In the week from May 11, the following webinars await you in the field of atomic and molecular spectroscopy and spectrometry<blockquote><h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinars">👉 DETAILS AND REGISTRATION IN THE WEBINARS SECTION</a></h4>👉 Search and filter in the largest global database with over 5 500 GC, LC, MS and spectroscopy webinars.</blockquote><h5>1. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Uncovering Microplastics: Identification, Quantification, and Exposure Assessment</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>In this webinar, we will explore complementary analytical solutions for comprehensive microplastics characterization.<h5>2. SPECTRO Analytical Instruments: Elemental Analysis of Superalloys: Ensuring Performance in Extreme Applications</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>Learn how accurate elemental analysis ensures superalloy performance, with OES and XRF solutions for reliable quality control from lab to field.<h5>3. Agilent Technologies: What have you been smoking? Elemental Analysis in Cannabis and Cannabis Products with ICP-MS</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>Learn how automated calibration and dilution streamline ICP-MS food testing workflows, improving accuracy, traceability, and productivity while addressing rare-earth doubly charged interferences.<h5>4. AZoM: Faster REE Exploration Decisions with XRF Technology Explained</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>Join the webinar to see how handheld XRF provides a significant advantage in today's fast-paced REE landscape.<h5>5. Bruker: Advancing Industrial Metrology Automation with Bruker's Dimension AFMs</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>This webinar will explore how Dimension AFM platforms support increasing levels of automation, from scripted measurements to data-driven control.<h5>6. Anton Paar: Polymer Rheology: Impact of Humidity on Material Behavior</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>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.<h5>7. LECO: TOC Determination in Soil and Waste</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>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.

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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;Proficiency testing (PT) and external quality assessment (EQA) schemes 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 “... have the effect of checking the entire process including pre- and post-examination procedures ...”&nbsp;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.<h4>Pre- and post-analytical PT/EQA – a means for harmonisation&nbsp;</h4>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.<h4>Example 1: Interpreting clinical chemistry information&nbsp;</h4>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.<h4>Example 2: Sampling requests in microbiology&nbsp;</h4>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;<h4>Example 3: Toy testing&nbsp;</h4>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 “model answer” including clauses, tests and labeling requirements (when applicable).&nbsp;<h4>Example 4: Monitoring drinking water quality&nbsp;</h4>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;<blockquote><h5>More information / further reading&nbsp;</h5>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/">EPTIS website</a> or from other national or international organisations.</blockquote>

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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!<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 presentation by MDCW / Mount Royal University, application by Shimadzu, and brochure by Thermo Fisher Scientific!<h3>1. MDCW / Mount Royal University: An Analysis of Fresh and Used Aircraft Oil: An Indication of Exposure Pathway Possibility to Inorganic and Organic Pollutants</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">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>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.The research combined routine multi-element analysis using ICP-OES with advanced GC×GC-TOFMS 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.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.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.<h3>2. Shimadzu: Measurement of TOC in Chloroisocyanuric Acid Used as Disinfectant</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">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul><h4>User Benefits</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">TOC-L,</a> which has a strong oxidizing power.</li><li>One sample can be measured quickly, typically within 10-20 minutes.</li></ul>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;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">TOC-LCPH</a> analyzer and a wet oxidation <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=TOC-VWP">TOC-VWP</a> analyzer.<h4>Conclusion</h4>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.<h3>3. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Exploring the surface in depth with XPS analysis</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">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul><h5>The need for surface and interface analysis&nbsp;</h5>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;The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/2206">Thermo Scientific™ Hypulse™ Surface Analysis System</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;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.

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Environmental matrices often present challenging interferences that may either be plasma or sample based.
Reduction of these interferences using kinetic energy discrimination and/or collisional dissociation have been proven to be effective using single quad ICP-MS using helium as the cell gas, however, reactive gasses can be very effective in either shifting the interference away from the analyte of interest, or shifting the analyte to a new mass, away from the associated polyatomic interference.
Using a reactive gas on a single quad ICP-MS risks creating undesired polyatomic interferences in the collision/reaction cell on other target analyte masses. By utilizing a quadrupole with single amu resolution before the collision/reaction cell, only the target analyte and associated interferences of the same mass enter the cell, giving the analyst ultimate control of the reaction products for a given analyte and associated interference. The optimization of reaction cell technology, combined with single unit mass resolution allows for more precise measurement of analytes in complex matrices, while also enjoying lower detection limits with tighter precision and improved accuracy. As regulatory detection limits become increasingly lower for environmental matrices, triple quadrupole ICP-MS/MS systems with single unit mass resolution technology has proven to be a superior approach for complex sample matrices.
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Presenter: Craig Jones (CP-MS Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Craig has been with Agilent for over 15 years as an ICP-MS applications scientist. He has been involved with multiple type of applications for ICP-MS, including environmental, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, semiconductor, geologic, and clinical analyses, to name a few. Previous to Agilent he worked in an environmental lab performing analysis and supervising both the inorganic and organic sections of the laboratory. In his spare time, Craig enjoys volunteering at the local marine science center, mountain biking, hiking and relaxing at the beach. Craig obtained a bachelor of science degree in chemistry from Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO.
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Agilent Technologies: Interference removal/mitigation utilizing ICP-MS/MS and single unit mass resolution technology

