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September 8, 2015


Spectroscopy Spotlight

Growing Applications of XRF Spectroscopy: In the Field, the Factory, and the Lab
As a fast, quasi-nondestructive analytical technique, X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy is useful for a wide range of applications. To get a sense of the current breadth of XRF's use and its potential growth in new areas, we asked a panel of experts to comment on the most important application areas for XRF, including the challenges involved and how XRF competes with other techniques.

Dedicated Dialogue: Raman Spectroscopy in Process Control
Emerging technical developments have fueled interest in Raman spectroscopy for use in identification of unknown compounds in solid and liquid samples and for the verification of known products. Spectroscopy recently discussed the latest applications of Raman techniques in process control with Stacey Carrier, Systems Product Manager at tec5USA, who will be attending SciX this month. Click here to access the podcast and view the whitepaper.

Featured Interviews

ICP-MS for Environmental and Bioimaging Research
Inductively coupled plasma–mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) has become a successful approach for fast, multi elemental analysis. Uwe Karst and his group at the University of Münster in Germany use ICP-MS for applications such as analyzing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) contrast agents in river water, speciation analysis to study a disease related to renal failure, and examining the distribution of a labeling compound in mouse tumor cells and macrophages. He recently spoke to us about this work.

The Rise of an Alternative Ion Source
Primarily developed for work in metal speciation, the liquid sampling-atmospheric pressure glow discharge ionization source is moving into other areas of research, such as laser ablation. R. Kenneth Marcus, a professor in analytical chemistry at Clemson University and the winner of the 2015 Lester W. Strock award, recently spoke to Spectroscopy about his group's work developing the LS-APGD ionization source and where he sees its use heading in the future.

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This in depth report explores how new engineering innovations are significantly reducing operational costs for ICP-OES spectrometers and dramatically improving instrument performance and throughput.
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  Featured Articles
Using Near-Infrared Spectroscopy to Monitor the Curing Reaction of Silicone Adhesives
Quality control of silicones used in medicinal implants is challenging, and traditional methods waste a lot of raw material. In this study, NIR spectroscopy has been used to replace the traditional rheometric measurements, with excellent results. The NIR method enables improved quality control and a more economical process.

In Situ FTIR Analysis of Soils for Forensic Applications
Although handheld FT-IR spectrometers now make it possible to carry out field-based FT-IR analysis of soils at a crime scene, reliable and tested protocols are not yet available for such work. Here, we discuss sampling options and describe tests of a methodology that is being developed for in situ FT-IR analysis of soil samples.

Demystifying Sample Preparation for Trace Metal Analysis: How Automation Can Make Light Work Of the Sample-to-Results Workflow
Spectroscopy's webinar, "Demystifying Sample Preparation for Trace Metal Analysis: How Automation Can Make Light Work Of the Sample-to-Results Workflow" is now available on-demand for you to view at your convenience along with a complimentary whitepaper. This webinar discusses the application and benefits of an intelligent on-line autodilution system for rapid and efficient analysis of challenging samples.
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Applications of Infrared Multiple Angle Incidence Resolution Spectrometry
Infrared multiple angle incidence resolution spectroscopy (IR MAIRS) provides a powerful new tool to determine the molecular structure and orientation in a thin film on an IR-transparent substrate. The MAIRS technique replaces a tedious, and sometimes impossible, combination of sample preparation and analysis of identical films on both transparent and reflective substrates.

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PHOTONIS introduces Single Piece Reflectron lens assemblies manufactured from patented Resistive Glass technology, and are designed to replace multi-piece stacked ring assemblies in mass spectrometers, for simplified service and cleaning.
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Raman Microscopy on-the-go Sprint – High Speed IR Sensor Module
Mobile µRaman™ and µ-BioRaman™ bridge the gap between microscopy and spectroscopy; bringing microRaman out of the lab, into the world at large. The mobile design provides efficient light paths; sample sensitive laser power; the integrated PZT stage increases scan speed; accommodate slides, vials, cuvettes, syringes. Increased sensitivity in SERS substrate analysis.
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   On Demand Webcasts

Squeaky Clean: Direct Spectroscopic Measurement For Cleaning Validation
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Rapid Speciation and Determination of Vanadium Compounds in Water Samples
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