Eurachem and CITAC welcome analysts interested in the evaluation of chemical analysis uncertainty and in how to use this information in results interpretation. The Eurachem Week 2026 will begin with a training course on “Evaluation of the measurement uncertainty from in-house precision and recovery data” scheduled for Sunday, 10 May 2026. A two-days workshop on “Quality in Analytical Measurements: Uncertainty Evaluation and Results Interpretation” open to all interested participants will take place from 11 to 12 May 2026. On 13 May 2026, the Eurachem Working Groups will convene, followed by the Eurachem General Assembly, which will bring together the Executive and national delegates on 14 and 15 May. Both Working Group Meetings and the General Assembly are restricted to their members.The results of qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses should have an acceptable uncertainty, which should ideally be reported and considered in results interpretation.For many analytical applications, simplified uncertainty evaluations can determine uncertainty values that meet the defined requirements for this parameter. The workshop will focus on the key technical challenges involved in practical evaluations of measurement uncertainty based on precision and recovery data gathered during in-house method validation and quality control. There will be a discussion of how to model the variation of the measurement uncertainty within the analytical range and how to handle divergent recovery values from the analysis of various reference materials. A session on the use of measurement uncertainty in conformity assessment will explore how the risk of false conformity decisions can be managed.<blockquote><h5>New Eurachem guidance on using in-house precision and recovery data will be discussed at the workshop.</h5></blockquote>Topics will also include the validation and uncertainty evaluation for qualitative analyses with particular attention to current accreditation requirements for these types of analysis. The last session of the workshop will be dedicated to the evaluation of measurement uncertainty arising from sampling and using it to judge the fitness for purpose, and hence validation, of measurement procedures that include sampling. Four sessions of the workshop will include engaging breakout sessions where participants will have the chance to share their views about challenging aspects of the analytical work. Participants are invited to propose posters and oral communications on session topics or any other relevant topic for analytical chemists or stakeholders of the analytical work.<h3>Registration</h3><blockquote>👉<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://conferences.chemistry.pt/register/eurachem2026">Register here for the workshop</a></blockquote><h4>Registration Fees</h4><h5>Early bird (EUR) - Until April 15th</h5><ul><li>Workshop: Regular participant (11 &amp; 12 May 2026): 400 EUR</li><li>Workshop: Student (11 &amp; 12 May 2026): 250 EUR</li><li>Eurachem Working Group1 (13 May 2026): 75</li><li>General Assembly2 (14 &amp; 15 May 2026): 250</li><li>Training On Uncertainty Evaluation3 (10 May 2026): 150</li></ul><h5>After April 15th</h5><ul><li>Workshop: Regular participant (11 &amp; 12 May 2026): 450 EUR</li><li>Workshop: Student (11 &amp; 12 May 2026): 300 EUR</li><li>Eurachem Working Group1 (13 May 2026): 100</li><li>General Assembly2 (14 &amp; 15 May 2026): 300</li><li>Training On Uncertainty Evaluation3 (10 May 2026): 200</li></ul><blockquote>§ - 50 EUR reduction for members of Eurachem, CITAC, SPQ, RELACRE, ForMEQ and SPMet at the workshop.10% reduction for organisations that registered more than one participant.1 - Working group members2 - Eurachem members3 - 50% reduction for workshop participants</blockquote><h3>Workshop</h3><h4>Eurachem/CITAC Workshop on Quality in Analytical Measurements:</h4><h5>Uncertainty Evaluation and Results Interpretation</h5>The results of qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses should have an acceptable uncertainty, which should ideally be reported and considered in results interpretation. For many analytical applications, simplified uncertainty evaluations can determine uncertainty values meeting defined requirements for this parameter. The workshop will focus on the key technical challenges involved in practical evaluations of measurement uncertainty based on precision and recovery data gathered during in-house method validation. It will be discussed how to model the variation of the measurement uncertainty within the analytical range and how to handle divergent recovery values from the analysis of various reference materials. A session on the use of measurement uncertainty in conformity assessment will explore how the risk of false conformity decisions can be managed.Topics will also include the validation and uncertainty evaluation of qualitative analyses with particular attention to current accreditation requirements for these types of analysis. The last session of the workshop will be dedicated to the evaluation of measurement uncertainty arising from sampling and using it to judge the fitness for purpose, and hence validation, of measurement procedures that include sampling.Four sessions of the workshop will include engaging breakout sessions where participants will have the chance to share their views about challenging aspects of the analytical work. Participants are invited to propose posters and oral communications on session topics or any other relevant topic for analytical chemists or stakeholders of the analytical work.<h3>Training Course</h3><h4>Evaluation of the measurement uncertainty from in-house precision and recovery data</h4><ul><li>10 May 2026</li></ul>A course on the fundamentals of the evaluation of the measurement uncertainty from in-house precision and recovery data will be held on Sunday, 10 May 2026. This training is targeted for analysts with a basic understanding of the measurement uncertainty concept, how uncertainty components propagate, and how the combined uncertainty is expanded. Following the morning presentation of the theory of uncertainty evaluation, the afternoon will be dedicated to applying the theory to real-world cases. Trainees should have basic skills in using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and bring a laptop with Microsoft Excel to complete the exercises. The interaction between trainers and trainees will be promoted to guarantee learning efficiency.<h5>Trainers:</h5><ul><li>Ricardo Bettencourt da Silva, Faculdade de Ciências da Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal (rjsilva@ciencias.ulisboa.pt)</li><li>Stephen L. R. Ellison - UK National Measurement Laboratory (NML) hosted at LGC, United Kingdom</li><li>Vicki Barwick - UK National Measurement Laboratory (NML) hosted at LGC, United Kingdom</li></ul><h4>Agenda</h4><h5>8:00 Registration</h5><h5>9:00 Opening</h5><h5>9:05 Identifying, combining, and expanding uncertainty components: Theory and examples</h5><h5>9:45 Precision uncertainty: Theory and examples</h5><h5>10:30 Coffee break</h5><h5>10:50 Trueness-related uncertainty: Theory and examples</h5><h5>12:00 Additional questions and discussion</h5><h5>12:30 Lunch</h5><h5>13:30 Application example 1</h5><h5>15:30 Coffee break</h5><h5>15:50 Application example 2</h5><h5>17:00 Additional questions and discussion</h5><h5>17:30 Closing</h5><h3>Venue</h3>The series of Eurachem events will be held in:<ul><li>Meliã Lisboa Aeroporto ****</li><li>Rua C,2 1749-125 Lisboa, Portugal&nbsp;</li></ul>