Interference removal/mitigation utilizing ICP-MS/MS and single unit mass resolution technology

Using a reactive gas on a single quad ICP-MS risks creating undesired polyatomic interferences in the collision/reaction cell on other target analyte masses.

Interference removal/mitigation utilizing ICP-MS/MS

Knowing the right peristaltic pump tubing for your analysis can help you avoid QC failures, performance issues and sample re-runs.
Driven by insights from customers from around the world, Agilent has developed a range of Easy-fit peri pump tubing and have the maintenance advice to bring the confidence of knowing you will get the answers you need from your atomic spectrometer (ICP-MS, ICP-OES, MP-AES). Join us to learn how to make your sample delivery easier.
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**Presenter:**Gareth Pearson, Ph.D. (Product Manager ICP-MS Supplies, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Dr. Pearson is Agilent&#39;s ICP-MS Supplies Product Manager based at the Spectroscopy Technology Innovation Centre in Melbourne, Australia. He has over 20 years experience in Analytical Chemistry and Spectroscopy.
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Gareth graduated from the University of Hull, in the UK, completing a Ph.D. titled &quot;Elemental Speciation and Miniaturised Sample Introduction Studies for ICP-MS&quot;. He has worked as a Product Manager in the UK and Australia for Spectroscopy and Sample Preparation instrumentation since 2007.
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Presenter: Lindsey Whitecotton (ICP-OES Supplies Product Manager, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Lindsey Whitecotton received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry at Texas A&amp;M University Corpus Christi and her Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry from Lehigh University. Prior to Agilent, Lindsey worked as an analytical chemist at Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory specializing in isotopic and ultra-trace elemental analysis. She joined Agilent in 2014 as an ICP-MS and ICP-OES Applications Chemist and is now the ICP-OES Supplies Product Manager. She has 11 years of experience in atomic spectroscopy and is based in the United States at Agilent’s Wilmington, Delaware facility.
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Agilent Technologies: How to pump the sample to the spectrometer for the best results

How to pump the sample to the spectrometer for the best results

Learn how to make your sample delivery easier.

How to pump the sample to the spectrometer

Knowing the right information at the right time can help you cut through the everyday complexities of your ICP-MS analysis.
Driven by insights from customers from around the world, Agilent has developed a range of Easy-fit supplies, complete workflows, nebulizer and cones finder tool, and ICP-MS resource hub to bring the confidence of knowing you will get the answers you need to efficiently run your lab. Join us to learn how to make your ICP-MS applications easier to run, maintain and control.
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Presenter: Gareth Pearson, Ph.D. (Product Manager ICP-MS Supplies, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Dr. Pearson is Agilent&#39;s ICP-MS Supplies Product Manager based at the Spectroscopy Technology Innovation Centre in Melbourne, Australia. He has over 20 years experience in Analytical Chemistry and Spectroscopy.
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Gareth graduated from the University of Hull, in the UK, completing a Ph.D. titled &quot;Elemental Speciation and Miniaturised Sample Introduction Studies for ICP-MS&quot;. He has worked as a Product Manager in the UK and Australia for Spectroscopy and Sample Preparation instrumentation since 2007.
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Agilent Technologies: Part 1: How timely information and supplies can make you an ICP-MS Expert

How timely information and supplies can make you an ICP-MS Expert

How to make your ICP-MS applications easier to run, maintain and control.

