Spectroscopy Wavelength e-newsletter:
Having trouble viewing this e-mail? Click here.

 
May 19, 2015

Spectroscopy Spotlight

Two Applications for Spectroscopic Imaging
Label-free imaging using intrinsic signals can be used to examine the behavior of molecular species in live cells. Ji-Xin Chen, a professor a Purdue University and the recipient of the 2015 Coblentz Society Craver Award, develops label-free imaging technologies to monitor cellular states on a microsecond scale and to diagnose cardiovascular disease. He recently spoke to us about two of his recent studies.

New SWIFT PLUS, with HORIBA's industry-leading Raman microscopes, provide ultrafast confocal Raman imaging with complete characterization of the sample. Add our new Synapse EMCCD for enhanced sensitivity and your most difficult samples are a thing of the past. This powerful yet cost effective technique allows you to obtain micron scale images on samples from nanomaterials, polymers, and geological sections to pharmaceutical tablets and biological cells.
Read more

Quiz
IR Spectral Interpretation Workshop: Quiz 1
How well can you analyze spectra? Test your skills with our short quiz!
   
GET THE POWER OF A SYNCHROTRON IN YOUR LAB
A Synchrotron IR beamline provides the ability to analyze biomedical samples down to the micron level of detail. The Agilent Cary 620 FTIR Imaging Microscope, with its unsurpassed IR energy and proprietary high magnification optics, provides similar capabilities...only faster and in the convenience of your own lab.

Get access to your own Synchrotron every day of the year.
   
  Featured Article
An Accurate-Mass Database for Screening Pesticide Residues in Fruits and Vegetables by Gas Chromatography–Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry
This study evaluated the capabilities of GC with time-of-flight MS for screening pesticides using a purpose-built accurate-mass database. Qualitative and quantitative results were compared with those obtained using GC with triple-quadrupole MS.
   
BERM 14 Symposium
The 14th International Symposium on Biological and Environmental Reference Materials will be held October 11-15, 2015 in National Harbor, Maryland USA. Participants at BERM 14 will have a unique opportunity to interact with key players and institutions from around the world that are involved with reference materials. Call for abstracts, partnership and exhibitor applications, and registration can be found at
www.sigma-aldrich.com/berm
   
  Featured News
Analysis of Edible Clams Uses Total Reflection X-ray Spectrometry
Researchers in Spain and Portugal recently used X–ray fluorescence spectrometry and total reflection X–ray fluorescence spectrometry to investigate the chemical composition with respect to major, minor, trace, and ultratrace elements in several clam species that are frequently used for human consumption worldwide.
   
Selecting the best ICP-OES plasma interface for your research
Learn core concepts surrounding optical interfaces available for ICP-OES spectrometers and the strengths and weaknesses of each. Learn how each works and why the interface should be a major factor in your selection of the best instrument for your research. The paper also introduces a unique new approach called MultiView.
Learn More
   
Better Coffee Through Spectroscopy
Researchers at Monash University used electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy and in vitro antiradical assays to study the radical content and antiradical capacity of Coffea arabica sourced from an industrial roasting plant.

Featured Products
uRaman Micro-Raman Spectroscopy Confocal Raman Module
uRaman-X: Compact micro-Raman Laser module, provides user with the flexibility to connect, via optical fibre cable to their own detector ranging from compact to high end spectrometer. Learn More HORIBA's Swift PLUS ultra fast confocal Raman imaging module obtains micron-scale images on samples such as nanomaterials, polymers, geological sections, pharmaceutical tablets, and biological cells. Read More
Instant Handheld Raman Analyzer apyron – Automated Raman Imaging
Integrating seamlessly at all phases of the manufacturing process, Metrohm's Raman analyzer (Mira) provides rapid measurements for identification, screening and confirmation. From raw materials to final product quality control, Mira brings the analysis to the sample. Learn More The intuitive apyron automated system provides high Raman signal sensitivity, outstanding spectral and spatial resolution, and ultra-fast acquisition times for your chemical imaging applications. It features TruePower, an automated absolute Laser power determination in mW. Learn More
Adulterant Screen™ Software PerkinElmer's Hyphenated Technology
Adulterant Screen™ software on PerkinElmer's entire range of FT–IR and NIR systems takes a novel approach to adulterant detection, with sophisticated algorithms that quickly detects both targeted and non-targeted economic adulterants. Learn More Coupling, or hyphenating, two instruments can uncover results and insights not possible with individual techniques. Learn how hyphenation advances the power of your analysis. Learn More
NEW Spotlight Microscopy Systems The Z Handheld LIBS Analyzer EM CCD camera
PerkinElmer's Spotlight microscope systems are designed for scientists facing increasingly challenging samples demanding higher sensitivity, and simpler analysis and workflows. Delivering intelligent automation, state-of-the-art technologies, easy-to-use software, and simple tools for set up. Learn More The Z is the world's smallest, lightest, highest performance handheld LIBS analyzer. It features proprietary our proprietary laser, and operates on an Android platform processor. The Z offers apps for alloy, geochem and other materials, in addition to a desktop calibration and spectral analysis package. Contact SciAps.com for more information or a demonstration.
HORIBA's Synapse EM deep-cooled EMCCD scientific camera for low light and ultra fast spectroscopy has sensor formats of 1600x200 or 1600x400, 16 µm pixel size, and standard dual readout mode for EMCCD and CCD modes. Read More
 
   New Webcasts
What does USP Chapter <2232> on Elemental Contaminants in Dietary Supplements Mean for You?
LIVE WEBCAST: Thursday, June 25, 2015 at 8:00am PDT/ 11:00am EDT/ 4:00pm BST/ 5:00pm CEST
Sign Up Now >>

New Ways of Automating Analysis in Confocal Raman Imaging
LIVE WEBCAST : Wednesday, May 27th, 2015 at 8am PDT/11 am EDT/4 pm BST/5 pm CEST
Sign Up Now >>

   On Demand Webcasts
The Diversity of UV-Vis-NIR Techniques for Nanomaterial Characterization
Learn More

Demystifying Sample Preparation for Trace Metal Analysis:
How Automation Can Make Light Work of the Sample-to-Results Workflow

Learn More

Improve Analysis Precision for ICP-OES and ICP-MS for Environmental and Geological Applications
Learn More