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Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 9th February 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 application notes by Agilent Technologies, Metrohm, Shimadzu and Thermo Fisher Scientific!<h3>1. Agilent Technologies: Black Pepper Origin Differentiation Using Large ICP-MS Datasets and Chemometric Tools</h3>Elemental profiling using an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=1&amp;search=7850+ICP-MS">Agilent 7850 ICP-MS</a> and Agilent <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=1&amp;search=Mass+Profiler+Professional+software">Mass Profiler Professional (MPP) software</a><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_black_pepper_origin_7850_icp_ms_5994_8741en_agilent_7c190968ef.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Black pepper’s high value and global demand are drivers for economically motivated adulteration, a fraudulent practice that can pose public health risks. Because black pepper is most often sold in ground, crushed, or mixed forms, its supply chain is difficult to monitor and manage. Also, consumer campaigns against deforestation and the European Union Regulation on Deforestation-free (EUDR) products have increased calls for greater sourcing transparency. Products with a known geographical indication can demand a higher price. Companies do not want to become implicated in false claims about the sourcing of products, and many are keen to have full visibility of their products’ origin. To address this need, the European Commission has established the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) system to protect regional specific products, thereby promoting their unique characteristics based on geographical origin and traditional competence of production. The PGI scheme has increased the demand for detailed information regarding the geographical source of food products, a trend that is likely to continue as EUDR is implemented across the EU and associated markets. Verifying the geographical origin of black pepper using elemental fingerprints is highly relevant to protecting value chain stakeholders, ensuring both quality and traceability while upholding the principles of food integrity.&nbsp;Several analytical methods can be used for profiling certain elements in foods. However, inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) is unique because of its rapid throughput, multi-element capability, ultratrace sensitivity, isotopic analysis, versatility across sample types, low sample volume requirements, compliance with regulatory requirements, and low cost.3&nbsp;The Agilent 7850 ICP-MS is equipped with an Octopole Reaction System (ORS4 ), a collision/reaction cell (CRC) that uses helium (He) gas and Kinetic Energy Discrimination (KED) to remove polyatomic interferences on key analytes.4 If left unchecked, these interferences can affect data accuracy in complex food products. The integration of the 7850 with Agilent ICP-MS MassHunter software streamlines data analysis. When integrated with chemometric analysis, ICP-MS demonstrates high precision in multi-elemental profiling of diverse food matrices, effectively distinguishing their geographical origin.5&nbsp;In this study, 150 black pepper samples from five countries (Brazil, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Vietnam) were analyzed using the 7850 ICP-MS to obtain elemental fingerprints of the samples. Agilent Mass Profiler Professional (MPP) software was used to process the ICP-MS elemental data and to construct chemometric models for distinguishing the geographical origin of the samples, as adapted from Chilaka et al.5<h4>Experimental&nbsp;</h4><h5>Instrumentation&nbsp;</h5>An <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=1&amp;search=7850+ICP-MS">Agilent 7850 single-quadrupole ICP-MS</a> was used for the analysis of 38 elements in the black pepper samples. Sample introduction was performed via a peristaltic pump connected to an Agilent MicroMist nebulizer and an Agilent SPS 4 autosampler. All elements were measured using helium collision (He KED) mode, except for boron (B), which was analyzed in no gas mode. Instrument control was performed using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=1&amp;search=MassHunter">Agilent ICP-MS MassHunter 5.1 software</a>, and data processing was conducted using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=1&amp;search=Mass+Profiler+Professional+software">Agilent MPP software</a>, version 15.1. Instrument operating conditions as shown in Table 1.<h4>Conclusion&nbsp;</h4>This study investigated the potential of ICP-MS elemental profiling coupled with chemometric analysis for geographical origin discrimination of black pepper samples from five countries, including Brazil, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam. A total of 38 elements was measured in 150 black pepper samples using the Agilent 7850 ICP-MS. Chemometric analysis was performed on the ICP-MS elemental data using Agilent Mass Profiler Professional (MPP) software. The PCA analysis exhibited satisfactory reliability and classification rates and demonstrated potential for the authentication of the geographical origin of black pepper. However, the separation of the Cambodian and Vietnamese samples was less distinct than the other groups, revealing potential similarities in elemental profiling between the bordering countries, which share similar climatic, geological, and agricultural conditions. Using LDA and RF classification models on the black pepper test set, we achieved a high overall accuracy in determining the geographical origin of the samples. These findings provide empirical support for the combined use of elementomics and chemometric techniques in black pepper authentication, contributing to fraud prevention. The study also demonstrates the potential of the method for application to other food types.<h3>2. Metrohm: Milk powder analysis by near-infrared spectroscopy</h3>Determination of moisture, fat, lactose, and protein content<ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_nir_128_download_867321cfb0.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>For milk powder producers, final product control is essential to meet strict regulatory standards, guarantee comprehensive quality assurance, ensure consistent nutritional quality, and extend shelf life. These are all especially important for infant formula and dairy ingredients used in sensitive applications. Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) is a fast, reagentfree method for measuring key quality parameters such as moisture, protein, lactose, and fat content directly in milk powder. The NIRS solution requires no sample preparation, enabling real-time monitoring either in the lab or directly on the production line. This allows producers to react quickly to process variations, minimize waste, and maintain product integrity batch after batch.<h4>EXPERIMENTAL EQUIPMENT&nbsp;</h4>More than 600 samples of powdered milk from different suppliers were analyzed on an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=56&amp;search=OMNIS+NIR">OMNIS NIR Analyzer</a> (Figure 1). The different milk powders were placed into an OMNIS sample cup and analyzed in diffuse reflection mode. To include sample variety, the sample rotated during measurement to collect spectra from different locations. The automatically averaged spectra were used for model development. Reference values were obtained by official methods, e.g., AOAC 927.05 (moisture), AOAC 939.02 (protein), and AOAC 932.06 (fat). For the lactose content determination, a phenol-sulfuric acid method was used.