<p><strong>In the week from March 9, the following webinars await you in the field of atomic and molecular spectroscopy and spectrometry</strong></p><blockquote><h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinars"><strong>👉 DETAILS AND REGISTRATION IN THE WEBINARS SECTION</strong></a></h4><p><strong>👉 Search and filter in the largest global database</strong> with over <strong>5 500 GC, LC, MS and spectroscopy webinars</strong>.</p></blockquote><h5><strong>1. SelectScience: Supercharge LNP EE% and Size Characterization on Stunner AF</strong></h5><ul><li>Tu, 10.3.2026 17:00 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5988">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Discover a surfactant-free, single-instrument workflow to measure LNP size, payload, and encapsulation efficiency for RNA and pDNA in one assay using the Stunner AF platform.</p><h5><strong>2. Separation Science: Raman Spectroscopy for Li-ion Battery Material Diagnostics</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 11.3.2026 15:00 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5952">Registration</a></li></ul><p>This presentation explores Raman spectroscopy as a non-destructive, high-resolution diagnostic tool for characterizing electrode materials in lithium-ion batteries.</p><h5><strong>3. C&amp;EN: Explode into AI-Driven Automation with Stuntman</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 11.3.2026 16:00 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5989">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Discover how Stuntman embeds native AI into laboratory automation, translating scientific intent into executable experiments with automated design, execution, and data-driven iteration.</p><h5><strong>4. Anton Paar: Unlock Nanoparticle Analysis – Advanced DLS and Zeta Potential Solutions</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 11.3.2026 17:00 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5990">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn how the Litesizer DLS series enables precise particle size, zeta potential, and molecular mass measurements in a single platform for nanoparticle characterization.</p><h5><strong>5. Bruker: From Crude to Petrochemical Product – Enhancing Quality Control with Smarter XRF Solutions</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 11.3.2026 17:00 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5847">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Discover how XRF spectrometry enables rapid, standards-compliant elemental analysis for petrochemical processing and quality control.</p><h5><strong>6. Anton Paar: Polymer Rheology – Testing Behavior Across Time and Temperature</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 11.3.2026 17:00 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5799">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn how oscillatory rheology reveals polymer melt behavior beyond viscosity using techniques such as LVER analysis and frequency sweeps.</p><h5><strong>7. Metrohm: Full-Spectrum Raman for Research, Development, and Process Understanding</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 11.3.2026 19:00 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5966">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Discover how Metrohm i-Raman NxG and Duo provide molecular insight for APIs, polymers, and reaction monitoring with full-spectrum Raman coverage.</p><h5><strong>8. Agilent Technologies: Automation at the Next Level – Never Lose Track of Your Sample</strong></h5><ul><li>Th, 12.3.2026 06:30 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5965">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn how a fully digital laboratory environment can manage the entire sample lifecycle—from registration through chromatography workflows to reporting and secure archiving.</p><h5><strong>9. C&amp;EN: Microplastic Analysis in Water Using Vibrational Spectroscopy – Navigating ISO/FDIS 16094-2 Standards</strong></h5><ul><li>Th, 12.3.2026 11:00 CET</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/webinar/5940">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Discover best practices for implementing ISO/FDIS 16094-2 for microplastics analysis using vibrational spectroscopy, including validation and quality control strategies.</p>

