<h4>Do you use results of chemical analyses as a basis for your decisions and judgements?</h4>Those of us working in accredited laboratories or dealing with issues concerning the quality of measurements, would like to inform you about some important changes concerning the way the results of measurements are presented. These changes make it easier for you as an end-user to make correct decisions.<h4>Nobody is perfect!</h4>Results of analyses cannot be perfect! We hope this does not come as a big surprise to you. We use the term measurement uncertainty to describe this lack of perfection.<h4>The analytical process</h4>In each step of the analytical work, from sampling to the final measurement, deviations from the true value occur and measurement conditions vary. We take measures and perform controls regularly to assure that these deviations and variations together are small enough to make sure the end result fulfils your requirements. When we don’t have full information about all of the steps, e.g. when sampling and initial sample preparation are performed by you as a customer, you can assist us by providing detailed information about how that work was performed. Our experts are ready to advise on all matters regarding sampling. Please contact the laboratory beforehand.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_2_d885f6b051.jpg" alt="Eurachem: The analytical process" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_2_d885f6b051.jpg 139w," sizes="100vw" width="562" height="630"><h4>Results should be fit-for-the-purpose</h4>The accuracy of the results must of course not be too low nor too high since this would increase the costs. It should be fit for the intended purpose. If you are unsure on what level of accuracy you need, do not hesitate to contact the laboratory.<h4>Uncertainty and limiting values</h4>Many analyses are made to assure that limiting values are not exceeded. Without information about the measurement uncertainty it may appear to be very easy to make decisions, but these decision may be incorrect, with, e.g. economical consequences when rejecting instead of accepting a product, judicial consequences when returning a verdict of guilty instead of not guilty, or medical consequences when carrying out an unnecessary treatment. There are numerous examples!<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_3_f0ef8edc77.jpg" alt="Eurachem: Uncertainty and limiting values" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_3_f0ef8edc77.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="932" height="453">With a realistic measurement uncertainty the information included in the result becomes much more useful.<h4>It will be easier to compare results</h4>Most laboratories have until now chosen not to state measurement uncertainty in the test report. Instead, such information has only been given when the customer has asked for itIn the future, information about the measurement uncertainty will appear more frequently in the test report. It is also possible that you will bump into new and unfamiliar quality terms. This is due to the fact that there are new international guides and standards describing a common and partly new terminology. One of the objectives is to make it easier for you as a customer to compare test results.<h4>What could it look like?</h4>When reporting the test result we will give the normal information about what we have measured. When the results are followed by uncertainty statements, they are presented as intervals within which the true values are expected to lie with a certain level of confidence (usually 95%). In the example below the lead content is 1.65 ± 0.15 mmol·kg-1, that is between 1.50 and 1.80. The measurement uncertainty is also often reported relatively, in %.<ul><li>Total lead content (Pb): 1.65 mmol·kg-1&nbsp;</li><li>Measurement uncertainty: 0.15 mmol·kg-1 (9.1%)&nbsp;</li></ul>The stated uncertainty is an expanded measurement uncertainty (U). It was obtained by multiplying the combined standard uncertainty uc with a coverage factor k equal to 2. This corresponds approximately to a 95 % confidence interval.<h4>All’s well that ends well...</h4>The requirements for a consistent way of reporting test results are increasing. Therefore, those of us involved in measurements are eager to assure ourselves that we understand your needs. You will notice this in your contacts with us before, during and after the test assignment. We hope that you will be satisfied with the final result.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_4_f870b1a7b8.jpg" alt="Eurachem: All’s well that ends well..." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Eurachem_Important_information_to_our_customers_concerning_the_quality_of_measurements_4_f870b1a7b8.jpg 159w," sizes="100vw" width="713" height="701">

