<p><strong>Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 2nd March 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 application notes by <strong>Agilent Technologies</strong>, <strong>Metrohm,</strong> <strong>Shimadzu </strong>and<strong> Thermo Fisher Scientific!</strong></p><h3><strong>1. Agilent Technologies: Routine Analysis of Rare Earth Elements in Basalt using ICP-MS</strong></h3><p><strong>Accurate, precise, and stable results in a basalt sample matrix with the </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=7850+ICP-MS"><strong>Agilent 7850 ICP-MS</strong></a><strong> in helium collision mode&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_rare_earth_metals_7850_icp_ms_5994_8963en_agilent_07d5eb637c.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><p>Rare Earth Elements (REEs) play a vital role in numerous industrial applications, including advanced materials, electronics, renewable energy technologies, and geochemical research<sup>.1</sup> Precise and routine quantification of REEs in geological matrices such as basalt is essential for understanding magmatic processes, resource assessment, and environmental monitoring. ICP-MS is suitable for the analysis of trace REEs in basalt. However, the sample poses significant analytical challenges due to its complex matrix, high concentrations of major elements, and the risk of polyatomic interferences such as oxides and hydroxides of barium (Ba) and REEs that can compromise accuracy.<sup>1–3 </sup>Because it contains high levels of alumina, silica, and refractory metals, basalt can also compromise plasma robustness due to matrix-induced signal suppression.</p><p>Various techniques have been used to measure REEs in geological samples, including multicollector (MC-) ICP-MS detection following α-hydroxyisobutyric acid (HIBA) separation.<sup>4</sup> Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis (INAA) offers excellent sensitivity for many lanthanides (and long lived actinides like thorium and uranium) but is constrained by long irradiation times and the need to access nuclear reactors.<sup>5</sup> Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometry (TIMS) provides highly precise isotopic measurements; however, it requires complex sample preparation and is unsuitable for routine multi-element analysis.<sup>6</sup> Laser Ablation ICP-MS (LA-ICP-MS) enables direct, spatially resolved measurements of geological samples but demands careful matrix matching of standards and is sensitive to variations in ablation behavior.<sup>7</sup> High-Resolution ICP-MS (HR-ICP-MS) improves spectral resolution, yet its high cost, lower throughput, and operational complexity limit its widespread use. While these techniques remain valuable for specialized applications, they often fall short when laboratories require rapid, routine, and interference-free determination of lanthanides and actinides in rock matrices.&nbsp;</p><p>ICP-MS has become the preferred technique for routine REE analysis due to its exceptional sensitivity, wide linear dynamic range, and multi-element capability. In this study, REE measurements were performed using an Agilent 7850 ICP-MS with an Agilent SPS 4 autosampler and controlled using Agilent ICP-MS MassHunter software. A preset method enabled the accurate and precise determination of 16 lanthanide and actinide elements in a single run, supporting high sample throughput. The 7850 includes Octopole Reaction System (ORS⁴) cell technology and optimized helium (He) collision mode to effectively remove polyatomic ion interferences using Kinetic Energy Discrimination (KED). Common interferences can be eliminated by the 7850 using default He KED tuning conditions, ensuring reliable analysis in complex matrices.<sup>8,9</sup> As polyatomic ions pass through the ORS⁴ cell with an optimized helium flow, their larger collisional cross sections cause them to lose more kinetic energy via frequent collisions. Upon exiting the cell, these lower energy polyatomic ions are filtered out by the KED barrier, while analyte ions retain enough energy to pass through the quadrupole for detection by the electron multiplier detector. This process enables accurate multi element analysis using a single gas mode.</p><h4><strong>Experimental&nbsp;</strong></h4><h5><strong>Instrumentation&nbsp;</strong></h5><p>The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=7850+ICP-MS"><strong>Agilent 7850 ICP-MS</strong></a> equipped with the ORS4 cell and an Agilent SPS 4 autosampler was used for all the measurements of the basalt sample. (The same 7850 ICP-MS setup is also installed at Geochemistry and Geochronology facility of the Institute of Seismological Research, India.) Because ammonium fluoride (NH4 F) was used during sample preparation, the 7850 ICP-MS was fitted with the optional PFA kit and platinum sampling and skimmer cones. All 16 elements were measured using one set of He KED collision cell mode conditions. He KED ensures effective control of most background and matrix-based polyatomic interferences, such as ArO, ArCl, and BaO. The instrument was controlled using ICP-MS MassHunter software. Typical instrument operating parameters are listed in Table 1. The highlighted parameters were predefined by selecting the General Purpose preset method, while lens voltages were automatically tuned for optimal performance using the software’s autotune feature.