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<p><strong>This leaflet is intended as a comprehensive checklist outlining the key steps to consider when participating in a proficiency testing (PT) scheme. Selection of an appropriate PT scheme must be ensured [1]. It provides essential tips to help participants avoid common mistakes and achieve successful outcomes. The main stages of PT participation are covered, from receipt of PT items through to the review of received evaluations [1-3]. Documentation of outcomes for many of the topics addressed below is recommended, particularly for accreditation purposes.&nbsp;</strong></p><h4><strong>1. Prior to PT participation&nbsp;</strong></h4><ul><li>Verify that the PT provider has up-to-date billing, shipping and technical contact information for the laboratory.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that the laboratory has documented procedures in place or, if necessary, prepare procedures for: reviewing PT results upon receipt; taking corrective actions when assessments indicate poor performance; conducting periodic reviews of PT results over time; storing PT reports.&nbsp;</li></ul><h4><strong>2. Receipt of PT items&nbsp;</strong></h4><ul><li>Open the package of PT items immediately upon receipt to check their condition. Contact the PT provider and request a replacement if any PT items are missing, broken, leaking or otherwise compromised.&nbsp;</li><li>Study the PT provider’s instructions carefully to ensure they are clear and understandable (e.g. handling, storage, pre-treatment, preparation, reporting of results).&nbsp;</li><li>Register, identify, and mark the PT items according to normal procedures in the laboratory.&nbsp;</li><li>Store the PT items in accordance with any instructions provided.&nbsp;</li></ul><h4><strong>3. Measurements&nbsp;</strong></h4><ul><li>Read the instructions supplied by the PT provider carefully before starting the measurements.&nbsp;</li><li>Carry out the measurements under conditions as close as possible to routine testing, unless otherwise instructed by the PT provider.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that the analysis is carried out to meet any measurement deadline requirements.</li></ul><h4><strong>4. Reporting results&nbsp;</strong></h4><ul><li>Allow sufficient time for reporting the results to the PT provider.&nbsp;</li><li>Report all the information required by the PT provider.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that the results are reported in the requested format (e.g. units, number of significant figures, decimal places).&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that the results you are going to submit are those that you intend, correcting for any identified transcription errors (e.g. mix-up of samples or analytes).&nbsp;</li><li>Confirm that the submission process of the results to the PT provider has been completed.&nbsp;</li></ul><h4><strong>5. Reviewing PT reports&nbsp;</strong></h4><ul><li>Read the PT report as soon as possible and check that your results and other information are correctly represented; report any errors immediately to the PT provider.&nbsp;</li><li>Take notice of any comments on the specific PT round, evaluation of performance, and other matters relevant to the results of the PT round which provide valuable context to your individual results.&nbsp;</li><li>Review your assessed performance carefully in accordance with your laboratory procedures.&nbsp;</li><li>Store the PT report according to internal procedures.&nbsp;</li></ul><h4><strong>6. Follow-up on participation in a PT scheme&nbsp;</strong></h4><ul><li>Investigate any poor performance in accordance with your laboratory quality system [4].&nbsp;</li><li>Evaluate the impact of poor performance (e.g. risk that poor quality data may have been reported to customers).&nbsp;</li><li>Implement any corrective actions as relevant, and if possible, make use of any surplus PT items [5] to assess effectiveness.&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor any trends in performance over time, concentration levels, etc.&nbsp;</li></ul><blockquote><p>Information about PT providers and PT schemes can be obtained from your national accreditation body, from the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.eptis.org/"><strong>EPTIS website</strong></a> or from other national or international organizations.</p></blockquote>