ICP/MS Expert: Timely information and supplies

Agilent offers a comprehensive inorganic standard portfolio which includes single and multi-elements certified reference materials.
We have enhanced our website to improve the searchability of instrument and application based elemental analysis standards. Agilent now also offers custom standards for your method specific needs.
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Presenter: Fred Chan (Chemical Standards Product Manager - CSD, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Frederick Chan is a Chemical Standards Product Manager for Agilent’s Consumables and Supplies Division. He has a chemical engineering degree from University of California, Los Angeles and a MBA from University of Denver. Currently resides in Denver, CO and has been with Agilent for 14 years – in both the consumables and services divisions.
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Presenter: Mitesh Patel (Chemical Standards Product Manager - CSD, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Mitesh Patel is a Product Manager for Chemical Standards for Consumable and Supplies Division (CSD) at Agilent. Mitesh has 13 years of experience in Chemistry and Material Science field. He has Ph.D. in Chemistry from University of Illinois, Chicago and MBA in Global Management from University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.
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Agilent Technologies: Agilent Inorganic Standard Portfolio and Website Tools: Part 1 - ICP-MS

Agilent Inorganic Standard Portfolio and Website Tools: Part 1 - ICP-MS

Comprehensive inorganic standard portfolio which includes single and multi-elements certified reference materials.

Agilent Inorganic Standard Portfolio and Website - ICP-MS

Agilent ICP-MS MassHunter Workstation instrument control and data analysis software manages all aspects of setup, operation and maintenance of Agilent ICP-MS and ICP-QQQ instruments and accessories.
ICP-MS MassHunter is packed with all the features you need for ICP-MS software for the 7700, 7800, 7850, 7900 ICP-MS and ICP-QQQ software for the 8800 &amp; 8900 ICP-QQQ.​ With an all new redesigned interface, ICP-MS MassHunter streamlines the analytical workflow from start to finish. Smart features help you optimize instrument maintenance and let you know more about your samples giving you unprecedented insight into samples and instrument health. Learn more about how the new ICP-MS MassHunter can transform your ICP-MS workflow in this Part 3 of our ICP-MS Software Bootcamp.
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Presenter: Bert Woods (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Joined the Agilent ICP-MS team in 2004, with previous employment in the semiconductor industry with Dominion Semiconductor (IBM/Toshiba) and Micron. Bert is a 1997 Chemistry graduate of Radford University in Virginia and an avid Washington DC Sports fan.
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Presenter: Yan Cheung (Applications Chemist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Yan received her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from Indiana University Bloomington. She joined Agilent Technologies as an Application Scientist in the Life Science and Chemical Analysis team in April 2020. Yan has extensive experience in operating and method development in ICP-MS. Yan also has years of experience working in the oil and gas industry.
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Presenter: L. Craig Jones (ICP-MS Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Craig has been with Agilent for over 15 years as an ICP-MS applications scientist. He has been involved with multiple type of applications for ICP-MS, including environmental, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, semiconductor, geologic, and clinical analyses, to name a few. Previous to Agilent he worked in an environmental lab performing analysis and supervising both the inorganic and organic sections of the laboratory. In his spare time, Craig enjoys volunteering at the local marine science center, mountain biking, hiking and relaxing at the beach. Craig obtained a bachelor of science degree in chemistry from Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO.
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Agilent Technologies: Software BootCamp Kick-off - ICP-MS Part 3

Software BootCamp Kick-off - ICP-MS Part 3

How the new ICP-MS MassHunter can transform your ICP-MS workflow in this Part 3 of our ICP-MS Software Bootcamp.

This will be a three week Food and Cannabis elemental analysis workshop. We will cover a lot of great information during these three weeks.
Part 1: We will cover the entire Agilent elemental portfolio. Each of the different instruments&#39; strengths and how they meet the challenges that food and cannabis labs have.
Part 2: We will focus on preparing your samples, including microwave digestion. We will also cover how to optimize your system for high matrix samples and a diverse sample set.
Part 3: We will put it all together, with running samples live in the lab. We will also share additional tips and tricks on obtaining excellent analytical results in these difficult matrices.
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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 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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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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Presenter: Mark Kelinske (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Mark Kelinske is an Applications Chemist with Agilent Technologies, specializing in advanced ICP-MS and ICP-MS/MS techniques. He received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Texas A&amp;M University in College Station, TX. Prior to Agilent, Mark was a senior research scientist and research group manager with Southern Research Institute in Birmingham, AL, where he focused on low-level analytical chemistry, method development, and research program management.
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Presenter: Chris Conklin (Atomic Spectroscopy Product Specialist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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With a degree from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire, Chris worked in, and lead, a quality control lab testing fine chemicals ranging from reagent grade to high purity. Over the course of 12 years in that role, Chris has run a variety of atomic elemental instruments and techniques including AA, ICP-OES, and ICP-MS. As a result, he has seen most of the periodic table in its elemental form and overcome the associated interferences. In 2018, Chris brought that knowledge and experience to his current role with Agilent as the Product Specialist for Atomic Spectroscopy supporting AA, MP-AES, and ICP-OES for the Eastern US.
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Agilent Technologies: Food and Cannabis Elemental Analysis Part 1: Elemental Workflows in the Food and Cannabis Lab

Elemental Workflows in the Food and Cannabis Lab

Agilent elemental portfolio. Each of the different instruments' strengths and how they meet the challenges that food and cannabis labs have.