</p><h4><strong>Conclusion&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>The Agilent 7850 ICP-MS successfully quantified all 16 lanthanides and actinide elements in the basalt CRM using a single helium KED cell method. The use of a General Purpose preset method and automated lens tuning routine within the Agilent ICP-MS MassHunter software streamlined the analytical workflow, minimizing instrument setup time and ensuring consistent instrument performance. These ease of use features simplified instrument operation while maintaining accurate, interference free results. Internal standard stability over three hours of continuous operation demonstrated the robustness of the 7850 under routine, high throughput conditions. This level of instrument stability is important for maintaining productivity, as it reduces drift, QC failures, sample reanalysis, and instrument maintenance. The 7850 ICP-MS method supports laboratories conducting routine, high-throughput multi-element analyses of demanding geological matrices.</p><h3><strong>2. Metrohm: Flour analysis by near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS)</strong></h3><p><strong>NIR flour analysis determines moisture, protein, ash, gluten, starch, and rheological properties within seconds</strong></p><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_nir_123_download_f35ec480b3.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><p>Monitoring ash content, along with key quality parameters such as protein and moisture content, can significantly enhance the milling yield of flour. Next to these chemical parameters, rheological parameters like baking strength or tenacity influence the product quality. Near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy enables chemical-free quality control of both chemical and rheological parameters, producing results within seconds. This simple, efficient, and rapid analysis method is ideal for continuous quality checks and can be implemented in laboratory settings or atline, requiring minimal training for effective use.</p><h4><strong>EXPERIMENTAL EQUIPMENT&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>A total of 237 flour samples, including wheat flour, spelt flour, and other types, were analyzed on a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=220&amp;search=omnis+nir"><strong>Metrohm OMNIS NIR Analyzer Solid</strong></a> (Figure 1) with the large cup OMNIS NIR, 100 mm and OMNIS software. The samples were filled into the sample cup and analyzed in diffuse reflection mode. To include sample variety, the sample cup rotated during measurement to collect spectra from different locations. The automatically averaged spectra were used for model development. Reference values for moisture, protein, and ash content were obtained with the respective primary methods: moisture analysis followed AOAC 953.10, protein according to AOAC 2001.11, and ash content followed AOAC 923.03.</p><h4><strong>CONCLUSION</strong></h4><p>This Application Note shows the feasibility of using NIR spectroscopy for the analysis of several quality parameters in flour. With no chemicals involved, nearinfrared spectroscopy is an ideal way to avoid timeconsuming sample preparation and reduce costs. NIRS instruments from Metrohm allow users to not only to monitor the flour milling process, but also to predict the rheological properties of the dough the flour is produced with.</p><h3><strong>3. Shimadzu: Observation of Expansion/Contraction Process of Bubbles in PVA Gel</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_00855_en_d5da0bf713.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><h4><strong>User Benefits</strong></h4><ul><li>The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=HPV-X3"><strong>HPV-X3</strong></a>, with a maximum framerate of 20 Mfps, is suitable for observation of high-speed phenomena such as cavitation.</li><li>The HPV-X3 provides 3 times higher resolution than the conventional device, enabling detailed observation.</li><li>Since the image sensor of HPV-X3 is burst-type, the HPV-X3 enables image acquisition with constant resolution, regardless of the recording speed.</li></ul><p>When laser-induced shock waves and cavitation are applied in the medical field, it isimportant to understand the actual phenomena. Here, a polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) gel was irradiated with a laser, and the condition of the shock wave and cavitation generated upon laser light condensation (LC) was observed. PVA gel has high biocompatibility and is known as a promising biomaterial which is suitable for tissue mimicking. In this experiment, the newlydeveloped Hyper Vision HPV-X3 high-speed video camera was used to observe bubble expansion/contraction in PVA gel. In comparison with the conventional device, the recording speed (framerate) of the HPV-X3 is 2 times faster. The new HPV-X3 also provides 3 times higher resolution, supporting more detailed observation.</p><h4><strong>Comparison of HPV-X3 and HPV-X2</strong></h4><p>Fig. 2 shows images captured by the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=HPV-X3"><strong>HPV-X3</strong></a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=HPV-X2"><strong>HPV-X2</strong></a>. The images show the condition of the bubble and shock wave after laser irradiation captured at 500 kfps (HP mode of HPV-X2). As can be seen in Fig. 2 (a) and (b), assuming the same device composition, the HPV-X3 can capture a wider field due to its larger sensor size. In Fig. 2 (c), the image has been partially cropped from Fig. 2 (b) to show the same field of view as the HPV-X2. It can be understood that the information in the cropped image is also clearer due to the three-fold improvement of the resolution of the HPV-X3. Thus, when a wide field of view is captured in order to check the phenomena and the image is then cropped to show only the phenomenon of interest, the HPV-X3 is the more suitable device thanks to its excellent resolution.