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<h4>A comprehensive analysis of renewable fuel testing technologies, automation, and ISO-compliant proximate analysis</h4>The growing demand for renewable energy has increased the importance of accurate biofuel characterization. Biomass feedstocks and finished fuels must be carefully analyzed to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with international standards. LECO analytical instrumentation supports this work through automated and highly reliable analytical technologies.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/TGA_801_Termogravimetricka_analyza_vlhkosti_popela_tekavych_latek_a_ztraty_zihanim_b73c4cf493.jpg" alt="LECO: Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: LECO’s TGA801, used for automated biofuel analysis." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_TGA_801_Termogravimetricka_analyza_vlhkosti_popela_tekavych_latek_a_ztraty_zihanim_b73c4cf493.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="1164" height="435"><h3>Automated Proximate Analysis with LECO’s TGA801</h3>The<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/1877"> LECO TGA801 thermogravimetric analyzer </a>is designed for automated determination of moisture, volatile matter, and ash content in solid fuels. The system can analyze up to 19 samples simultaneously and combine all three parameters into one automated run, improving efficiency and reproducibility.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_31e96f1c96.jpg" alt="LECO Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: TGA801 system with ceramic turntable and crucibles for ISO 18123 volatile matter determination." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_31e96f1c96.jpg 235w," sizes="100vw" width="860" height="573"><h3>Comparison with ISO Reference Methods</h3>To validate the performance of the automated TGA801 system, comparative studies were conducted using internationally recognized ISO reference methods. Moisture determination was compared with ISO 18134, ash content with ISO 18122, and volatile matter with ISO 18123. These standards prescribe specific temperatures and analytical procedures, but also permit automated systems if equivalent performance can be demonstrated.The comparison included a broad range of materials such as wood pellets, peat, coal, plastics, and waste-derived fuels. Moisture and ash results generated by the TGA801 showed extremely close agreement with the manual ISO procedures. This strong correlation confirms that automated thermogravimetric analysis can provide the same reliability as conventional methods while greatly increasing throughput and reducing labor requirements.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_3887128788.jpg" alt="LECO: Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: ISO method crucibles for manual volatile determination." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_3887128788.jpg 172w," sizes="100vw" width="1264" height="1145"><h3>Volatile Matter Correlation Results</h3>For volatile matter analysis, both ISO and TGA procedures measure mass loss during a fixed period at 900 °C. The TGA method introduces an additional heating ramp from the moisture determination step at approximately 105 °C to the higher volatile matter temperature. Despite this procedural difference, the resulting data demonstrated excellent agreement.Testing performed on wood pellets showed a strong linear relationship between the ISO and TGA methods with an R² value of approximately 0.94. The maximum deviation observed was only 1.06%, while the average difference between methods was approximately 0.1%. These results confirm the ability of the TGA801 to produce highly accurate volatile matter measurements across a variety of biomass and fuel matrices.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_40f7189cef.jpg" alt="LECO Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: Correlation and comparative data between ISO methods and LECO TGA analysis." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_2_40f7189cef.jpg 172w," sizes="100vw" width="1065" height="967"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_1_7519e8e646.jpg" alt="LECO Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation: Correlation and comparative data between ISO methods and LECO TGA analysis." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_Advancing_Biofuel_Characterization_with_LECO_Analytical_Instrumentation_1_7519e8e646.jpg 228w," sizes="100vw" width="1641" height="1120"><h3>Advantages of Automated Biofuel Analysis</h3><ul><li>High sample throughput with simultaneous multi-sample analysis.</li><li>Fully automated workflows reducing operator involvement.</li><li>Integrated determination of moisture, ash, and volatile matter in one run.</li><li>Excellent reproducibility and data consistency.</li><li>Strong agreement with ISO reference methods without additional calibration.</li><li>Improved data security and laboratory efficiency.</li><li>Suitable for research laboratories, industrial quality control, and fuel certification.</li></ul><h3>Automate Your Lab Today</h3>LECO analytical instrumentation provides a comprehensive solution for modern biofuel characterization. From calorific value determination and elemental composition analysis to ash fusibility and automated proximate analysis, these technologies support both scientific research and industrial production with fast, reliable, and reproducible results. The TGA801 demonstrates how automation can significantly improve laboratory efficiency while maintaining full compliance with ISO reference methods. By integrating moisture, ash, and volatile matter analysis into a single automated workflow, the system reduces labor requirements, increases throughput, and enhances data quality. As renewable energy continues to expand globally, advanced analytical systems will remain essential for ensuring fuel quality, supporting regulatory compliance, and driving innovation in sustainable energy technologies. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/1877">Explore the features of the LECO TGA801 today.</a>