<h4>CONCLUSION</h4>This Application Note presented the analysis of milk powder using NIR spectroscopy. Models for several quality parameters (fat, protein, lactose, and moisture content) were created. Independent validation samples confirmed the robustness and reliability of the models, with high correlation coefficients and low prediction errors achieved across all parameters. Notably, the dataset included samples from diverse global origins, capturing a broad range of product variability. This study shows that NIRS can be successfully integrated into the quality control workflow for dairy powder analysis.<h3>3. Shimadzu: Analysis of Electrolyte and Electrode in LIB Degraded by Overcharge and High Temperature</h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_01_01064_en_b4f9f4330a.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul><h4>User Benefits</h4><ul><li>ICP-AES enables accurate quantification of cathode material dissolved in electrolytes.</li><li>GC-MS assesses degradation from components in electrolytes with unknown usage.</li><li>EDXRF easily evaluates transition metals, phosphorus, fluorine, and other elements deposited on electrodes</li></ul>When lithium-ion batteries are used in EVs or ESS applications, numerous cells are connected in series and parallel to form modules, and multiple modules are further connected to construct a pack. In such configurations—where many cells are connected in series—the state of charge of individual cells varies, as shown in Figure 1. Moreover, because the cells are densely packed to reduce volume, the ambient temperature experienced by each cell also varies. In this application, we conducted cycle tests under overcharged or high-temperature conditions, disassembled the degraded pouch cells, and analyzed both the electrolytes and the electrodes.<h4>Analysis of electrolyte and electrode</h4>Electrolytes and electrodes were extracted from the batteries degraded through the cycle tests (hereafter referred to as “degraded cells”) and analyzed using the instruments shown in Figures 3–5. It is known that electrolytesin degraded cells contain transition metals (Ni, Co, Mn) dissolved from the cathode active material1). In addition, electrolyte solvents are known to generate characteristic degradation products as deterioration progresses2). By analyzing these degradation-related elements and compounds, the degradation state of the battery can be assessed. In this article, we propose a multifaceted evaluation of electrolytes using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=3&amp;search=ICPE-9820">ICP-AES</a> and GC-MS. On both the cathode and anode, insulating layers known as CEI/SEI form on the electrode surfaces. Under improper charging conditions, excessive formation of these layers can lead to capacity loss. Furthermore, the dissolved metals from the cathode deposit and precipitate on the anode. These deposits can cause internal short circuits, posing risks such as fire hazards. While such electrode conditions are typically evaluated by ICP-AES or XPS to examine elemental content or surface chemical states, this article introduces a simpler evaluation method using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=3&amp;search=EDX-8100">EDXRF</a>.<h4>Summary</h4>Analysis of the electrolytesfrom degraded batteries using ICP-AES and GC-MS revealed dissolution of transition metals as well as the formation of degradation products. Furthermore, EDXRF analysis of the electrodes enabled straightforward detection of changesin elemental composition, including transition metals, fluorine, and phosphorus. These analytical techniques allow for a multifaceted evaluation of battery degradation. In real-world battery operation, fluctuations in charging conditions and ambient temperature introduce variability in degradation states. By assessing degradation mechanisms individually, as demonstrated in thisreport, it is possible to obtain insights that contribute not only to improving intrinsic battery performance but also to optimizing implementation methods and control conditions.<h3>4. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Analyzing Spinel refractory MgO-Al2O3 premix using <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=2&amp;search=ARL%E2%84%A2+X%E2%80%99TRA+Companion">ARL X’TRA Companion XRD</a></h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/spinel_refractory_xrd_an41525_en_75f2527e78.pdf">Full PDF for download</a></li></ul>Spinel refractories—primarily magnesia–alumina (MgAl₂O₄)— are the workhorses of high-temperature linings in steel ladles, cement rotary kilns, glass tanks, and non-ferrous smelters. Their appeal lies in a combination of shock resistance, chemical stability against basic slags, and an expansion behavior that mitigates cracking. Depending on the duty, they are used as bricks, castables, or gunned repairs, sometimes with engineered microstructures that blend spinel with periclase, corundum, or zirconia to tune creep, corrosion, and spalling performance.&nbsp;X-ray diffraction (XRD) underpins manufacturing control from raw mix to fired product. During synthesis, XRD tracks the solid-state reaction of MgO and Al₂O₃ into spinel, verifying the disappearance of periclase and alumina and quantifying the spinel fraction by Rietveld analysis. Lattice parameters reveal cation stoichiometry and solid-solution effects; peak breadth trends indicate crystallite growth and microstrain, proxies for sintering progress. In finished components, XRD detects secondary phases such as calcium aluminates introduced by binders, slags, impurities, and it provides fingerprinting for batch-to-batch consistency after thermal exposure. Embedded into routine QA/QC, XRD shortens feedback loops, stabilizes recipes, and links processing conditions to the microstructure that governs refractory life.<h4>Instrument &amp; software&nbsp;</h4>The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?manufacturerItems=2&amp;search=ARL%E2%84%A2+X%E2%80%99TRA+Companion">Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ X’TRA Companion</a> X-Ray Diffractometer (c.f. 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 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 provides very fast data collection and comes with single-click Rietveld quantification capabilities and automated result transmission to a LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) seamless integrated into Thermo Scientific™ SolstiX™ Pronto instrument control software.<h4>Your benefits&nbsp;</h4>The ARL X’TRA Companion XRD workflow delivers answers in minutes, quantifying MgO, α-Al₂O₃, and MgAl₂O₄ while resolving Ca–Si silicates and trace Fe-spinels. Subtle differences between corundum and spinel are cleanly separated, and LOI drivers—carbonates, brucite, and Mg-sulfates—are identified and trended. These insights let you compute spinel potential, anticipate pore-closing expansion, and set the right pre-dry / prefire schedule to avoid spalling. You can clearly distinguish mid-grade, ore-derived feeds from premium low-silica materials, tighten incoming QA, and optimize formulations for cement/lime kilns, tundish linings, and other carbon-free basic applications.