Basic instructions for participants in a proficiency testing scheme

<p><strong>Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezICPMS Library in the week of 9th 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: Spectral Transmission Measurements of Pharmaceutical Packaging</strong></h3><p><strong>Using the </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=Cary+60+UV%E2%80%91Vis"><strong>Agilent Cary 60 UV‑Vis</strong></a><strong> Diffuse Reflectance Accessory following EP &lt;3.2.1&gt;, USP &lt;660&gt;, and USP &lt;661.2&gt;</strong></p><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_pharmaceutical_packaging_transmission_cary_60_uv_vis_dra_5994_8889en_agilent_2c933e5576.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><p>Pharmaceutical containers play a significant role in maintaining final drug stability, integrity, and safety, from manufacturing to distribution to the end user. The ability of the packaging system to protect the drug from external agents is critical for quality assurance. Therefore, all pharmaceutical packaging systems must conform to stringent standards.&nbsp;</p><p>Plastic and glass are commonly used materials for packaging, and they are typically transparent or opaque. Transparency to ultraviolet (UV) light can pose a risk to light‑sensitive pharmaceuticals, as exposure can initiate adverse—and sometimes harmful—photochemical reactions that can significantly affect drug quality and reduce shelf-life.<sup>1</sup>&nbsp;</p><p>The EP and USP define well-established standards, designed to measure physiochemical and functional properties of packaging components intended to contain a drug product (pharmaceutical containers), to meet regulatory requirements. The EP Chapter &lt;3.2.1&gt; Glass Containers for Pharmaceutical Use includes a functionality test method to demonstrate adequate light resistance of colored glass containers through spectral transmission measurement. An included acceptance criterion specifies the allowed maximum amount of light transmitted by the tested material, defined by the drug product dosage administration form. For example, for glass containers that package oral drug products, the acceptance criterion defines that the observed spectral transmission should not exceed 10% at any wavelength in the range of 290 to 450 nm (&lt; 10%T).<sup>2</sup> The identical test and criterion are found in USP Chapter &lt;660&gt; Containers – Glass.<sup>3</sup> In addition, the USP Chapter &lt;661.2&gt; Plastic Packaging Systems for Pharmaceutical Use also includes the analogous functionality test method and acceptance criterion for plastic pharmaceutical packaging.<sup>4&nbsp;</sup></p><p>The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=Cary+60+UV%E2%80%91Vis"><strong>Cary 60 UV-Vis spectrophotometer</strong></a>, equipped with the Cary 60 UV-Vis DRA, was chosen for measurement due to its extended ability to reliably measure precise transmission of scattering materials (Figure 1). The Cary 60 UV-Vis is a versatile spectrophotometer; however, measuring materials like plastics and glass, which are textured, translucent, or opaque in a manner that scatters light can result in challenges in satisfactorily measuring light transmittance with standard techniques. In a standard spectrophotometer, scattering materials tend to diffuse transmitted light, deviating an unquantifiable amount of light from the direct optical path of the detector. The detector may not collect all the scattered (lost) light, resulting in inaccurate measurements and results.&nbsp;</p><p>For this reason, the Cary 60 UV-Vis was equipped with an internal DRA, which uses a 50 mm integrating PTFE-coated sphere that easily sits inside the spectrophotometer's sample compartment. For these applications, using a DRA can optimize light collection. The sphere's design captures all scattered light uniformly, overcoming scattering losses for accurate measurement of transmitted light. In applications where total transmission is crucial for quality assurance, the DRA is an essential tool for accurate measurements.</p><h4><strong>Conclusion&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>In this application note, an Agilent Cary 60 UV-Vis spectrophotometer, fitted with an Agilent Cary 60 UV‑Vis DRA, was used to reliably and quickly determine the spectral transmission of packaging systems used for pharmaceuticals, following the EP &lt;3.2.1&gt;, USP &lt;660&gt;, and USP &lt;661.2&gt; test methods for functionality of light-resistant packaging systems. The integrating sphere enabled the instrument to accurately measure total transmittance of plastic and glass (scattering) materials.&nbsp;</p><p>All containers presented less than the defined maximum %T specification, demonstrating light-resistance functionality for containing light-sensitive drug products for oral administration. This method illustrates the importance of accurate testing for quality assurance of pharmaceutical packaging. The Agilent Cary 60 UV-Vis spectrophotometer, paired with Cary WinUV Pharma software, delivers secure data management and compliance for regulated pharmaceutical labs.</p><h3><strong>2. Metrohm: Multiparameter hops analysis by near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS)</strong></h3><p><strong>Rapid determination of alpha acids, beta acids, cohumulone content, total oil content, HSI, and moisture</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_130_download_6177b89ee1.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><p>The quality of hops and hop pellets is vital across the entire brewing supply chain. Traditional methods used for quality control (e.g., titration and HPLC) are highly accurate and widely accepted. They are also time consuming, labor intensive, and dependent on chemical reagents which not only incur ongoing material costs but also require careful handling and proper disposal. Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) offers a compelling alternative when ultra-high precision is not necessary. It enables the rapid analysis of multiple parameters within a minute without using any chemicals. This Application Note outlines the measurement setup and the results of cohumulone, hop oils, and moisture content, the hop storage index (HSI), and hops acids analysis with NIRS.</p><h4><strong>EXPERIMENTAL EQUIPMENT&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>More than 500 fresh hop samples and ground hop pellets were analyzed on an <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=220&amp;search=omnis+nir"><strong>OMNIS NIR Analyzer Solid</strong></a> (Figure 1). The samples were added to 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. Spectra acquisition, model development, and validation were carried out with the OMNIS Software.&nbsp;</p><p>Reference values for alpha acids were obtained using various official methods, including EBC 7.4, EBC 7.5, and EBC 7.7. Total oils and beta acid content were determined using EBC 7.4, while EBC 7.7 was employed for cohumulone analysis. Moisture content and the hop storage index (HSI) were measured using a halogen moisture analyzer and a UV-VIS photometer, respectively.</p><h4><strong>CONCLUSION</strong></h4><p>This Application Note demonstrates the feasibility of using NIR spectroscopy for the analysis of freshly harvested hops and ground hop pellets to determine cohumulone, moisture, and total oil content, HSI, and alpha and beta acids. Using alpha acids as an example, the difference between a prediction model covering the full concentration range and a model specific to a narrower range was highlighted. The latter reduced the prediction error by a factor of two.&nbsp;</p><p>Users can apply this approach to maximize accuracy. In the OMNIS Software, both models can be combined to automatically perform the following sequence. First, the alpha acid concentration is estimated using the broad-range model; then, a more precise prediction is made using the restricted-range model.</p><h3><strong>3. Shimadzu: Observation of Acrylic Block Fracture during Impact Compression Using the Hopkinson Bar Method</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_01146_en_dc42e77a9c.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><h4><strong>User Benefits</strong></h4><ul><li>The HPV -X3 offers three times the resolution of conventional models, enabling observation of specimen fracture at much higher resolution.</li><li>With a maximum frame rate of 20 Mfps, the HPV-X3 is well-suited for observing high-speed phenomena such as an impact test</li></ul><p>Understanding materials properties is critical to product design. In particular, for applications such as transportation equipment, where materials may be subjected to impact loads, it is essential to evaluate not only static properties but also impact properties. When subjected to impact, materials may exhibit stress and strain characteristics different from those under static loading, making it essential to quantify these characteristics through impact testing.&nbsp;</p><p>The Hopkinson bar method is a well-established technique for impact compression testing. Proposed by B. Hopkinson, this method enables detailed analysis of a material’s impact response and evaluation of its fracture properties by subjecting the specimen to a sudden force using a bar-launching device. This paper presents an example of an impact compression test on an acrylic specimen with a central circular hole, recorded with an HPV-X3 high-speed video camera (Fig. 2) using the Hopkinson bar method.</p><h4><strong>Imaging System&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>The imaging devices are listed in Table 1, and the imaging conditions are listed in Table 2. As shown in Fig. 4(b), laser illumination was directed from the rear of the specimen toward the lens, and imaging was performed with the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=HPV-X3"><strong>HPV-X3</strong></a> using a close-up ring, bellows, and macro lens. This setup enabled observation of the fracture process in the acrylic block. Two types of imaging were conducted: observation of crack propagation immediately after loading, and observation of subsequent fracture.</p><h4><strong>Conclusion&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>The impact compression test of an acrylic specimen using the Hopkinson bar method was observed using the HPV-X3 highspeed video camera. Inside the compressed specimen, the propagation of a wavefront believed to be a stress wave was first observed. Subsequently, cracks propagated from the central circular hole toward the left and right surfaces, and finally, diagonal cracks formed, leading to complete fracture. The progress of this series of fracture processes was clearly captured.&nbsp;</p><p>The HPV-X3 has three times the resolution of the previous <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=HPV-X2"><strong>HPVX2 model</strong></a>, enabling more detailed observation of specimens during impact tests, including the Hopkinson bar method. Furthermore, because fracture phenomena during impact testing occur at high speeds, the HPV-X3, which can record images at up to 20 Mfps, is ideal for capturing them.</p><h3><strong>4. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Analysis of silica in air filters using ARL X’TRA Companion X-ray Diffractometer</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_silica_in_air_an41521_a3b8eb33d5.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><p>The analysis of silica in air filters is a critical aspect of occupational health and safety, aimed at protecting workers from the harmful effects of inhaling crystalline silica particles, which can lead to diseases such as silicosis and lung cancer. The NIOSH 7500 method (NIOSH, 2003) provides a detailed and standardized procedure for the determination of crystalline silica in air samples using X-ray diffraction (XRD). This method involves the collection of air samples on filters, which are then analyzed to identify and quantify the crystalline silica phases, including quartz, cristobalite, and tridymite.&nbsp;</p><p>XRD is chosen for its high specificity and sensitivity in distinguishing different crystalline forms of silica, making it a reliable analytical technique. The method outlined in NIOSH 7500 requires meticulous sample preparation, including the proper collection and handling of air filters, calibration with known standards, and strict adherence to analytical parameters to ensure accurate and reproducible results. Following the NIOSH 7500 norm and equivalent standards helps ensure the reliable monitoring of workplace air quality, thereby safeguarding workers’ health. The use of XRD in analyzing silica in air filters is an essential component of industrial hygiene and environmental monitoring programs, facilitating the detection and control of hazardous silica exposure in occupational settings.</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>Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ X’TRA Companion X-ray Diffractometer</strong></a> (c.f. Figure 1) is a simple, easy-to-use benchtop XRD 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 on demand. Thanks to the innovative solid state pixel detector (55 x 55 μm pitch), the ARL X’TRA Companion XRD provides very fast data collection and comes with one-click Rietveld quantification capabilities and automated result transmission to a LIMS (laboratory information management system).</p><h4><strong>Your benefits&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>The ARL X’TRA Companion XRD provides data perfectly suited to quantify respirable quartz in air filters. Utilizing a calibration curve in a one-click refinement delivers results within minutes, ensuring ease-of-use for operators and reducing training requirements. XRD analysis of air filter samples complies with the NIOSH 7500 standard.</p>