Advancing Biofuel Characterization with LECO Analytical Instrumentation

Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 6th July 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 brochure by Agilent Technologies, application note by Shimadzu and other document by Thermo Fisher Scientific!<h3>1. Agilent Technologies: The Easiest Smart Decision You Can Make - The Agilent 9500 ICP-MS</h3><ul><li>Brochure</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/br_9500_icp_ms_5994_9160en_agilent_240554d484.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>The brochure presents the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=9500">Agilent 9500 ICP-MS</a> as an ICP-QQQ system designed to bring triple quadrupole performance into routine laboratories without adding unnecessary complexity. It addresses common ICP-MS challenges such as spectral interferences, complex matrices, method development, re-runs, and the limitations of single quadrupole ICP-MS. The 9500 is positioned as a system that delivers reliable, interference-free trace element data while simplifying operation, method setup, and troubleshooting.A central feature of the system is Agilent’s proprietary Dual-Cell System (DCS), which combines Advanced Helium Mode (AHM) and Air mode. AHM replaces multiple traditional tune modes with one streamlined mode, helping reduce acquisition time by more than 33% while improving sensitivity, especially for low-mass elements. Air mode uses ambient air for oxygen mass-shift reactions, enabling effective removal of difficult on-mass interferences without the need for additional oxygen cylinders or related safety infrastructure.The brochure also highlights the system’s practical design improvements. These include Easy-fit sample introduction, automatic gas connections and torch alignment, improved access to the spray chamber, torch, cones, and peristaltic pump, reduced power consumption, lower exhaust flow, enhanced corrosion resistance, and a smaller footprint compared with previous ICP-QQQ systems. The 9500 also supports demanding applications such as high-salinity seawater analysis, rare earth element interference removal, and sub-ppt impurity analysis in high-purity titanium.Software and automation are presented as key parts of the workflow. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=OpenLab+ICP-MS">OpenLab ICP-MS </a>provides method development tools such as Method Advisor, preset methods, batch conversion from existing single quadrupole ICP-MS methods, guided diagnostics, reporting, and IntelliQuant screening. The 9500 can also be integrated with Agilent autosamplers, the AVS MS switching valve, and ADS 2 autodilutor to automate calibration, dilution, analysis, and reporting. Overall, the brochure positions the Agilent 9500 ICP-MS as a more accessible, productive, and future-ready ICP-QQQ platform for laboratories needing reliable results across complex sample types.<h3>2. Shimadzu: Continuous Automatic Measurement of Static Spring Constant and Dynamic Properties before and after Durability Tests on Rubber Vibration Isolators by Combination Test Software</h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_01_01061_en_7301fb4069.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>A rubber vibration isolator is a product designed to prevent or mitigate the transmission of vibration and shock. It is widely used in various fields such as transportation equipment, construction, and industrial machinery.&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=JIS+K+6385">JIS K 6385</a> “Rubber vibration isolators - Test methods” defines several test methods and terms for evaluating the performance of rubber vibration isolators. In order to estimate the fatigue life of rubber vibration isolators, a durability test method is specified in which the rubber vibration isolator is subjected to repeated loads to evaluate the presence of failure, cracks, or changesin properties. It is extremely important to evaluate the durability of rubber vibration isolators because deterioration in their performance can cause noise and instability.&nbsp;Shimadzu’s fatigue and endurance testing machine Servopulser’s Windows Software for 4830 has a function called a combination test, which automatically combines several tests and continuously executesthem. This article introduces an example of continuous automatic measurement of static spring properties and dynamic properties of rubber vibration isolators before and after durability tests, by using a combination test.<h4>Testing Equipment&nbsp;</h4>The EMT-1kNV-50 electromagnetic fatigue and endurance testing machine was used in these tests. Fig. 2 shows a photograph of the testing machine. The electromagnetic actuator with extremely high frequency response enables highly accurate dynamic testing. In these tests, the maximum test frequency was 100 Hz. The EMT series is most suitable for testing at such high frequencies.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>A fatigue and endurance testing machine was used to compare the static spring properties and dynamic properties of rubber vibration isolators before and after durability testing based on JIS K 6385. Combination testing software enables continuous and automatic execution of each test, thus reducing work time. The highly responsive EMT series also enables high-frequency testing with amplitudes of 0.05 mm and 100 Hz.<h3>3. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Enhancing Monoclonal Antibody Yield and Quality Through Automated Multi-Component Feedback Control Loops Using the MarqMetrix All-In-One Process Raman Analyzer</h3><ul><li>Other document</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/monitoring_polymer_extrusion_wp1275_en_19f05a5436.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Understanding the structural changes of polymers during the extrusion process is essential for optimizing the manufacturing of extruded products. Extrusion can alter a polymer’s structure and properties in ways that can enhance its performance and functionality. Changes such as the transition from crystalline to amorphous phases or shifts in vibrational modes can be leveraged to tailor the end-polymer’s mechanical, thermal, and optical properties to meet specific application needs.&nbsp;Polymer extrusion is a high-volume manufacturing process where raw plastic materials, such as low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and polylactic acid (PLA), are melted and pushed through a shaped die to create specific and continuous profiles. In twin-screw extruders, this is accomplished using two intermeshing screws and a heating system to increase temperature, shear forces and pressure, in order to efficiently melt and homogenize the polymers. This process allows for the production of a wide range of plastic products with consistent shapes and properties.&nbsp;In addition to polymeric applications, twin-screw extruders are commonly used in pharmaceutical applications for mixing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with excipients. In battery manufacturing, extruders are used to thoroughly mix anode and cathode materials needed for homogeneous end products. The Thermo Scientific™ Process™ 11 Parallel Twin-Screw Extruder is an ideal tool for processing and compounding various materials in this manner.Vibrational spectroscopic techniques such as Raman spectroscopy are often utilized for off-line evaluation of extrusion products. However, if such techniques can be integrated in line with the extruders, it can facilitate real-time measurements of many qualitative and quantitative aspects of the process.&nbsp;Raman spectroscopy is a technique used to observe vibrational, rotational, and other low-frequency modes in a material. Raman spectroscopy works by shining a monochromatic light source, typically a laser, onto a sample. The light interacts with the molecular vibrations within the sample, causing the light to scatter. Most of the scattered light has the same wavelength as the incident light (Rayleigh scattering), however, a small portion of the scattered light has different wavelengths due to interactions with molecular vibrations. This change in wavelength provides a unique spectral fingerprint of the material, which can be used to identify and characterize the sample’s molecular composition and structure. This data can be translated into quantitative or qualitative information with the use of chemometric modeling techniques such as partial least squares (PLS) regression or principal component analysis (PCA).The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/2233">Thermo Scientific™ MarqMetrix™ All-In-One Process Raman Analyzer</a> allows users to implement Raman spectroscopy directly in line with an extrusion process by using strong and chemically resistant optical probes. MarqMetrix probes can be integrated in line with extruder barrels allowing the continual monitoring of the extrusion process to make quantitative and qualitative decisions in real time.This white paper highlights the integration of the MarqMetrix All-In-One Process Raman Analyzer with the Process 11 Parallel Twin-Screw Extruder to observe polymer processing in real time, directly within the barrel of the extruder. Raman spectroscopy was first used to characterize the differences between the virgin material prior to extrusion, and the same material during extrusion. It was then utilized to indicate when materials had been mixed and then to track the transition from one polymer to another within the extruder system using qualitative chemometric models.&nbsp;The materials used in this study were LDPE and PLA. These materials were chosen due to their popularity in end-products across multiple industries as well as their well-characterized Raman spectra.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>The integration of the MarqMetrix All-In-One Process Raman Analyzer with the Process 11 Parallel Twin-Screw Extruder has demonstrated significant benefits for real-time, inline process monitoring in polymer extrusion. This study highlighted the capability of Raman spectroscopy to effectively differentiate between solid and molten states of polymers and provided clear identification of transitions from one polymer to another using PCA models. Such information can be utilized to ensure no cross-contamination during polymer change overs and to ensure the quality of the extruded polymers. This proofof-concept study can be further applied to quantify the composition of the composite polymer materials using PLS models. Additionally, the MarqMetrix All-In-One analyzer can also be integrated mid-barrel to understand the reactive extrusion in real time.&nbsp;Overall, the implementation of Raman spectroscopy into polymer extrusion processes offers a multitude of benefits, ranging from real-time monitoring and quality control to process optimization and cost savings. These advantages make Raman spectroscopy an invaluable tool for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of polymer extrusion operations