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Although modern agriculture needs to be based on accurate real-time data on soil, plant, and environmental conditions, affordable, sufficiently sensitive, and robust monitoring devices for this purpose are currently missing. According to scientists, low-cost sensors based on new smart materials and printing technologies offer a suitable solution. The results of multidisciplinary research thus far and proposals for the development of these devices have been presented by researchers from Czechia, Great Britain, Spain, and the USA in a review article in the prestigious journal <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-026-68778-6#Abs1">Nature Communications</a>.“Sensor technologies for monitoring plant health are still in their infancy. Only simple sensors capable of monitoring basic parameters such as pH, soil moisture, or temperature are commonly available on the market. However, if farmers are to face current challenges, including climate change, and ensure sufficient food for humanity, they need much more effective tools that will enable them to monitor, for example, various pathogens, including bacteria and fungi. In our opinion, a suitable solution is a combination of new smart materials and printing for the production of inexpensive, durable, and scalable materials,” said the article’s first author, David Panáček from CATRIN, who worked on the study during his internship at Imperial College London.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/CATRIN_Soucasne_senzory_nestaci_Vedci_navrhuji_novou_cestu_ke_sledovani_zdravi_rostlin_b4014952a3.jpg" alt="CATRIN: David Panáček" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_CATRIN_Soucasne_senzory_nestaci_Vedci_navrhuji_novou_cestu_ke_sledovani_zdravi_rostlin_b4014952a3.jpg 208w," sizes="100vw" width="1536" height="1152">Sensors for monitoring plant health, for example, lag behind similar devices used in human medicine. According to the authors, advances in materials science, which will enable the development of scalable sensor technologies, play a key role in this potential shift. “Printing techniques, including inkjet printing, screen printing, aerosol printing, 3D printing, and direct laser writing, offer flexible ways to produce flexible sensors, large-area sensors, and sensors integrated directly into plants. The review article summarizes recent advances in printable low-dimensional materials for agricultural sensors, analyzes their physico-chemical properties in relation to sensor performance, and discusses key challenges and future opportunities requiring interdisciplinary integration,” said one of the corresponding authors, Michal Otyepka.The research brought together materials scientists, chemists, biologists, sensing experts, and printing technology specialists. Materials research and the use of graphene-based smart materials were led by scientists from CATRIN at Palacký University and VŠB-Technical University of Ostrava. Plant biologists from CATRIN contributed their knowledge of plant development, their responses to stress conditions, and the monitoring of their properties. Researchers from Imperial College London took care of the electronics, while representatives from<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/companies/36"> CEITEC – VUT</a> focused on printing technologies. The team also included leading experts in sensing from the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology in Barcelona, and Joseph Wang of the University of California San Diego, the “father of sensing and electrochemistry,” also contributed his extensive knowledge.“This is a groundbreaking study on this topic, which has managed to attract some truly big names in their respective fields. Last but not least, the study demonstrates that interdisciplinarity at CATRIN gives rise to completely new and promising research topics, such as plant sensing and its use for studying plant-environment interactions and smart agriculture,” added another corresponding author, Nuria De Diego.