</p><h4><strong>Conclusion&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>Hyper Vision and HPV are trademarks of Shimadzu Corporation or its affiliated companies in Japan and/or other countries. Using the new HPV-X3 high-speed video camera, the expansion/contraction of a bubble and shock wave when a laser was irradiated on PVA gel were observed. Because the resolution of the HPV-X3 is 3 times higher than that of the conventional device, resolution is adequate, and it is possible to obtain clear and distinct images, even when a wide angle of view is observed and the image is partially cropped. The HPV-X3 also has a maximum recording speed of 20 Mfps, which enabled detailed observation of the shock wave and the process of bubble collapse.</p><h3><strong>4. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Analysis of rare earth elements in clay using XRF and XRD</strong></h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/analysis_of_rare_earth_elements_an41526_en_df78e144e1.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><p>Rare earth elements (REEs) are 17 elements used in dozens of high-tech applications. The global demand for REEs has surged in recent years, driven by advancements in technology and the transition towards green energy solutions. REE magnets are compact, efficient, and hard to replace. Electric vehicles (EVs) and wind power are the main growth industries for these use cases.&nbsp;</p><p>Although rare earth elements are relatively abundant in the earth’s crust, they are rarely concentrated into mineable ore deposits. REEs are associated with alkaline rocks, carbonatite (bastnäsite, monazite, parisite, and synchysite), pegmatite, and placer deposits (residual deposits formed from deep weathering) and are often discovered via geochemical exploration. They may also be absorbed in clay minerals or ion adsorption clays (IACs) such as kaolinite, illite and smectite. The ores of rare earth elements are mineralogically and chemically complex and commonly radioactive. REE mining is challenging because REEs are concentrated in more than one mineral, and each mineral requires a different costly extraction technology and mineral processing.&nbsp;</p><p>For companies operating in REE exploration and mining, the accuracy of geochemical analysis is critical to assess the viability of deposits, respectively targeting REE rich areas for extraction. The Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ X’TRA Companion X-ray Diffractometer detects and quantifies mineral phases that contain REEs such as kaolinite, smectite, monazite and bastnasite. Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ PERFORM’X WDXRF Spectrometer on the other hand provides fast, accurate major/minor oxides analysis on the REE ores.</p><h4><strong>Instrument and software&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/2296"><strong>ARL X’TRA Companion X-Ray Diffractometer</strong></a> (Figure 1) is a simple, easy-to-use benchtop instrument for routine phase analysis as well as more advanced applications. The ARL X’TRA Companion XRD uses a θ/θ goniometer (160 mm radius) in Bragg-Brentano geometry coupled with a 600 W X-ray source (Cu or Co). The radial and axial collimation of the beam is controlled by divergence and Soller slits, while air scattering is reduced by a variable beam knife. An integrated water chiller is available as an option. Thanks to the state-of-the art solid state pixel detector (55x55 μm pitch), the ARL X’TRA Companion XRD provides very fast data collection and comes with single-click Rietveld quantification capabilities and automated result transmission to a LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System). Both capabilities are seamlessly integrated into <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/2297"><strong>Thermo Scientific™ SolstiX™ Pronto Instrument Control Software</strong></a>.&nbsp;</p><p>The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/products/1211"><strong>ARL PERFORM’X series spectrometer</strong></a> (Figure 2) used in this analysis was a 2500-watt system. This system is configured with 6 primary beam filters, 4 collimators, up to nine crystals, two detectors and our 5GN+ Rh X-ray tube for best performance from ultra- light to heaviest elements thanks to its 50 microns Be window. This innovative, ultralight X-ray tube fitted with a low current filament ensures an unequalled analytical stability month after month. When paired with industry-leading Thermo Scientific™ UniQuant™ Software the ARL PERFORM’X spectrometer provides the best limits of detection and accuracy in standardless analysis up to element Am.</p><h4><strong>Your benefits&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>The ARL X’TRA Companion XRD workflow delivers answers in a few minutes, quantifying the mineral phases available in the ion adsorption clay samples. Users are able to identify the type of mineral phases associated with REEs such as kaolinite, halloysite, smectite, illite. They are also able to verify the ion adsorption clay (IAC) mechanism due to absence of monazite/ xenotime peaks &amp; availability of kaolinite &amp; smectite which supports ion-adsorbed REE.&nbsp;</p><p>ARL PERFORM’X WDXRF spectrometer together with UniQuant standardless analysis software enables the users to screen through REE ores for up to 79 elements without the need for conventional calibrations. Well suited for mining ore analysis which will have varying sample matrices. UniQuant software is fully calibrated and installed from the factory. Hence the ARL PERFORM’X spectrometer is ready to perform meaningful analysis of unknown samples directly after installation at the customer’s site.</p>