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<div><div id="inner_content_body_text" data-content-id="394785"><p><strong>Rheology is an essential tool for understanding the material properties of polymers, especially in melt processing. While many are familiar with rotational or viscosity-based testing, oscillatory rheology offers valuable insights into how polymers behave under time- and temperature-dependent conditions during processes like melting, crystallization, and curing.</strong></p><p>In this webinar, we will touch on key concepts like the linear viscoelastic region (LVER) and frequency sweeps, before diving into more advanced applications in polymer melt processing. Practical examples will include analyzing melt flow, thermal stability, and structural integrity of polymer materials. Attendees will learn how to apply oscillatory rheology to real-world challenges in polymer melt characterization and processing, enhancing their ability to interpret rheological data and optimize material performance. Whether you're familiar with oscillatory testing or expanding beyond viscosity measurements, this session will provide practical tools to tackle complex polymer melt behaviors.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> John Raia</p><p>John Raia graduated from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities in 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. He specializes in rheology, with a strong focus on powder rheology, integrating techniques like particle sizing, zeta potential, and morphology to deepen insights into material behavior.</p><p>As an Advanced Application Scientist at Anton Paar, he supports industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to cosmetics, providing training and technical expertise to help users understand how materials flow and interact. Known for making complex concepts accessible, he excels at connecting classical rheology to practical applications.</p></blockquote></div></div>

Anton Paar: Polymer Rheology: Testing Behavior Across Time and Temperature

Polymer Rheology: Testing Behavior Across Time and Temperature

Learn how oscillatory rheology helps characterize polymer melts, from LVER basics to advanced applications in melt processing, stability, material performance.