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Join us for an exclusive webinar where Dikran Khachadourian, a Field Application Scientist at Halo Labs, will explore the Aura PTx, a complete protein therapeutic stability solution that enables the characterization of subvisible particle aggregates from developability assessment through product release.
Aura PTx is a high-throughput analytical instrument that images, counts, sizes, and identifies subvisible particle aggregates, a critical quality attribute and an important biologic stability parameter. It offers fast, detailed subvisible particle screening and precise quantification. Powered by fluorescence membrane microscopy (FMM), it distinguishes between various particulate impurities, including protein aggregates and degraded polysorbate particles, crucial for protein therapeutic development.
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Dikran Khachadourian is a Field Application Scientist at Halo Labs. He completed his undergraduate studies at UC San Diego, obtaining a bachelor&#39;s degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. His interest in the biological sciences led him to pursue a master’s degree in biology. After spending time in academia as a graduate researcher and educator, he joined Halo Labs, where he applies his background to the ongoing advancements in biotechnology.
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Characterization of protein and polysorbate aggregation in protein therapeutics

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Nowadays, the primary goals of battery research are to optimize production processes, innovate existing battery technologies, and develop new types of energy storage solutions that provide sufficient capacity, long lifespans, fast charging rates, safety, and eco-friendliness contributing to a fossil fuel-free future. Fulfilling these innovation requirements is based on the effective, comprehensive, structural, and chemical multiscale characterization of lithium-ion battery materials.
This talk highlights the pivotal role of advanced microscopy techniques like Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Focused Ion Beam-Scanning Electron Microscopy (FIB-SEM), Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy (STEM), and micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) in characterizing conventional and next-gen lithium-ion battery materials.
SEM provides detailed views of surface morphology, facilitating analysis of particle properties, degradation mechanisms, contaminants, and structural integrity.
FIB-SEM extends this analysis with subsurface and three-dimensional characterization, revealing chemistry and internal micro- and nanostructures including solid electrolyte interphase, and phenomena like voids, cracks and delamination.
STEM enables a nanoscale compositional characterization of battery active materials and components, including their surfaces and interfaces.
Micro-CT offers non-destructive, three-dimensional imaging, capturing intricate details of the battery cell or module architecture and materials, all providing insights into battery quality, behavior, and failure mechanisms.
These techniques empower researchers to optimize battery properties, identify and prevent failure, and develop sustainable energy solutions. They address challenges posed by material chemistries and battery processes, guiding advancements in battery design and production.
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Dean Miller received his B.S. in Metallurgical Engineering and Ph.D. in Materials Science, both from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana. He was a Senior Materials Scientist at Argonne National Laboratory for 30 years, including serving as Director for the Electron Microscopy Center at Argonne. His research focuses on the characterization of complex electronic oxides including advanced battery materials, magnetic oxides, and high-temperature superconductors with a particular emphasis on characterization by electron beam methods.
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Vick Singh is an accomplished energy technology professional who has been instrumental in overseeing the development of next-generation lithium-ion batteries, manufacturing processes, and the optimization of battery chemistries. He holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno, and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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Wiley: Addressing Challenges in Lithium-Ion Battery Development and Production with Electron Microscopy and X-ray Microtomography

Addressing Challenges in Lithium-Ion Battery Development and Production with Electron Microscopy and X-ray Microtomography

The role Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and other techniques in characterizing lithium-ion battery materials.