News from LabRulezICPMS Library - Week 10, 2026

<p><strong>A new generation of magnetic materials, known as antiferromagnets and altermagnets, could replace silicon-based technologies in the future, enabling data recording speeds up to a thousand times faster with significantly lower energy consumption. These materials have unique properties that allow them to function even in extremely small structures and could thus be the answer to the demands of the modern age and the ever-increasing need for miniaturization of components. These fundamental challenges are being addressed by the TERAFIT project, in which CEITEC BUT is collaborating, with&nbsp;scientists led by Vojtěch Uhlíř working on the development of methods for imaging this new generation of materials.</strong></p><p>In <strong>2024</strong>, a four-year research project called TERAFIT was launched in the Czech Republic to <strong>develop a new generation of information technologies</strong>. The project focuses on<strong> advanced magnetic materials</strong> that could eventually replace current silicon chips. The TERAFIT project is funded by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic&nbsp;under the Jan Amos Komenský Operational Programme (JAK). The consortium of three institutions is led by<strong> Professor Tomáš Jungwirth from the Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences</strong>. Other partners include experts from <strong>Charles University</strong>&nbsp;and<strong> research teams at CEITEC BUT</strong>.</p><p>Current IT technologies consume enormous amounts of energy and are reaching their physical limits. In addition to standard operations such as transportation, lighting, and building heating, further dramatic growth in digital technologies is expected. <i>“Our goal is to develop a new concept of computing systems that will enable faster, more energy-efficient, and better scalable technologies for the era of artificial intelligence,”</i> explains <strong>Vojtěch Uhlíř</strong>.</p><h3><strong>Materials of the Future: Antiferromagnets and Altermagnets</strong></h3><p><strong>Today’s IT technologies are based on ferromagnetic materials</strong>. When exposed to an external magnetic field, these materials become strongly magnetized and can retain this magnetization even after the field is removed. Inside these materials, atoms behave like tiny “magnets” that are mostly aligned in the same direction, causing the entire material to act as a strong magnet.</p><p>However, <strong>these materials are reaching their limits</strong>; when efforts are made to miniaturize components and accelerate data writing, their properties begin to deteriorate.</p><p>In contrast,<strong> antiferromagnets and the newly discovered altermagnets</strong> – whose introduction into global research has been significantly driven by scientists from the <strong>Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences</strong> – offer new possibilities thanks to their unique properties and their ability to function even in extremely small structures.</p><p><strong>In antiferromagnets, the internal “magnets” are arranged alternately</strong>:&nbsp;one atom is oriented in one direction, while the neighbouring atom is oriented in the opposite direction. These magnetic effects cancel each other out, making the material appear almost non-magnetic externally. Moreover, this arrangement responds only weakly to external magnetic fields, making antiferromagnets excellent candidates for new types of very small, fast components.</p><p><strong>Altermagnets </strong>may be even more promising. They are exceptional because they <strong>combine properties of both previous types</strong>: externally, they are not strongly magnetic like conventional magnets, yet they can influence electrons in components in ways that are useful for storing and processing information. Thanks to this unique combination, they may enable new types of memory and chips that are <strong>faster, more energy-efficient, and better suited for future technologies, such as artificial intelligence</strong>.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/CEITEC_Nova_generace_magnetickych_materialu_muze_prekonat_limity_kremikovych_technologii_v_IT_2_9b151aeca6.jpeg" alt="CEITEC: New Generation of Magnetic Materials Could Overcome the Limits of Silicon Technologies in IT: Vojtěch Uhlíř and his team are researching new types of magnetic materials." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_CEITEC_Nova_generace_magnetickych_materialu_muze_prekonat_limity_kremikovych_technologii_v_IT_2_9b151aeca6.jpeg 194w," sizes="100vw" width="1600" height="1285"></p><h3><strong>Cutting-Edge Infrastructure at CEITEC BUT</strong></h3><p><strong>Teams at CEITEC BUT are developing imaging and analytical methods</strong> that enable the study of magnetic materials down to the level of individual atoms. A key role in the project is played by the<strong> TITAN transmission electron microscope</strong>, which has recently undergone a significant <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/article/6815"><strong>upgrade</strong></a>.</p><p>Thanks to a new lens corrector and a state-of-the-art spectrometer, scientists can now observe material structures with extraordinary resolution and speed. The new spectrometer, in particular, was funded through the TERAFIT project. <i>“Spectroscopy enables us to create detailed chemical maps of the samples under study. Using these approaches, we can, for example, compare the different magnetic behaviours of various elements within the same material,”</i> explains Uhlíř.</p><p>The TITAN microscope is part of the CEITEC Nano research infrastructure and the larger<strong> </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.czechnanolab.cz/"><strong>CzechNanoLab</strong></a><strong> </strong>research infrastructure, coordinated by Michal Urbánek from CEITEC BUT. <i>“Thanks to its integration into the large CzechNanoLab research infrastructure, this cutting-edge microscope is accessible not only to scientists from CEITEC but also to researchers from other institutions in the Czech Republic and abroad,”</i> Urbánek concludes.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/CEITEC_Nova_generace_magnetickych_materialu_muze_prekonat_limity_kremikovych_technologii_v_IT_9122098b2a.jpeg" alt="CEITEC: New Generation of Magnetic Materials Could Overcome the Limits of Silicon Technologies in IT: Vojtěch Uhlíř and his team are researching new types of magnetic materials." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_CEITEC_Nova_generace_magnetickych_materialu_muze_prekonat_limity_kremikovych_technologii_v_IT_9122098b2a.jpeg 127w," sizes="100vw" width="1600" height="1966"></p>

New Generation of Magnetic Materials Could Overcome the Limits of Silicon Technologies in IT 

<p><strong>Symposium "Advances in Chromatography and Electrophoresis &amp; Chiranal" belongs to the periodical meetings of specialists working in the field of separation methods. The biennial conference is organized by Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Palacky University in cooperation with Czech Chemical Society and Czech Society for Mass Spectrometry. It is organized as a meeting of the scientists from the universities, academic institutes and experts from the routine analytical laboratories.</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.upol.cz/chiranal/programme/"><strong>The scientific program</strong></a> will deal with all areas of separation science from fundamental to applied reseach in chemistry, physics, biology, medicine, forensic science and related disciplines. Official languages of the conference are English, Czech and Slovak.</p><ul><li><strong>Date: </strong>15. - 18. 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<p><strong>As sustainable practices become more popular, reusing resources like wastewater and biosolids for agriculture is an enticing prospect. Microplastics detected in these are a concern, especially given their ability to adsorb contaminants. Their sources vary from a mix of local residential and industrial practices.</strong></p><p>Within a closed wastewater treatment system, we used LDIR to determine the quantity of microplastics at various points along the treatment process, as well as possible sources based on sewer samples.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Ian Eggleston (Masters Student in Plant and Soil Sciences, Stockbridge School of Agriculture, UM, Amherst)</p><p>Ian is a Masters Student in the Plant and Soil Sciences program at Stockbridge School of Agriculture. His research focus is on microplastics in aquatic environments and their implications with agricultural practices. From experience testing PFAS and organic contaminants at an environmental lab, he applies similar methodology to microplastic analysis.</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Microplastics in Wastewater: A Population Based Approach to Identifying Potential Sources

Microplastics in Wastewater: A Population Based Approach to Identifying Potential Sources

Within a closed wastewater treatment system, we used LDIR to determine the quantity of microplastics at various points along the treatment process.

