing in ICP-MS and ICP-OES instruments. His extensive background includes roles as an Analytical Chemist, Field Service Engineer, and Application Scientist. Currently, he serves as the Technical Sales Specialist for the Trace Elemental product line at Thermo Fisher Scientific, giving him a comprehensive understanding of the technology from every angle.</p><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Jeff Bown (Sr. Application Scientist, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>Jeff Bown is a Senior Lab Scientist at Thermo Fisher Scientific with over 20 years of experience in elemental analysis. His expertise spans a wide range of applications, including environmental, clinical, and aerospace analysis. Throughout his career, Jeff has worked extensively with ICP-OES and ICP-MS instruments, developing a deep understanding of their capabilities and applications. His broad experience allows him to provide valuable insights and solutions across various industries.</p><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> John Schmelzel (Senior Applications Scientist, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>John Schmelzel is a Senior Lab Application Specialist for the Trace Elemental Analysis product line at Thermo Fisher Scientific with over 35 years of experience. He earned his degree in Chemistry from the University of Colorado, Boulder. For more than three decades, John has provided extensive support for AA, ICP-OES, and ICP-MS technologies. He is currently focused on leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance spectral interpretation.</p><p><strong>Moderator:</strong> Sabrina Antonio (Regional Marketing Manager, Trace Elemental Analysis, Thermo Fisher Scientifc)</p><p>Sabrina Antonio holds a BS in Chemical Engineering and leads the regional marketing strategy, leveraging over 25 years of diverse experience in chemical engineering and analytical instrumentation. Her professional background includes roles as an industrial chemist, US EPA Contract Laboratory Program Lead Auditor, Senior Chemical Engineer and Construction Project Manager at major power utilities, and Product Specialist for atomic spectroscopy instrumentation.</p></blockquote>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Time to Go PRO: Discover the future of ICP-OES analysis

Time to Go PRO: Discover the future of ICP-OES analysis

Join this webinar of the Thermo Scientific iCAP PRO ICP-OES featuring AI-driven SemiQuant analysis, robust performance, and advanced automation workflows.