Testing Behavior Across Time and Temperature

<p><strong>Platinum Group Metals, especially Iridium, Ruthenium, and Rhodium, are among the most chemically resistant materials encountered in analytical laboratories. Their metallic and oxide forms require extreme conditions that exceed the capabilities of conventional microwave systems.</strong></p><p>This webinar showcases how Milestone’s ultraWAVE 3 with SRC technology achieves complete dissolution (&gt;99%), enables the digestion of significantly larger sample masses, and dramatically reduces digestion time compared to traditional methods. Drawing on results from our application study, we will present optimized workflows, chloride-based chemistries, and oxide-reduction strategies that deliver higher accuracy, stronger representativity, and improved productivity for PGM refining, recycling, and catalyst applications.</p><h4><strong>👇 Key learnings:</strong></h4><ul><li>How ultraWAVE 3 enables complete digestion of refractory PGMs, including oxide forms.</li><li>Best practices for reagent selection and oxide-reduction workflows.</li><li>How SRC technology improves accuracy through larger sample intake and lower blanks.</li><li>Essential guidelines for safely operating under extreme acid and temperature conditions.</li></ul><p>🎤 Live Q&amp;A included – get your questions answered directly by our expert.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Gianpaolo Rota (Application Specialist at Milestone)</p></blockquote>

Milestone: Reliable Digestion of Platinum Group Metals: A New Benchmark with ultraWAVE 3

Reliable Digestion of Platinum Group Metals: A New Benchmark with ultraWAVE 3

Complete digestion of platinum group metals using Milestone ultraWAVE 3, covering SRC technology, optimized chemistries, and high-accuracy PGM workflows.

Digestion of Platinum Group Metals with ultraWAVE 3

<div><p><strong>Join us for a 60-min free, online seminar demonstrating how X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) spectrometry delivers fast, reliable elemental data for process and quality control in the petrochemical industry. XRF enables norm compliant analysis at different process stages and in final fuel products (e.g., ASTM D2622, D4294, D7220; ISO 20884), as well as downstream at tank farms and depots. It is an essential tool for assessing additives in lubricants and detecting wear metals in engine oils, following standards such as ASTM D6443 and DIN 51399.</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bruker.com/en/news-and-events/webinars/2026/from-crude-to-petrochemical-product.html#register"><strong>Register now</strong></a> to discover how latest XRF technology can enhance your workflow, improve product quality and reduce costs. In our lab sessions we will share practical tips and demonstrate our instruments in-action, including the new S8 TIGER Series 3.</p><p><strong>Select the session that works best for you</strong>, both deliver the same expert insights. Can’t join us live? No problem! Register now, and we’ll send you the on‑demand recording so you can watch it whenever it suits you.</p><h4><strong>Learning Objectives:</strong></h4><ul><li>How XRF enables fast &amp; accurate analysis of petrochemicals</li><li>Application examples from crude &amp; pet coke to fuel &amp; lubricant</li><li>ASTM D2622, ASTM D7220, ISO 20884, ASTM D6443, DIN 51399-2 and more</li><li>Guidance when to choose EDXRF or WDXRF</li><li>Latest XRF technology advances for petrochemical analysis</li></ul><h4><strong>Agenda:</strong></h4><ul><li>Welcome &amp; Introduction</li><li>Optimize Refinery Processes &amp; Ensure Compliance</li><li>Lab Session 1: WDXRF Solutions for Central Labs</li><li>Quality Assurance &amp; Cost Reduction in Lubricant Manufacturing</li><li>Lab Session 2: EDXRF for Additives in Lubricants</li><li>Q&amp;A Session</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Dr. Kai Behrens (Head of XRF Product Line Management, Bruker AXS)</p><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Dr. Adrian Fiege (Product Manager XRF, Bruker AXS)</p><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Renata Janjic (Application Scientist XRF, Bruker AXS)</p><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Frank Portala (Product Manager XRF, Bruker AXS)</p></blockquote></div>

Bruker: From Crude to Petrochemical Product – Enhancing Quality Control with Smarter XRF Solutions

From Crude to Petrochemical Product – Enhancing Quality Control with Smarter XRF Solutions

Learn how modern XRF enables ASTM- and ISO-compliant petrochemical analysis, improving refinery control, lubricant QA, and cost efficiency.