Microplastics in Wastewater: Identifying Potential Sources

<p><strong>This webinar will discuss accuracy and precision and how to ensure both.</strong></p><p>We will show live examples of precision examples and how to improve it. For accuracy we will show techniques like internal standards, standard addition, dilutions, duplicates, spikes and spike recoveries, second source standard type and there uses.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Paul Krampitz (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)</p><p>Paul is a 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. His experience also includes X-Ray Fluorescence (ED, WD), Laser Ablation, Inorganic Speciation and Microwave Plasma Spectroscopy. Market Segment expertise includes environmental, petrochemical, metallurgical applications.</p><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Luke Gormley (Pre-Sales Application Engineer, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)</p><p>Luke earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Clemson University in South Carolina. He began his career at an environmental contract testing laboratory, where he used EPA methods for routine ICP-OES analysis. Later, he expanded his role by joining the laboratory’s instrument service and repair team, troubleshooting a wide range of analytical instruments and testing equipment. In 2025 Luke joined Agilent Technologies, where he now works as an Application Scientist, supporting the ICP-OES, MP-AES, and AA product lines.</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Learn how to Confirm your Data on ICP-OES. Are you getting the Right Result? Are You Sure?

Learn how to Confirm your Data on ICP-OES. Are you getting the Right Result? Are You Sure?

This webinar will discuss accuracy and precision and how to ensure both.

Learn how to Confirm your Data on ICP-OES.

<header><h4><strong>Discover Basic Principles and Practical Applications</strong></h4></header><main><div><div><h5><strong>Program</strong></h5><ul><li>Introduction to viscoelasticity</li><li>Principles of dynamic mechanical analysis</li><li>DMA measurement options</li><li>How DMA is used in different industries</li><li>Real-life analysis examples</li><li>Interactive Q&amp;A session</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><p>Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) is a well-established technique for characterizing the mechanical properties of many different materials. These include plastics, adhesives, composites, rubber, coatings, films, and fibers. It is an excellent technique for determining effects such as the glass transition, curing, modulus, damping, viscoelasticity, and vulcanization.</p><h4><strong>What Type of Information Can We Get From DMA?</strong></h4><p>DMA provides quantitative and qualitative information on:</p><ul><li>Young’s modulus and shear modulus values</li><li>Damping characteristics and viscoelastic behavior</li><li>Polymer structure and morphology</li><li>Flow and relaxation behavior</li></ul><p>This type of information is very important for the research and development of new materials, as well as for quality control and failure analysis.</p><p>Are you ready to deepen your understanding of DMA and expand your thermal analysis knowledge? &nbsp;Join our upcoming webinar to learn more about DMA and explore real-life applications in a range of industries.</p><p>Register now to secure your spot, and be sure to prepare your questions for our experts!</p></div><div><div data-advanced-option="false" data-has-preview-image="false" data-video-id="" data-component-id="2110920040"><div style="max-width:1px;width:100%;" id="mediaContainerWrapper_2110920040"><div style="height:1px;width:1px;" data-external-url="" id="mediaContainer_2110920040" data-advanced-option="false" data-width="1" data-height="1" data-video-id="">&nbsp;</div></div></div></div></div></div></main><div><div><div data-advanced-option="false" data-has-preview-image="false" data-video-id="" data-component-id="2110920040"><blockquote><div><strong>Presenter: </strong>Angela Hammer (Dr. sc. nat. ETH)</div><p>Dr. Angela Hammer received a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry (development of immobilized components for the use in ion-selective electrodes based on polyurethane membranes) from the Institute of Organic Chemistry at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zürich, Switzerland. She then joined Sika Technology AG in Zurich, Switzerland, as an analytical chemist. In 2007, she joined METTLER TOLEDO and has worked there since as an application specialist for Thermal Analysis. In her present position, she uses, teaches, and supports DSC, TGA, TMA, and DMA instruments for the METTLER TOLEDO’s Materials Characterization Group located at the head office in Switzerland.</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

Mettler Toledo: Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)

Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA)

Join this webinar to understand DMA principles, viscoelastic behavior, and practical applications for material testing across industries.

<div><p><strong>Discover how Infrared (IR) and Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) spectroscopies enable rapid, multi-parameter soil analysis. This webinar covers practical sample preparation, instrument setup, and calibration strategies for IR, followed by EPR applications in detecting free radicals, transition metals, and environmentally persistent radicals, advancing soil health assessment and contamination monitoring at scale.</strong></p><p>Join us for an in-depth webinar on accelerating soil health assessment using Infrared (IR) and Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) spectroscopy. Learn how IR enables rapid, multi-parameter analysis of soil properties such as carbon content, clay, pH, and cation exchange capacity from a single spectrum, along with strategies for robust calibration and transferability. Explore EPR applications for detecting free radicals, transition metal ions, and surface-stabilized environmentally persistent free radicals (EPFRs) in soil, which impact pollutant transformation and environmental health. This session will demonstrate how IR and EPR deliver fast, cost-effective, high-throughput soil characterization to support classification, management decisions, and sustainable soil health monitoring. &nbsp;</p><h4><strong>What to Expect</strong></h4><p>Discover how IR and EPR spectroscopy enable rapid, high-throughput soil analysis. Learn practical sample preparation, calibration strategies, and applications for assessing carbon, clay, pH, and contaminants. Explore EPR’s role in detecting free radicals, transition metals, and environmentally persistent radicals - advancing soil health monitoring and sustainable management.</p><h4><strong>Key Learning Points</strong></h4><ul><li>Practical tips for sample preparation and instrument setup for IR and EPR spectroscopy</li><li>Strategies for building robust calibrations and ensuring transferability across Bruker IR spectrometers</li><li>Applications for determining carbon, clay content, pH, and more, all from a single spectrum</li><li>How EPR reveals free radicals, pollutant degradation pathways, and transition metal ions</li><li>Insights into environmentally persistent free radicals (EPFRs) and their role in soil health</li></ul><h4><strong>Who should attend?</strong></h4><ul><li>Environmental researchers studying contaminants, free radicals, and transition metals in soils</li><li>Laboratory professionals and technicians interested in high-throughput IR and EPR spectroscopy workflows</li><li>Soil scientists and agronomists seeking advanced tools for soil health assessment&nbsp;</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Dr. Kalina Ranguelova (Senior EPR Applications Scientist, Bruker BioSpin)</p><p>Dr. Kalina Ranguelova has been an EPR Applications Scientist at Bruker BioSpin Corporation since 2011. She completed her Ph.D. at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, where her research focused on the structure of inorganic copper complexes using electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy. After holding research positions at CUNY and the National Institute for Environmental Sciences, where she studied free radical biology and EPR spin trapping as a method for measuring reactive oxygen species (ROS), she joined Bruker. In her current role as an Applications Scientist, she focuses on developing new applications for EPR in various fields and providing customer support and training.</p><p><br><strong>Presenter:</strong> Dr. Sergey Shilov (Product Manager, &nbsp;Bruker Optics)</p><p>Dr. Sergey V. Shilov is a Product Manager for North America at Bruker Optics. Sergey joined Bruker in 2001. He is responsible for the support and development of new applications for the Bruker research FTIR systems. He received his Ph.D. in 1992 from the Russian Academy of Sciences in Polymer Physics and his M.S. from St. Petersburg State University (Russia) in Physics in 1986. Alexander Von Humboldt Foundation (Germany) awarded him a research fellowship in 1996. Sergey published 37 papers in peer-reviewed journals. His research interests include time-resolved FTIR spectroscopy, surface science, polymer, and life-science applications.&nbsp;</p></blockquote></div>