Challenges in Lithium-Ion Battery Development and Production

The electrochemical processes that take place in batteries, whether under load or at rest, give rise to heat exchange with the surroundings. These processes include redox reactions at the anode and cathode, the shuttling of lithium ions between electrodes, and the various parasitic side reactions that are responsible for limiting the lifetime of a battery.
Screening new cell chemistries using traditional electrochemical methods is a time-prohibitive process that significantly slows the pace of research. These methods involve cycling the cell until signs of degradation or sufficient capacity fade are evident, and typically take months to complete. In-operando isothermal microcalorimetry is an established but underutilized technique for measuring the activity of parasitic, or non-reversible reactions during charge cycling to provide insights for accelerating battery research. 
This webinar will give an overview of In-operando isothermal microcalorimetry and the integrated Battery Cycler Microcalorimeter Solution, an essential tool for increasing the pace of research and illuminating new insights of battery chemistry.
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Presenter: Jeremy May Ph.D. (Battery Specialist – Global Applications Support, TA Instruments – Waters LLC)
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Jeremy is a senior applications scientist at TA Instruments, based in New Castle, Delaware. He specializes in battery material analysis and in-operando electrochemical calorimetry, supporting all battery and green energy related applications. He has 7 years of experience in electrochemistry, working in areas ranging from electroanalytical to hydrogen fuel cells and lithium-ion batteries. Jeremy earned his bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Pacific Lutheran University and his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Idaho.
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Presenter: Viviana C.P. da Costa Ph.D. (Application Scientist - Regional Applications Support, TA Instruments – Waters LLC)
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Viviana C.P. da Costa joined TA instruments in 2023 as an Applications Scientist, based in Lindon, Utah. She supports the microcalorimetry product line and related applications. She earned her master’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Coimbra, Portugal and her Ph.D. in Chemistry from Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, Texas.
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Wiley: Accelerating Battery Research and Development with In-operando Isothermal Microcalorimetry

Accelerating Battery Research and Development with In-operando Isothermal Microcalorimetry

This webinar will give an overview of In-operando isothermal microcalorimetry and the integrated Battery Cycler Microcalorimeter Solution.

Battery Research with In-operando IMC

Event Program:
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<li>Which thermal characteristics are studied in pharmaceutical industries?</li>
<li>Introduction to thermal analysis techniques</li>
<li>DSC applications – melting, purity, polymorphism, compatibility</li>
<li>Thermo-optical applications – polymorphism and crystal growth</li>
<li>TGA applications – weight loss on drying, shelf life, solvent content, hydration</li>
<li>TMA applications – swelling of film coatings</li>
<li>DMA applications – glass transition of surgical thread</li>
<li>21 CFR Part 11 Compliance</li>
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Thermal Analysis is a useful tool for investigating pharmaceutical substances for effects such as polymorphism, purity and composition, phase shifts, and stability. The four main techniques of DSC, TGA, TMA, and DMA are ideal for carrying out these investigations over a wide temperature range, from -150 to 1600 °C.
Important Effects and Properties Measured by Thermal Analysis
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<li>DSC: The most important effects that can be analyzed are the melting point, melting range and melting behavior. This technique is also used to determine the heat of fusion, purity, polymorphism, the glass transition, and oxidation stability.</li>
<li>TOA: Thermo-optical analysis is an auxiliary technique that uses visual observation to study melting behavior and polymorphism.</li>
<li>TGA: The main applications are investigating evaporation, desorption and vaporization behavior, thermal stability, decomposition kinetics, and composition.</li>
<li>TMA: Normally used to study the expansion or shrinkage of materials and the glass transition.</li>
<li>DMA: The most sensitive method for characterizing the glass transition of materials.</li>
</ul>
Join the live webinar to discover more and get the opportunity to ask our experts your questions!
Second session: 25. 4. 2024 16:00 CEST
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Presenter: Angela Hammer (Dr. sc. nat. ETH)
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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.
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Mettler-Toledo: Thermal Analysis of Pharmaceuticals

Thermal Analysis of Pharmaceuticals

Discover Key Techniques for Studying Pharmaceutical Substances.