Enhancing Quality Control with Smarter XRF Solutions

<div><p><strong>Discover how your laboratory can stay ahead in microplastics analysis with this webinar which demystifies the ISO/FDIS 16094-2 standard, guiding you through best practices for vibrational spectroscopy in water testing. The standard highlights the regulatory push to monitor microplastics, the challenges in their detection due to varied sizes and polymer types, and the importance of reliable, standardized analytical techniques.</strong></p><p>Ultimately, the adoption of standardized procedures and advanced technologies is shown to enhance the reliability and comparability of microplastics data, supporting regulatory and scientific efforts to address environmental pollution in water resources.</p><h4><strong>Key Learning Objectives:</strong></h4><ul><li>Uncover best practices for vibrational spectroscopy when testing microplastics in water</li><li>Explore method validation, reporting, and quality control and their impact on laboratory operations</li><li>Emphasize the need for laboratories to verify measurement accuracy and establish reporting limits</li></ul><h4><strong>Who Should Attend:</strong></h4><ul><li>Microplastics researchers</li><li>Microplastics analysts from commercial, QA, or research labs seeking to understand key challenges in Microplastics analysis</li><li>Those interested in microplastics analysis and the development of standardized methodology around the world.</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Darren Robey (Product Manager: IR Imaging, Agilent Technologies)</p></blockquote></div>

C&EN: Microplastic Analysis in Water Using Vibrational Spectroscopy: Navigating ISO/FDIS 16094-2 standards

Microplastic Analysis in Water Using Vibrational Spectroscopy: Navigating ISO/FDIS 16094-2 standards

Webinar on ISO/FDIS 16094-2 for microplastics in water, covering vibrational spectroscopy best practices, validation, QC, and standardized reporting.

Microplastic Analysis in Water by Vibrational Spectroscopy

<p><strong>The end-to-end sample journey represents a structured and traceable pathway that ensures every sample is managed with accuracy, integrity, and compliance from the moment an analysis request is raised to the secure archival of data. This comprehensive approach enables laboratories to deliver reliable results while maintaining operational efficiency and regulatory confidence.</strong></p><h4><strong>Why is this webinar a must‑attend?</strong></h4><p>Join us for this insightful webinar where you’ll explore essential elements of the Digital &amp; Automated Lab, including:</p><ul><li>Efficient management of analysis requests and sample registration, integrated with inventory management.</li><li>Streamlined processes for sample receipt and verification.</li><li>Automation in sample preparation and end‑to‑end sample tracking within chromatography workflows.</li><li>Comprehensive data handling from acquisition and review to reporting, storage, and archiving.</li></ul><p>By overseeing the sample journey from the initial analysis request through to final archival, you ensure complete traceability, stronger data integrity, and improved operational performance. This structured lifecycle not only reinforces compliance and quality standards but also builds stakeholder confidence by guaranteeing that every sample is handled with accuracy and accountability.</p><p>Register now and learn how to turn your scattered digital lab workflows into a connected, holistic, and automated lab ecosystem.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Dr. Nirmal Thakker (Technical Application Support Specialist - Chromatography, Dissolution &amp; Lab Informatics, Agilent Technologies)</p><p>Dr. Nirmal has done his PhD in quality assurance and pharmacy and his master's in pharmacy from the University of Pune. He has more than 15 years of overall industrial experience working in analytical research &amp; development for renowned multinational pharma companies like Glenmark, Torrent, and Piramal. He has also worked with Spinco Biotech as an application specialist for LC. Presently, he is working with Agilent Technologies as a technical application support specialist for chromatography, dissolution, and lab informatics. He has expertise in chromatography, QbD, method transfer, and mass spectrometry.</p><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Mr. Amit Ghate (Application Specialist - Lab Informatics, Agilent Technologies)</p><p>Amit Ghate is currently working as Lab Informatics Application Specialist at Agilent Technologies. Amit comes from analytical software background where he has an in-depth knowledge of variety of software like Chromatography Data Systems, Data Management, LIMS, Electronic Lab Notebook, databases, reports and Compliance. Prior to joining Agilent, Amit worked with Persistent Systems Ltd as a Project Manager for software support and services. He has done his Masters in Bioinformatics from University of Pune. His main areas of interest is in providing workflow solutions and enabling digital transformation of labs.</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Automation at the Next Level: Never Lose Track of Your Sample

Automation at the Next Level: Never Lose Track of Your Sample

Webinar on digital lab automation, covering end-to-end sample tracking, chromatography workflows, data integrity, and compliance.