Bruker: Accelerating Soil Health Assessment: High-Throughput Analysis with IR and EPR Spectroscopy

Accelerating Soil Health Assessment: High-Throughput Analysis with IR and EPR Spectroscopy

IR and EPR spectroscopy for fast soil health assessment, covering calibration strategies, free radical detection, metals analysis.

Soil Health analysis with IR and EPR Spectroscopy

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div><p><strong>Guiding you through Qtegra ISDS workflows and introductions to some of the integrated, powerful tools to enhance your laboratory productivity and trace elemental analysis quality.</strong></p><h5><strong>Learning Points</strong></h5><ul><li>How to get the most out of Qtegra ISDS</li><li>Improving analysis quality using Qtegra ISDSö</li><li>Learn how Qtegra ISDS efficient workflows can enhance your laboratory</li></ul><h5><strong>Who should attend?</strong></h5><ul><li>Users looking to enhance their current trace elemental analysis</li><li>Users looking to introduce trace elemental analysis into their laboratory</li><li>Users looking to upgrade their current trace elemental analysis instrumentation</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Matthew Gregory (Field Application Scientist, EMEA North, Trace Elemental Analysis, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>After graduating from the University of Surrey with an MChem in Chemistry, Matthew has gained over 20 years’ experience of trace elemental analysis in industry, working in environmental and precious metal research laboratories. In 2018, Matthew joined Thermo Fisher Scientific as an Applications Specialist for the Trace Elemental Analysis product range in the UK and Ireland.</p><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>David Fishwick (Field Application Scientist, EMEA North, Trace Elemental Analysis, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>David joined Thermo in 2022 as an Applications Specialist for the Trace Elemental Analysis product range in the UK and Ireland. Prior to joining Thermo, David has gained experience of trace elemental analysis and chromatography in industry, working in GMP, GLP and UKAS accrediated R&amp;D and pharmaceutical laboratories. David holds a BSc in Chemistry from Bangor University.</p><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Petra Gerhards (Regional Marketing Manager, EMEA, AAT, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>Petra ist Diplom-Ingenieurin für instrumentelle analytische Chemie der Technischen Universität Krefeld/Deutschland. Seit mehr als 30 Jahren arbeitet sie auf dem Gebiet der Gaschromatographie und hat Erfahrung mit vielen Technologien im Bereich GC und GC-MS. Derzeit unterstützt sie in ihrer Position als EMEA Regional Marketing Manager Anwender und Kundenanwendungsteams in ganz EMEA.</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Lunch and Learn Tips and Tricks Series: Qtegra Part 1

Lunch and Learn Tips and Tricks Series: Qtegra Part 1

Improve trace elemental analysis with Qtegra ISDS—learn efficient workflows and integrated tools that enhance data quality and laboratory productivity.

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div><p><strong>Make faster, more confident decisions while improving consistency and control in therapeutic protein manufacturing.</strong></p><p>This webinar explores how real-time, in-line process monitoring delivers actionable, non-destructive insight across downstream operations. Learn how enhanced visibility into critical process parameters can reduce reliance on offline testing, strengthen process understanding and support continuous control strategies in downstream operations.</p><p>Join our industry expert to see how data-driven monitoring approaches help streamline workflows, minimize variability and address key challenges in modern biomanufacturing.</p><h4><strong>Attend this webinar to:</strong></h4><ul><li>Understand how Process Raman supports automation in biomanufacturing</li><li>Explore practical applications such as protein quantification during clarified harvest and excipient monitoring during ultrafiltration/diafiltration, integrating process control</li><li>Learn how to leverage data-rich insights to optimize workflows, enhance process understanding and address modern biomanufacturing challenges</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Michelle Nolasco (Systems Design Engineer, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>Michelle Nolasco leads innovation initiatives and collaborations for bioproduction at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Michelle specializes in downstream processes and has experience in automation and advanced analytics.</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Real-Time In-Line Insight for Therapeutic Protein Production

Real-Time In-Line Insight for Therapeutic Protein Production

Learn how process Raman enables real-time monitoring, automation, and data-driven control to optimize downstream biomanufacturing workflows.