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Eurachem is a European network promoting international traceability of chemical measurements and good analytical practice. It provides expert guidance, supports method validation, uncertainty evaluation, proficiency testing, and facilitates discussion on technical and policy issues in analytical quality.

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In 1936, the Laboratory Equipment Company introduced the first rapid carbon determinator for the American iron and steel industry.  Today, almost 80 years later, LECO is recognized globally as a leader in the development of high-quality analytical instrumentation, mass spectrometers, comprehensive two-dimensional chromatography, metallography & optical equipment as well as consumables.

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Wires tangle behind lab benches and instruments, WIFI signals travel through the air. Transferring data all day every day. Your lab is a digital lab!
Perhaps due to its diversity and volume, or because scientists find it difficult to map to business objectives, analytical data is rarely a priority in digitalization projects.
In this webinar series we will help you make analytical data part of your digital transformation journey. Forget the buzz words and focus on what you need and how to accomplish it. In this second webinar in the series, we will help you breakdown the task of evaluating your processes and technologies. With an understanding of your practical requirements, you will be able to:
<h5>Evaluate your systems and processes</h5>
Identify infrastructure gaps related to analytical data workflows. Plan for necessary system integrations. Understand data processing needs and requirements regarding normalisation and abstraction.
<h5>Decide where automation should play a role</h5>
<h5>Understand what data accessibility points you need</h5>
<h5>Define your requirements</h5>
<h5>Anticipate support and maintenance needs</h5>
Join us so you can create transparent, robust data workflows from source to destination, and everything in between.
<h3>Who should attend?</h3>
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<li>Scientists - you manage analytical instruments/are interested in how analytical instrument are set up and maintained/analytical data is critical to your work</li>
<li>IT Whisperers - you liaise between scientific groups and IT teams when choosing software or defining requirements</li>
<li>Data Scientists - you&#39;re interested in how analytical data can benefit from &#39;Big Data&#39;, &#39;the cloud&#39;, and &#39;machine learning&#39;</li>
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Presenter: Richard Lee (Director, Core Technology, ACD/Labs)
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Host: Sanji Bhal (Director, Marketing &amp; Communications, ACD/Labs)
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ACD/Labs: Digitalization & Analytical Data