At the forefront of scientific inquiry lies the transformative potential of high-throughput screening in advancing drug discovery. Through the ingenious integration of cutting-edge technologies and automation, industry leaders are reshaping the landscape, enhancing efficiency and scaling up processes like never before.
In this exclusive extended webinar, immerse yourself in a world of innovation as our expert speakers unveil state-of-the-art systems and workflows designed to optimize screening assays with unparalleled throughput and reproducibility. Discover how these advancements propel drug discovery pipelines forward with unprecedented speed and precision.
Attend this webinar to:
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<li>Understand the benefits of integrated high-throughput screening automation in enhancing efficiency and scalability in drug discovery processes</li>
<li>Explore the features of a high-capacity workcell designed for complex compound screens with multiple analytical readouts</li>
<li>Learn about the advantages of a complete walkaway and tipless system in reducing downtime, minimizing waste and accelerating compound screening processes</li>
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<h3>Agenda</h3>
<h4>TALK 1</h4>
Next-Level Efficiency: Supercharged High-throughput Screening Capacity Through Integrated Automation
Discover how Automata’s cutting-edge platform streamlines drug discovery workflows, boasting a tipless system for seamless operation and enhanced scalability. Learn how the high-capacity workcell empowers researchers to conduct complex compound screens with unparalleled efficiency and reproducibility.
In this session, Alice Tone-Fernandez from Automata will valuable insights into leveraging integrated automation to supercharge high-throughput screening capacity, ultimately revolutionizing efficiency in drug discovery processes.
In her talk, she will:
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<li>Discuss the benefits of integrated high-throughput screening automation in enhancing efficiency and scalability in drug discovery processes</li>
<li>Explore the features of a high-capacity workcell designed for complex compound screens with multiple analytical readouts</li>
<li>Showcase the advantages of a complete walkaway and tipless system</li>
</ul>
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Presenter: Alice Tome-Fernandez (Senior Application Scientist, Automata)
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<h4>TALK 2</h4>
96 and 384 channel Electronic Pipettes from INTEGRA: Affordable, Simple, Small and Powerful
96 and 384 channel Electronic Pipettes from INTEGRA: Affordable, Simple, Small and Powerful
If you’re working in 24, 96, 384, or even 1536 plate formats, this session will show you 3 instruments which will make you faster, give you more reproducible results, are simple to learn and don’t take up much space - while fitting in every budget. The perfect productivity upgrade for any lab looking to get better.
In this session, Tom Bentivegna from INTEGRA will provide insights into best practices for utilizing these electronic pipettes effectively. Whether you’re a seasoned researcher or new to the field, this talk will provide valuable guidance for optimizing your laboratories workflows.
In his talk, he will:
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<li>Discuss how to optimize 96 and 384 well-plates to be faster and more reproducible</li>
<li>Showcase novel devices to enhance your high-throughput screening workflows</li>
</ul>
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Presenter: Tom Bentivegna (Group Product Manager, INTEGRA Biosciences)
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<h4>TALK 3</h4>
High-throughput SPR Assay for FcγR Binding to Drug Candidates on the New Carterra LSAXT
Discover the power of high-throughput surface plasmon resonance (HT-SPR) for assessing FcγR binding to drug candidates using the new Carterra LSAXT platform. In this webinar, Peter Hsueh, PhD from ACROBiosystems will showcase how this streamlined approach, coupled with ACROBiosystems’ recombinant FcγR proteins, enables rapid characterization of FcγR interactions across species.
In his talk, he will:
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<li>Explain the significance of FcγR binding in therapeutic efficacy and cross-reactivity assessment</li>
<li>Exploring a streamlined approach using HT-SPR on the Carterra LSAXT platform</li>
<li>Showcase the benefits of increased sensitivity, reproducibility and time/resource savings in characterizing FcγR interactions compared to traditional SPR methods</li>
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Presenter: Peter Hsueh, PhD (Marketing Product Manager, ACROBiosystems)
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Technology Networks: Revolutionizing Drug Discovery: Unleashing the Power of High-Throughput Screening

Revolutionizing Drug Discovery: Unleashing the Power of High-Throughput Screening

Learn about state-of-the-art systems and workflows designed to optimize screening assays with unparalleled throughput and reproducibility.

The Power of High-Throughput Screening

There are numerous reasons why bringing the spectrophotometer to the sample instead of the tradition method of bring the sample to the spectrophotometer makes sense for making a measurement. During this presentation we will examine some of the reasons and look at aspects of using fiber optics on the Cary 60. Practical examples of samples will also be discussed.
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Presenter: Mark Fisher, PhD (Application Engineer, Molecular Spectroscopy, Agilent Technologies, Inc.)
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Mark, an Application Scientist for Agilent Technologies, has over 35 years of experience in molecular spectroscopy. He has held roles in Agilent&#39;s UV-Vis-NIR, fluorescence, and atomic absorption product portfolios. In addition to identifying industry trends and new business needs, Mark&#39;s responsibilities include application development, pre and post-sales support, as well as acting as a customer advocate for new product and technology opportunities. Mark received his doctorate in analytical chemistry from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
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Agilent: The Art of Remote Sampling Using a Cary 60 and Fiber Optics

The Art of Remote Sampling Using a Cary 60 and Fiber Optics

During this presentation we will examine some of the reasons and look at aspects of using fiber optics on the Cary 60.

The Right Laboratory Balance Service at the Right Time
Event Program:
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<li>Selection of the right instrument for your application</li>
<li>Installation and qualification</li>
<li>Preventive maintenance</li>
<li>Calibration</li>
<li>Routine testing</li>
<li>Replacement</li>
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Weighing is a core process in almost every application in a lab. To maintain consistent results, it&#39;s essential to regularly service your equipment. But what are the most important services, and how often do they need to be performed?
In this webinar, we will guide you, based on the lifecycle of a balance, through the different services that can help you to keep your instrument accurate and extend its lifetime – from the instrument selection to its installation, throughout its routine operation, and up to the time for replacement.
Join our live webinar with METTLER TOLEDO experts to gain a better understanding.
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Presenter: Simona Venzin (Head of Service Product Management, METTLER TOLEDO)
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Presenter: Walter Krebs (Head of GWP Product Management, METTLER TOLEDO)
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Mettler-Toledo: Service Balances the Smart Way

Service Balances the Smart Way

A guide through different services that can help you to keep your instrument accurate and extend its lifetime.