<p><strong>Next-generation sequencing (NGS) has opened new frontiers in disease discovery, diagnosis, and treatment, but biobanking and reliable sequencing demands consistent nucleic acid concentrations and quality. Fluorescent dye-based quantification is costly, time consuming, error-prone, and says nothing about purity. As biospecimen throughput increases, so does the need for fast, accurate low-volume quantification and QC.</strong></p><p>Lunatic combines full-spectrum UV/Vis absorbance with a microfluidic plate to deliver one-step DNA or RNA purity and concentration from 96 samples in 10 minutes or less, without dyes or dilutions. For true high-throughput workflows, Lunatic integrates seamlessly with liquid handlers and plate loaders and always uses 2 µL per sample.</p><p>During this SelectScience webinar, you will learn how Lunatic quantifies DNA and RNA with 2% accuracy and 1% precision, and see direct comparisons to fluorescence assays. You will also discover how full-spectrum UV/Vis with Unmix enables rapid purity assessment and decision-making. Plus, we will highlight real-world biobank applications for DNA quantification, normalization, and QC.</p><h4><strong>Key learning objectives:</strong></h4><ul><li>Learn how Lunatic combines UV/Vis absorbance measurements with a low volume 96-well plate to provide quick and easy reagent-free, dilution-free, and standard-free genomics quantification</li><li>Understand the limitations of fluorescence-based quantification for NGS workflows</li><li>Explore how to use Unmix to identify and quantify common contaminants</li><li>See how biobanks and high-throughput labs use Lunatic for DNA quantification, normalization, and QC</li></ul><h4><strong>Who should attend?</strong></h4><p>This webinar is ideal for genomics-focused scientists/R&amp;D scientists in biotech and pharma, biologists, and geneticists.</p><h4><strong>Certificate of attendance</strong></h4><p>If you attend the live webinar, you will automatically receive a certificate of attendance, including a learning outcomes summary, for continuing education purposes. If you view the on-demand webinar, you can request a certificate of attendance by emailing editor@selectscience.net.</p><h4><strong>Webinar details</strong></h4><ul><li><strong>Cost:</strong> Free to attend</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Online</li><li><strong>Duration: </strong>60 minutes</li></ul><p><i>Registration is required to secure your place. If you register but cannot attend live, you will receive a link to the on‑demand recording once it becomes available.</i></p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Ross Walton, Ph.D. (Senior Application Scientist , Unchained Labs)</p><p>Ross Walton is a Senior Application Scientist for Biologics at Unchained Labs. He has published works on single-particle protein analysis by transmission electron microscopy, and the interaction of the innate immune system and viruses in cancer. He was an undergraduate at UC Berkeley and earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology from Duke University.</p><p><strong>Moderator: </strong>Matilde Marques (Assistant Editor, SelectScience)</p></blockquote>

SelectScience: Cruise through genomics quantification and QC with Lunatic

Cruise through genomics quantification and QC with Lunatic

Learn how Lunatic uses full-spectrum UV/Vis to deliver rapid, low-volume DNA and RNA quantification and QC for NGS and high-throughput biobanking workflows.

<div><p><strong>The interest in peptides as new scaffolds in the development of novel drugs has significantly increased owing to their potential to interact with novel and challenging biological targets. Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) has long been the method of choice for elucidating solution-state conformational ensembles and kinetics across diverse modalities, including peptides. Being an intrinsically quantitative analytical technique that delivers atomistic-level structural and dynamic information, NMR enables rapid peptide structural and conformational characterization. Furthermore, NMR data from mixture analysis can deliver comprehensive mechanistic insight and inform process development.</strong></p><p>This presentation will introduce a recently developed NMR-based workflow for the rapid determination of high-resolution three-dimensional conformational ensembles of cyclic peptides and macrocycles in solution. The approach achieves accurate structures from a minimal set of NMR restraints by leveraging an advanced conformational sampling algorithm. In the second part, we will describe the development of a flow-NMR platform based on Bruker's InsightMR and associated methodologies that permit controlled modulation of sample conditions and real-time investigation of peptide kinetics. Together, these advances provide an integrated framework for multiscale structural analysis, offering rapid access to high-resolution solution conformations and assembly kinetics, with the potential to accelerate the design and development of novel peptide-based medicines.</p><h4><strong>What to Expect</strong></h4><p>This webinar presents advanced NMR methodologies for structural and kinetic characterization of cyclic peptides and macrocycles in solution. We will discuss workflows enabling high-resolution conformational ensembles from minimal restraints and introduce flow-NMR platforms for real-time kinetic analysis. These innovations provide a robust framework to accelerate peptide-based drug development.</p><h4><strong>Key Learning Points</strong></h4><ul><li><strong>High-Resolution Conformational Ensembles</strong><ul><li>Understand how minimal NMR restraints combined with advanced sampling algorithms enable accurate 3D structures of cyclic peptides and macrocycles.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Real-Time Kinetic Analysis via Flow-NMR</strong><ul><li>Explore methodologies for controlled modulation of sample conditions and dynamic monitoring of peptide assembly and kinetics.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Integrated Framework for Drug Development</strong><ul><li>Learn how these innovations accelerate peptide-based drug design by delivering atomistic insights into structure, dynamics, and mechanistic pathways.</li></ul></li></ul><h4><strong>Who Should Attend?</strong></h4><p>Structural biologists (NMR), medicinal and computational chemists, analytical and process development scientists, as well as anyone involved in peptide research, drug development, or structural analysis who wants to explore advanced NMR workflows for cyclic peptides and macrocycles.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Mikhail Reibarkh (Senior Principal Scientist, Merck &amp; Co., Inc.)</p><p>Mikhail Reibarkh is a scientific lead of the NMR group in the ARD department at Merck, where he works since 2009. He has a Ph.D. in Biophysics from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, followed by postdocs at the University of Michigan and at Harvard Medical School. Prior to joining Merck, he worked at Varian, Inc.</p><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Qi Gao (Associate Principal Scientist, Merck &amp; Co., Inc.)</p><p>Qi is an NMR spectroscopist at Merck, specializing in NMR-driven solutions for complex analytical challenges across small molecules, peptides, and biologics therapeutic development, with advanced structure elucidation and method innovation. Prior to joining Merck, she obtained her Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Georgia, focusing on glycoprotein characterization.</p></blockquote></div>