Automation: Never Lose Track of Your Sample

<p><strong>Modern analytical and R&amp;D teams need to do more than quantify a single parameter or identify a problem; they need direct chemical insight. Raman spectroscopy uniquely reveals functional groups, identifies materials, and quantifies real‑time chemical changes, making it a powerful complement to traditional analytical tools. In this webinar, we introduce the next‑generation Metrohm i‑Raman NxG and the i‑Raman Duo, advanced benchtop Raman systems that bring molecular‑level clarity to excipients, APIs, polymers, formulated products, and reaction-monitoring environments.</strong></p><p>Attendees will learn how different Raman wavelengths and sampling interfaces provide insights into chemical, pharmaceutical, biological, and materials applications with real-world examples that illustrate the possibilities form discovery to scale-up. We will demonstrate how full-spectrum coverage with the i-Raman Duo extends measurement capability into the high‑wavenumber CH/NH/OH stretching region, expanding what can be monitored, modeled, and understood with a single instrument.</p><p>Finally, this session will introduce how the new SpecSuite software streamlines exploration work, chemometric method development, and routine deployment in a single 21 CFR-Part 11 ready environment. Whether you’re developing a new process, formulating new chemistry, doing fundamental research, or just wanting to simplify a routine analysis, this session will show how Metrohm’s evolving Raman portfolio delivers deeper insight, greater flexibility, and a more intuitive path from research to routine to process.</p><h4><strong>Who Should Attend?</strong></h4><ul><li>Researchers working with APIs, excipients, polymers, catalysts, or complex mixtures</li><li>Scientists tracking hydration, functional groups, or structural change</li><li>Teams performing reaction monitoring or materials characterization</li><li>Analysts exploring Raman beyond basic identification</li><li>Labs evaluating Raman as a complement to NIR, IR, or wet chemistry</li></ul><h4><strong>Key Learning Points</strong></h4><ul><li>How next‑generation Raman reveals deeper chemical insight</li><li>What the Duo adds to the NxG</li><li>Using Raman for reactions, formulations, and kinetics</li><li>How SpecSuite connects R&amp;D → Routine</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Dr. Adam J. Hopkins (Spectroscopy Product Manager, Metrohm USA)</p><p>Dr. Adam J. Hopkins is the Spectroscopy Product Manager for handheld and laboratory instruments at Metrohm USA since 2016. He has a Ph.D. in chemistry from the University of Oregon where he studied nonlinear optical spectroscopy under Geraldine Richmond. Between graduate school and Metrohm, Adam worked developing spectroscopic solutions for standoff and noncontact sensing applications using LIBS, Raman, and other novel techniques. Dr. Hopkins is a member of the American Chemical Society, Society for Applied Spectroscopy, Coblentz Society, and SPIE. He is the author of over 20 peer-reviewed papers and proceedings and three patents.</p></blockquote>

Metrohm: Full-Spectrum Raman for Research, Development, and Process Understanding

Full-Spectrum Raman for Research, Development, and Process Understanding

Webinar on Metrohm i-Raman NxG and Duo for molecular insight, reaction monitoring, and chemometrics in a 21 CFR Part 11-ready environment.

Full-Spectrum Raman for Research, Development

<div><p><strong>SuperCOOL MARVEL is the newest addition to JEOL’s cryogenic probe lineup — a fourth‑generation, liquid‑nitrogen‑cooled design that brings together years of innovation in cryogenic technology. With outstanding sensitivity across multiple nuclei and balanced high- and low-band performance, it bridges the gap between routine and advanced NMR, offering powerful capability in a practical, cost‑efficient package.</strong></p><p>Join us to explore what makes cryogenic probes so effective, and how SuperCOOL MARVEL sets a new benchmark in performance and usability. We’ll showcase real‑world data and application examples that demonstrate the probe’s versatility, speed, and sensitivity — and how it can transform everyday NMR workflows.</p><h4><strong>Key Learning Objectives:</strong></h4><ul><li>Learn the principles and benefits of cryogenic probes</li><li>Learn about SuperCOOL MARVEL’s outstanding price-performance ratio</li><li>Learn how the balanced performance of SuperCOOL MARVEL makes it an ideal probe for many applications, and can avoid the need for multiple probes</li></ul><h4><strong>Who Should Attend:</strong></h4><ul><li>Laboratory managers</li><li>Analytical Chemists</li><li>Synthetic chemists</li><li>NMR facility managers</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Ron Crouch (NMR Applications Specialist, JEOL USA, Inc.)</p><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Paul Bowyer, Ph.D. (European NMR Product Manager, JEOL USA, Inc.)</p><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Sara Kobilka (Contributing Editor, C&amp;EN Media Group)</p></blockquote></div>

C&EN: Advances in Cryogenic NMR Probes for Modern Labs

Advances in Cryogenic NMR Probes for Modern Labs

Webinar on JEOL SuperCOOL MARVEL cryogenic NMR probe, highlighting sensitivity, balanced performance, and cost-efficient multi-nuclei capability.

<div><h4><strong>Experience the benefits of specialized big data management</strong></h4><p><strong>In this webinar, Dr. Björn Eismann and Dr. Balint Balazs, Bruker, showcase the unique features and benefits of Acquifer HIVE for applications with a focus on big image data from microscopy. Learn how this data-management solution is a beneficial addition to both laboratory and office environments with intuitive processing and analysis workflows.</strong></p><p>Bruker’s Acquifer HIVE is a big data management system that offers dedicated solutions for handling scientific data, such as processing, analyzing, and visualizing large 3D volume data, time-series data sets, or any kind of omics data. The HIVE centralized data storage and computing solution provides high-speed data transfer via tailored network integration, safe storage at scalable capacity, and parallel data processing for multiple users with all processing and analysis workflows.</p><p>Acquifer HIVE is designed for biology-focused scientists and research facilities dealing with large datasets by ensuring the highest efficiency in data collecting and processing. Its CPU and GPU configurations ensure reliable operation with all major software, and the combination of high-speed RAID architecture, firewall, and an integrated uninterruptible power supply provides excellent data security. With scalability, flexibility, ease of use, and super-silent hardware, Acquifer HIVE is a preferred turnkey computing solution.&nbsp;</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Dr. Björn Eismann (Senior Product and Application Manager)</p><p>Dr. Björn Eismann completed his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in molecular biology from the University of Heidelberg. He completed a Ph.D. at the German Cancer Research Centre (DKFZ) on “Automated, high-throughput screening of 3D cell culture using Light Sheet Microscopy.” He has been the Product and Application Manager at Luxendo GmbH, Heidelberg, since 2018.</p><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Balint Balazs, Ph.D. (Head of HIVE R&amp;D, Senior Software Architect)</p><p>Balint Balazs, Ph.D., did his master’s degree in info-bionics engineering from PPKE, Budapest. He completed a Ph.D. at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), Heidelberg, titled “A new angle on light-sheet microscopy and real-time image processing.” He has been working at Bruker Luxendo GmbH since 2018, and is currently serving as Head of HIVE R&amp;D and as a Senior Software Architect.</p></blockquote></div>