The science of elemental speciation is rapidly gaining traction, underscoring its critical role in safeguarding public health and ensuring regulatory compliance in food safety. Elemental speciation involves the precise identification and quantification of different chemical forms of elements within food substances, a practice that has profound implications for understanding the nutritional value, toxicity, and bioavailability of elements in our diet. As global food regulations evolve and consumer awareness heightens, the demand for rigorous and sophisticated analytical approaches in food testing has never been more acute.
This webinar is structured across two segments, each designed to provide an in-depth perspective on the multifaceted dimensions of food speciation analysis.
What You&#39;ll Learn:
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<li>An in-depth understanding of the current regulatory framework surrounding food speciation and its implications for the food industry.</li>
<li>The emerging challenges in food sample speciation and the comprehensive strategies developed to tackle these issues effectively.</li>
<li>A thorough exploration of Agilent&#39;s technological advancements, focusing on how HPLC and ICP-MS systems are being leveraged to set new standards in food safety analysis.</li>
<li>Insightful case studies highlighting real-world applications of advanced speciation techniques and their impact on ensuring food safety and regulatory compliance.</li>
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Who Should Attend:
<ul>
<li>Food Scientists and Technologists keen on updating their knowledge on the latest trends and technologies in food speciation.</li>
<li>Regulatory Affairs Specialists looking for a clearer understanding of current and upcoming regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Quality Assurance and Quality Control Personnel aspiring to enhance their methodologies and compliance strategies in food safety.</li>
<li>Laboratory Managers and Analysts seeking to advance their technical skills and analytical capabilities in food testing.</li>
<li>Research Scientists and Academics aiming to deepen their research and teaching in the domain of food safety and analysis.</li>
</ul>
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Presenter: Ms. Jyoti Sindhu (Assistant Director - Lab and Business Unit Manager, Eurofins Analytical Services India Pvt. Ltd.)
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Ms. Jyoti brings over 17 years of expertise in food safety, contaminants analysis, and quality assurance. Holding an M.Sc. in Food Technology, she has a robust background in elemental analysis, underpinning her commitment to ensuring food safety and managing contaminants through rigorous quality testing. Her skills extend beyond the laboratory, encompassing global client management, regulatory compliance, and a thorough understanding of ISO 17025:2017 standards. Currently, she is making significant contributions to the field as the Business Unit Head for Eurofins Analytical Services India, located in Bangalore, India.
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Presenter: Dr. Vinay Jain (Food Workflows Commercialization Lead, Agilent Technologies International Pvt. Ltd.)
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Dr. Vinay Jain is working as the CoE Manager and Country Food Workflow Commercialization Lead at Agilent Technologies International. He holds a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry and has more than 33 years of analytical and research experience in spectroscopic and mass spectrometry techniques. His specialization includes the development and validation of new analytical methods in accordance with regulatory guidelines. He has completed over 28 research projects with various national and international research and regulatory organizations. He holds two patents, has published 59 research papers, contributed two chapters to international handbooks, and authored 15 Agilent application notes. He received the Agilent TechInnovation Award in 2020 and 2022 for providing end-to-end workflow solutions. One of his innovations on LC-ICPMS was selected for the Winter Plasma Conference, and two were selected for the European Winter Plasma Conference for poster presentations.
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Agilent: Enhancing Food Safety through Advanced Speciation Analysis

Enhancing Food Safety through Advanced Speciation Analysis

This webinar provides an in-depth perspective on the multifaceted dimensions of food speciation analysis.

Event Program
<ul>
<li>Basics of spectroscopy theory and applications</li>
<li>How UV Vis instruments work</li>
<li>Application of Beer-Lambert law</li>
<li>How to measure a sample and record its UV Vis spectra</li>
<li>How to analyze UV Vis spectra using PC software</li>
<li>Good UV Vis practices</li>
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Join our free live webinar and learn good practices for teaching UV Vis spectroscopy. The webinar will combine theory study with a live demo using a UV Vis spectrometer on the lab bench and spectra analysis software on a laptop.
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Presenter: Dr. Friedrich Menges (Owner/ Creator/ Developer at Spectroscopy Ninja)
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Presenter: Dr. Fabian Müller (Product Manager SPG UV/VIS)
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Mettler-Toledo: UV Vis Spectrophotometry for Teaching and Education

UV Vis Spectrophotometry for Teaching and Education

Learn Good Practices for Teaching UV Vis Essentials.

<h5>The Problem</h5>Lipid nanoparticle production processes often face significant hurdles during the transition from R&amp;amp;D to GMP environments. With equipment changes leading to resource wastage and taxing process re-validation, making the move to the next step is no easy feat.<h5>The Solution</h5>Sunbather makes the transition to GMP a whole lot simpler by keeping the same pumping and mixing technologies as Sunshine, the all-around LNP process developer. By keeping things consistent, there’s no need for process transfer or re-optimization, so you can breeze right into GMP production of up to 1.8 liters of your LNPs per hour.&nbsp;<h5>The Proof</h5>In this webinar, you’ll learn how Sunbather helps you effortlessly dive into GMP production and begin churning out liters of your perfect particles. Sunbather offers up GMP-compliant touchscreen-operated software, and a fully traceable, fully replaceable wetted flow path backed up with extractables data. Add in the direct transferability from Sunshine, and you’ve got all your bases covered when it comes to GMP.<blockquote>Presenter: Ben Knappett (Product Manager - Sunny Suite, Unchained Labs)Presenter:&nbsp;Nelis Denys (Product Manager, Unagi, Unchained Labs)</blockquote>

Unchained Labs: Float into LNP production with GMP-ready Sunbather

Float into LNP production with GMP-ready Sunbather

You’ll learn how Sunbather helps you effortlessly dive into GMP production and begin churning out liters of perfect particles.