A Practical Guide to Digitalizing Analytical Data Management

In this second webinar in the series, we will help you breakdown the task of evaluating your processes and technologies.

Agilent and GERSTEL are happy to host this 4-day live virtual seminar discussing how you can assure safety, authenticity, and quality of alcoholic beverages. The focus will be on sharing the latest in technology developments and capabilities, new applications, and customer stories. Topics include spirits, wine, beer, and cider. There is something for everyone in this seminar series and we are glad to see you here.
<h3>Presentation 1: Characterizing free and bound monoterpene alcohols in wine fermentations</h3>
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<li>Presenter: Prof. Susan Ebeler (Professor, Department of Viticulture and Enology, University of California, Davis)</li>
<li>Presenter: Dr. Larry Lerno (Director, Food Safety and Measurement Facility, University of California, Davis)</li>
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Monoterpenes and their glycosidically boud pre-cursors contribute important aroma characteristics to many grape and wine varieties. This presentation will describe multi-dimensional approaches to characterize free and glycosidically-bound monoterpenes in grapes and wines. Glycosidically-bound terpenes are isolated from grapes and the aglycones identified by hydrolysis followed by SPME-GC/MS. The intact glycosides are tentatively identified by ultrahigh performance liquid chromatography quadrupole time of flight mass spectrometry (UHPLC-QTOF/MS). This work enhances understanding of the ways that monoterpenyl glycosides contribute to grape and wine volatile aroma composition.
<h5>Key Learning Objectives/What attendees will learn:</h5>
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<li>Role of free and glycosidically bound monoterpenes on grape and wine aroma and flavor.</li>
<li>Analytical approaches using SPME-GC/MS and UHPLC-QTOF/MS to identify and monitor glycosidically-bound monoterpenes in grapes and wines.</li>
<li>Information about impacts of fermentation conditions on glycosidically-bound monoterpenes in wine</li>
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<h5>Who Should Attend:</h5>
Analytical chemists, food and wine chemists, anyone with interest in food and wine flavor and aroma
<h3>Presentation 2: Solventless Extraction Techniques for the Analysis of Wine</h3>
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<li>Presenter: Dr. John Stuff (Manager, Analytical Services Group, GERSTEL)</li>
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This talk will focus on solventless extraction techniques for the analysis of wines. Examples of each technique will be presented. The advantages and disadvantages of each technique will be discussed.
<h5>Key Learning Objectives/What attendees will learn:</h5>
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<li>Different solventless extraction techniques for the analysis of beverages</li>
<li>Advantages and disadvantages of each technique</li>
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<h5>Who Should Attend:</h5>
Anyone involved in the analysis of beverages, food, flavor or fragrances
<h3>Presentation 3: Effect of Winemaking on Element Profiles and Arsenic Species</h3>
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<li>Presenter: Dr. Jenny Nelson (Applications Scientist, Agilent Technologies)</li>
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Metals and minerals play important roles in the production of wine and can impact the overall quality of the finished product. Although a wine’s element content is known to be influenced by environmental conditions originating in the vineyard, it is not entirely understood how winemaking processes impact the final metal concentrations. After a long 2 year study, we are ready to share findings on metals and minerals role in the production of wine and the impact on overall quality. The elemental content of wine is known to be influenced by environmental conditions originating at the vineyard, however, it is not known how winemaking processes impact the final metal concentrations.
<h5>Key Learning Objectives/What attendees will learn:</h5>
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<li>How metals and minerals play an important role in the production of wine.</li>
<li>How to use elemental fingerprinting for the geographic determination of wine.</li>
<li>How ICP-MS is used in the wine industry.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Who Should Attend:</h5>
Anyone interested in elemental analysis of wine
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Presenter: Prof. Susan Ebeler (Professor, Department of Viticulture and Enology, University of California, Davis)
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Dr. Ebeler is a professor in the Department of Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis. She seeks to answer questions about food and beverage flavor, quality and health effects, using analytical tools including gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, and high-performance liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry, to study the effects of agricultural practices, fermentation, processing, and storage on composition of grapes, wines, and other foods and beverages.
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Presenter: Larry Lerno, PhD (Director, Food Safety and Measurement Facility, University of California, Davis)
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Dr. Lerno is a specialist in the Department of Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis where he serves as the Director of Research of the UC Davis Food Safety and Measurement Facility. Dr. Lerno uses gas and liquid chromatography coupled to mass spectrometric detectors to explore the aroma, flavor, and taste compounds in foods and beverages and how agricultural, processing, and environmental factors may effect these compounds.
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Presenter: John Stuff, PhD (Manager, Analytical Services Group, GERSTEL)
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Dr. Stuff’s is currently Manager of the Analytical Services Group with GERSTEL, Inc in Baltimore, MD. He is responsible for methods development for sample preparation and introduction for gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. He develops and teaches customer training classes, gives seminars and posters at national and international meetings, conducts new product testing, and supports pre- and post-sales opportunities. He provides expert analytical support to a wide customer base including, food, flavor, fragrance, forensic, environmental, and chemical industries.
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Presenter: Jenny Nelson, PhD (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Jenny Nelson received her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Cincinnati in 2007, and her MBA from Saint Mary’s College of California in 2011. Currently, Jenny is an Application Chemist for the Life Science and Chemical Analysis team at Agilent Technologies, joining in 2012 (with a step away in 2019). Jenny is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Viticulture and Enology at University of California, Davis since 2013. Jenny has been very active with AOAC and ASTM over the past 8 years, serving on expert review panels, chairing committees, and volunteering to develop new methods needed by the industry.
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Agilent Technologies: Alcoholic Beverages Virtual Seminar