Bruker: Acquifer HIVE: The Next Generation of Big Data Management for Microscopy

Acquifer HIVE: The Next Generation of Big Data Management for Microscopy

Webinar on Bruker Acquifer HIVE for big microscopy data management, high-speed processing, secure storage, and scalable analysis workflows.

Acquifer HIVE: Big Data Management for Microscopy

<h4><strong>The Problem</strong></h4><p>Lab automation promises speed and scale, but too often it operates without intelligence. Researchers must translate scientific intent into rigid workflows, scripts, and parameters — requiring deep expertise and constant manual intervention. As experiments grow more complex, automation becomes harder to adapt, forcing scientists to rely on guesswork and slowing iteration.</p><h4><strong>The Solution</strong></h4><p>Stuntman brings native AI into automation to fundamentally change how experiments are run. With built-in intelligence, Stuntman allows researchers to describe their intent in plain language and have experiments designed, executed and analyzed end-to-end. Stuntman creates workflows, runs experiments, logs results, and hands data back for AI-driven interpretation – guiding experiments forward with clarity, adaptability, and purpose.</p><h4><strong>The Proof</strong></h4><p>In this webinar, see how Stuntman turns ideas into executable experiments across pharma, biopharma, materials, energy, consumer goods workflows, and more. Learn how Stuntman’s built-in AI enables experiment design, automated execution and rapid iteration — all on a single, integrated platform.</p><h4><strong>Key Learning Objectives:</strong></h4><ul><li>Understand why traditional lab automation struggles to scale with experimental complexity and where intelligence is missing.</li><li>See how Stuntman embeds native AI into automation workflows to translate scientific intent into executable experiments.</li><li>Learn how a fully integrated platform connects experiment design, execution, data logging, and AI-driven iteration across industries.</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Ruja Shrestha (Product Manager, Unchained Labs)</p><p><strong>Presenter:&nbsp;</strong>Sara Kobilka (Contributing Editor, C&amp;EN Media Group)</p></blockquote>

C&EN: Explode into AI-driven Automation with Stuntman

Explode into AI-driven Automation with Stuntman

AI-powered lab automation with Stuntman—design, execute, and iterate experiments end-to-end on one integrated platform.

<div><div id="inner_content_body_text" data-content-id="394785"><p><strong>Explore how the Litesizer DLS series turns nanoparticle and biomolecule characterization into a versatile everyday tool. In this webinar, we will demonstrate how to measure particle size, zeta potential for stability assessment, molecular mass, and more on a single platform, while maintaining intuitive and efficient workflows.</strong></p><p>You will learn how patented cmPALS technology increases confidence in zeta potential results, how automatic angle selection and transmittance monitoring support robust DLS measurements across different sample types, and how to select cuvettes and settings to avoid common measurement artifacts.</p><p>Finally, we discuss options to increase throughput and productivity in pharma, biotech, and advanced materials labs – such as running larger series of formulations or stress tests in one go – so you can move faster from screening to decision-making.&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Choose your time!</strong></h4><ol><li>Mar 11, 2026 09:00 AM – 10:00 AM (CET UTC+01:00)</li><li>Mar 11, 2026 05:00 PM – 06:00 PM (CET UTC+01:00)</li></ol><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Henrique Brasil</p><p>Dr. Henrique Brasil holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering, with extensive research experience from the University of Graz in Austria, where he specialized in the conversion of lignin and lignocellulosic biomass. Experienced in the synthesis and characterization of heterogeneous catalysts, ethanol conversion, and biofuel production from vegetable oils, he joined Anton Paar in 2022 as a product specialist and is now the product manager for our characterization product line.</p></blockquote></div></div>

Anton Paar: Unlock Nanoparticle Analysis: Advanced DLS and Zeta Potential Solutions

Unlock Nanoparticle Analysis: Advanced DLS and Zeta Potential Solutions

Master nanoparticle and biomolecule analysis with Litesizer DLS—accurate size, zeta potential, and high-throughput workflows.

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