High throughput of metals analysis requires optimization of sample introduction components and simple routine maintenance for success in the laboratory.
This webinar will discuss the optimization of the six port valve system (ISIS3) and the utilization of HMI/UHMI to reduce the amount of periodic maintenance required to assure your ICP-MS is running for high throughput with precise results.
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Presenter: L. Craig Jones (ICP-MS Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Craig has been with Agilent for over 15 years as an ICP-MS applications scientist. He has been involved with multiple type of applications for ICP-MS, including environmental, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, semiconductor, geologic, and clinical analyses, to name a few. Previous to Agilent he worked in an environmental lab performing analysis and supervising both the inorganic and organic sections of the laboratory. In his spare time, Craig enjoys volunteering at the local marine science center, mountain biking, hiking and relaxing at the beach. Craig obtained a bachelor of science degree in chemistry from Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO.
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Agilent Technologies: The Need for Speed: Improving Throughput and Reducing Maintenance in ICP-MS

The Need for Speed: Improving Throughput and Reducing Maintenance in ICP-MS

Optimization of the six port valve system (ISIS3) and the utilization of HMI/UHMI to reduce the amount of periodic maintenance.

Improving Throughput and Reducing Maintenance in ICP-MS

Matrix interference is one of the most discussed topics in ICP analysis, and it is often the cause for incorrect results while difficult to detect.
In this webinar, the cause and mitigation of matrix interference in ICP-MS will be discussed.
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Presenter: Yan Cheung (Applications Chemist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Yan received her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from Indiana University Bloomington. She joined Agilent Technologies as an Application Scientist in the Life Science and Chemical Analysis team in April 2020. Yan has extensive experience in operating and method development in ICP-MS. Yan also has years of experience working in the oil and gas industry.
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Agilent Technologies: From High Matrix to Low Levels: How to Handle Matrix Interferences on ICP-MS

From High Matrix to Low Levels: How to Handle Matrix Interferences on ICP-MS

In this webinar, the cause and mitigation of matrix interference in ICP-MS will be discussed.

How to Handle Matrix Interferences on ICP-MS

Understanding the plasma fundamentals is crucial in optimizing your ICP system to perform its best in different applications.
In this webinar, the formation of an analytical plasma, different temperature zones of a plasma, as well as the effects of instrument parameters on the plasma condition will be discussed. With the basic understanding of plasma fundamentals, you and your ICP system can be the best partner at work!
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Presenter: Yan Cheung (Applications Chemist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Yan received her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from Indiana University Bloomington. She joined Agilent Technologies as an Application Scientist in the Life Science and Chemical Analysis team in April 2020. Yan has extensive experience in operating and method development in ICP-MS. Yan also has years of experience working in the oil and gas industry.
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Agilent Technologies: Analytical Plasma Fundamentals and the Impact on your Results

Analytical Plasma Fundamentals and the Impact on your Results

The formation of an analytical plasma, different temperature zones of a plasma, as well as the effects of instrument parameters on the plasma condition.

Analytical Plasma Fundamentals and the Impact on your Result

Techniques and tools for improved wash out of “sticky” elements, such as B, Tl, and Hg, on an Agilent ICP-MS will be discussed.
An understanding where the individual elements stick in the instrument aids in the chemistry and the sequence of rinse solutions used for their removal. Use of the Pre-emptive rinse and Intelligent Rinse features within the MassHunter software greatly improve washout of these sticky elements. Features and setup of an Integrated Sample Introduction System (ISIS) also reduce carry over of these elements. Eliminating contamination increases the probability that accurate sample results can be obtained. Sources of common lab contaminants and methods used for their elimination will also be discussed. A semi-Cool plasma technique may be discussed to demonstrate how to calibrate and obtain somewhat lower levels of alkali metals in the presence of their interferences.
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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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Agilent Technologies: How to Minimize Contamination and Carry Over Issues on ICP-MS

ICPMS webinars focusing on ICP/MS - page 20

How to Minimize Contamination and Carry Over Issues on ICP-MS