Alcoholic Beverages Virtual Seminar - Wine

Characterizing free and bound monoterpene alcohols in wine fermentations & Solventless Extraction Techniques & Element Profiles and Arsenic Species.

This chat with an expert session will discuss Precursor and Product Ion Scan. This useful tool is great for users to become method development experts.
For example, we will explain how by using reaction gases in the reaction cell, for product ion scan, the second quadrupole scans the entire range to find the strongest product ions signals. This usesful tool greatly streamlines the workflow and simplifies method development.
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Presenter: Chelsea Tajc (Field Application Engineer, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Chelsea was born and raised in Arizona and attended Northern Arizona University where she earned a B.S. in Biochemistry. After graduating, Chelsea wanted a change of scenery and moved to Portland, Oregon where she started working for a small environmental lab. In the lab, she had the responsibility of running the Inorganic Department which included a 7500 ICP-MS. This is how Chelsea learned about Agilent. In 2013, Chelsea joined Agilent as a Field Service Engineer and soon after became the ICP-MS Field Service Specialist for the Northwest District. Chelsea discovered a passion for teaching customers and resolving application-related service calls. During her time as an FSE, she was able to expand her skillset into applications and started delivering onsite consulting for customers. Last year Chelsea decided to pursue becoming a full-time AE and completed the transition in February. When she’s not on the road teaching customers, Chelsea can be found in the outdoors hiking, backpacking, or camping with her husband and dog.
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Presenter: Jenny Nelson, PhD (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies)
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Jenny Nelson received her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Cincinnati in 2007, and her MBA from Saint Mary’s College of California in 2011. Currently, Jenny is an Application Scientist for the Life Science and Chemical Analysis team at Agilent Technologies, joining in 2012 (with a step away in 2019). Jenny is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Viticulture and Enology at the University of California, Davis, since 2013. Jenny has been very active with AOAC and ASTM over the past eight years, serving on expert review panels, chairing committees, and volunteering to develop new methods needed by the industry. Jenny has extensive experience in operating and method development for Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectroscopy (ICP-MS), Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES), Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission Spectroscopy (MP-AES). Jenny has broad knowledge and experience in different speciation analysis for many sample matrices using GC-ICPMS and LC-ICPMS. As well as vast experience with sp-ICP-MS for many applications.
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Agilent Technologies: Using the precursor and product ion scan to enhance your interference removal

Using the precursor and product ion scan to enhance your interference removal

This chat with an expert session will discuss Precursor and Product Ion Scan.