Bruker: Ride the Tide: Novel NMR Approaches for Peptide Conformation and Kinetics Characterization

Ride the Tide: Novel NMR Approaches for Peptide Conformation and Kinetics Characterization

Learn how advanced NMR and flow-NMR workflows enable rapid structural and kinetic characterization of cyclic peptides and macrocycles for drug development.

Novel NMR Approaches for Peptide Conformation

<h4><strong>Collect richer, more reliable data on difficult surfaces</strong></h4><p><strong>In this webinar, we’ll explore the innovative Enhanced Data Capture measurement technique and demonstrate how it unlocks richer, more reliable data on surfaces that are traditionally difficult to measure due to steep, rough, or complex geometries. You’ll see how this approach elevates metrology performance and expands what’s possible in real‑world applications.</strong></p><p>The session will feature a focused presentation, a live demonstration of the technique in action, and dedicated time for Q&amp;A to dive deeper into your specific interests.</p><h5><strong>Join us for this webinar to:</strong></h5><ul><li>Learn what makes this technology unique</li><li>Hear about real-world applications for Enhanced Data Capture</li><li>Watch a live demonstration of the technique in action</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Robert Wang, North American Sales Account Manager (East Coast), Bruker</p><p>Robert Wang is a Technical Account Manager at Bruker Nano Surfaces &amp; Metrology, where he leads sales and customer engagement across a wide portfolio of advanced surface‑metrology instruments, including profilometers, tribometers, polishers, ellipsometers, and reflectometers. With deep expertise in white‑light interferometry, stylus metrology, and other precision‑measurement techniques, Robert has assisted many clients across every sector of engineering and research.</p><p>He holds both an M.Eng. and B.Eng. in Materials Science and Engineering from Imperial College London, complemented by the Business, Professional, and Entrepreneurial Studies (BPES) program. His technical background spans materials characterization, fracture and failure mechanics, quantum physics, nanomaterials, and advanced alloys and ceramics.</p><p>Across engineering, analytics, and commercial roles, Robert is driven by a commitment to developing innovative, science‑based solutions that advance sustainability and contribute to a more resilient future.</p><p><strong>Presenter:&nbsp;</strong>Nishant Kodan, Applications Specialist, Bruker</p><p>Nishant Kodan is an Applications Scientist at Bruker Nano. with a strong foundation in physics and optical metrology. He earned an M.S. in Physics from Rochester Institute of Technology and a B.S. in Physics from Hansraj College, University of Delhi. His NIH‑funded master’s thesis built mathematical models for organelle size control and, in collaboration with biologists, explained nucleolar size regulation in worm cells—work tied to cancer and neurodegenerative disease. Nishant has industry experience at Signify (optics for commercial lighting solutions) and ams‑OSRAM (Silicon based image sensor characterization).</p></blockquote>

Bruker: Enhanced Data Capture for 3D Optical Profilers

Enhanced Data Capture for 3D Optical Profilers

Enhanced Data Capture metrology showing how to measure complex, steep, and rough surfaces with higher accuracy through live demos and applications.

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div><p><strong>Don’t miss the first installment of our four-part series on the chemical analysis of construction materials. This upcoming webinar features Lloyd Allen, retired Director of the Technical Services Laboratory, who returns to provide a comprehensive guide on total sulfur and carbon determination in Cement Materials and their precursors. You will discover how to effectively utilize the LECO SC832 series to analyze diverse matrices, such as limestone, fly ash, and gypsum, to ensure your products meet the rigorous chemical composition requirements of ASTM C150.</strong></p><p>This session will dive into the technical advantages of different instrument configurations, such as the dual-range sulfur detector and high-temperature furnace options. Attendees will learn why resistance furnaces are the superior choice for handling moisture-rich or organic-heavy samples like hydrated lime and clay. We will also showcase 3 critical data comparisons between standard combustion (with accelerators) and high-temperature analysis to help you optimize sample throughput and precision in your laboratory</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Lloyd Allen, Ph.D. (Director of Technical Services Laboratory (Retired), LECO Corporation)</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

LECO: Total Sulfur and Carbon Determination in Cement and Raw Materials

Total Sulfur and Carbon Determination in Cement and Raw Materials

Webinar on sulfur and carbon determination in cement using LECO SC832, covering ASTM C150 compliance, furnace options, and high-temperature analysis.

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