Precursor and product ion scan for interference removal

Transmission analysis of liquid samples has been an indispensable part of FTIR spectroscopy. However, the traditional transmission methods are time-consuming and expensive. Agilent’s DialPath technology is a unique and innovative methodology for measuring liquids as easy and simple as an ATR method.
The Agilent’s mobile FTIR systems equipped with DialPath have been widely used in industry and Academia as it offers many advantages, such as the variable pathlength capability, over the classic transmission cells in both quantitative and qualitative analyses.
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Presenter: Yanqia Wang, PhD (Application Engineer, Molecular Spectroscopy, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Dr. Yanqia Wang started working for Agilent Technologies Inc. as a FTIR application Engineer in 2013, providing pre-&amp;post-sale application support. The products he covers from Bench-top FTIR microscopes to various Mobile FTIR spectrometers. Dr. Wang received his PhD of analytical chemistry from Duke University in 2004, doing dynamic IR spectroscopy research. Then he joined Fitzpatrick Center for Photonics at Duke University, doing Tissue Raman spectrometer instrumentation. Since 2007, Dr. Wang worked for Avery Dennison Corp. as a spectroscopist, providing molecular analytical support to the research &amp; development.
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Agilent Technologies: DialPath—Easiest Way for Liquid Quantitation by FTIR Spectroscopy

DialPath—Easiest Way for Liquid Quantitation by FTIR Spectroscopy

Agilent’s DialPath technology is a unique and innovative methodology for measuring liquids as easy and simple as an ATR method.

DialPath for Liquid Quantitation by FTIR Spectroscopy

A Humidifier is a water filled chamber through which your argon is bubbled adding moisture and reducing salt build up in your injector. Various high TDS applications will be discussed.
A combination of humidification, injector sizes and sample introduction systems will be discussed.
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Presenter: Paul Krampitz (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Graduate of Bowling Green State University with a Chemistry Bachelor of Science degree. Twenty – five years of Spectroscopy experience mainly Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) Spectroscopy as well as ICP-MS and AAS. Experience also includes X-Ray Fluorescence (ED, WD), Laser Ablation, Inorganic Speciation and Microwave Plasma Spectroscopy. Market Segment expertise includes environmental, petrochemical, metallurgical applications.
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Agilent Technologies: Does Your ICP Need a Moisturizer? When and How to Use a Humidifier for ICP-OES Analysis – Typically High TDS Applications

Does Your ICP Need a Moisturizer? When and How to Use a Humidifier for ICP-OES Analysis – Typically High TDS Applications

A combination of humidification, injector sizes and sample introduction systems will be discussed.

When and How to Use a Humidifier for ICP-OES Analysis – TDS

For any laboratory to generate high-quality results, fast analysis times and error-free workflows are critical. Agilent’s Fast Sequential mode of operation allows a Flame AA instrument to achieve the productivity and speed of sequential ICP-OES whilst also reducing running costs. The SIPS accessory can prepare calibration standards from a single multi-element bulk standard, as well as automating sample dilutions and the addition of modifiers.
During this webinar, we will show how this unique Agilent features can help you increase your sample throughput and improve the analysis efficiency. 
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Presenter: Ana García-González (Atomic Spectroscopy Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies)
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Ana Garcia is the Atomic Spectroscopy Application Scientist at Agilent Technologies. Ana has a broad background in atomic spectroscopy technologies, including international experience developing and validating analytical spectroscopy methods for the geochemical industry. She has also published in the fields of molecular spectroscopy and chemometrics. Ana holds a MSc in plant Biotechnology at CINVESTAV, México, and a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology Engineering.
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Presenter: Greg Gilleland (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Greg began his spectroscopy career in 1987 in Colorado, working at a series of environmental labs. After 14 years working in the world of commercial environmental labs, he moved on to a spectroscopy instrument manufacturer where he performed service and sales functions over the course of 11 years. He has been with Agilent Technologies, Inc., since 2012 in the role of Application Scientist for ICP-OES, MP-AES and AA products.
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Agilent Technologies: Turbocharge your Flame AA Analysis with SIPS and FAST Sequential

Turbocharge your Flame AA Analysis with SIPS and FAST Sequential

We will show how this unique Agilent features can help you increase your sample throughput and improve the analysis efficiency.

Flame AA Analysis with SIPS and FAST Sequential

Join us for a Discussion and Demonstration of IEC collection and Optimization on the Agilent 5800/5900 ICPOES. This will be a comprehensive look at setting up your IEC worksheet and maintaining your IECs between collections.
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Presenter: Greg Gilleland (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Greg began his spectroscopy career in 1987 in Colorado, working at a series of environmental labs. After 14 years working in the world of commercial environmental labs, he moved on to a spectroscopy instrument manufacturer where he performed service and sales functions over the course of 11 years. He has been with Agilent Technologies, Inc., since 2012 in the role of Application Scientist for ICP-OES, MP-AES and AA products.
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Agilent Technologies: Implementation and Maintenance of IECs

Implementation and Maintenance of IECs

Join us for a Discussion and Demonstration of IEC collection and Optimization on the Agilent 5800/5900 ICPOES

Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry is the industry standard for elemental impurities analysis in pharmaceuticals, due to very low detection limits and the robust nature of this technology.
While the instrumentation is extremely accurate, this analytical technique is prone to errors from sample preparation. These include contamination from the environment and equipment, reagents, digestion, and various sample handling techniques. In this webinar we will discuss tips and tricks for reducing contamination and ensuring the most accurate results possible.

Shimadzu: Elemental Impurities in Pharmaceuticals – Sample Preparation Methods and Tips for ICP-MS

Elemental Impurities in Pharmaceuticals – Sample Preparation Methods and Tips for ICP-MS

Tips and tricks for reducing contamination and ensuring the most accurate results possible.

Elemental Impurities in Pharmaceuticals by ICP-MS

Dr. Niccy Tonge (Mestrelab) described a case study explaining how to get more out of analytical data and make it available for other business purposes.This webinar was a case study explaining how an automated process has been commissioned in a drug discovery lab. We explained the automated process and highlight the benefits of moving from manual analysis to automation.We focused on the use of automated workflows for the interpretation of quantitative NMR data and then considered the possibilities for automation of other analytical processes and the benefits that can bring to scientists, IT teams and other stakeholders in the business of chemistry.<h4>What to expect/Key points</h4><ul><li>Understand how an automated process for performing qNMR has proved beneficial in drug discovery</li><li>Get insights into how automated processing of analytical data can enhance productivity</li><li>Learn how to get more out of analytical data and make it available for other business purposes</li></ul><h4>Who should attend?</h4><ul><li>Anyone interested in digital transformation and moving from manual interpretation of analytical data to automated extraction of information.</li><li>Scientists involved in processing and interpretation of analytical data</li><li>IT teams who need to integrate processes that enable better use of analytical data.</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Dr. Niccy Tonge (Account Manager (EMEA) – Mestrelab)Niccy is an Account Manager at Mestrelab, and spends her time helping customers to get more out of their analytical data and implement digital tools for data processing and analysis. She has a PhD in Chemistry and a background working with analytical data generated by many different methods.</blockquote>

Mestrelab Research: A Behind the Scenes Look at Automated qNMR Data Processing and Analysis

A Behind the Scenes Look at Automated qNMR Data Processing and Analysis

This webinar was a case study explaining how an automated process has been commissioned in a drug discovery lab. 

Automated qNMR Data Processing and Analysis

Bruker Chemist Suite is a new software solution offered exclusively to Bruker customers. It contains a set of efficient tools for data management, processing, analysis and reporting of various analytical data (NMR, LC/GC/MS, UV-Vis, IR, Raman, Fluorescence). It also provides powerful modules for quantification and purity determination, for generating IUAPC name from chemical structure and for NMR spectra prediction. Bruker Chemist Suite is our new solution for confirmation of chemical structure identity and structure verification.<h5>What to expect</h5>This webinar will give you a sneak preview on the features that Bruker Chemist Suite is offering. You will get a general overview of the software (brief summary of the plugins that make up this package), as well as practical examples. The practical session will particularly focus on structure verification.<h5>Who Should Attend?</h5>Anybody who is interested in a software that can be used for a broad range of post-acquisition processing tasks of analytical data, such as processing, analysis, reporting, quantification and structure verification. &nbsp;<blockquote>Presenter: Jérôme Coutant (NMR Application Scientist at Bruker BioSpin and Product Manager of Structure Verification)Jerome Coutant studied chemistry at undergraduate level and hold a PhD in NMR spectroscopy from Université Pierre et Marie Curie, working on structure determination of proteins and protein-protein complexes. He then joined Université d’Evry as post-doctoral researcher and used NMR to solve the structure of small and medium-sized peptides. He moved to Bruker in 2007 as an application scientist, with a focus on liquid state NMR for small molecules.Presenter: Gary Sharman, PhD (Senior Scientific Director)Gary studied Natural sciences at the University of Cambridge before completing a PhD with prof Dudley Williams on structural and mechanistic studies by NMR and MS. He spent 20 years in the pharmaceutical industry, working in analytical chemistry at AstraZeneca and Eli Lilly, where he developed a particular interest in data flows and visualisations. He moved to Mestrelab in 2020, where his role centres around automation, data processing and customisation.</blockquote>