Atomic Total Mercury in Lean Tuna This application note demonstrates the measurement of mercury in tuna and other long-lived fish using direct mercury analysis. Simplifying Mixed-Food Microwave Sample Preparation for ICP-MS Analysis The use of Single Reaction Chamber (SRC) technology to simplify and optimize food and mixed-food microwave sample preparation for trace metal analysis using ICP-MS. Assessing the Fate of Nanoparticles During Coagulation Using SP-ICP-MS Single-particle ICP-MS is ideal for monitoring the particle size and concentration of ENPs in surface waters and the efficacy of coagulation processes to remove them. Helix CT ICP Spray Chamber with ConstantTorque Technology In this article we summarize the features and advantages of Glass Expansion's new Helix CT ICP spray chamber with ConstantTorque technology. Analysis of Trace Elements in Water by EPA Method 200.8 Using ICP-MS Presented here is an example of ICP mass spectrometry analysis of trace elements in drinking and fresh waters following the EPA 200.8 method.   Molecular Quantifying Color Differences in Plastic Components In this application note, we examine a well-defined measurement technique to maintain color consistency during manufacturing and quality control processes. Mineral Water Analysis with Raman Spectroscopy This application note documents the spectra of dissolved carbon species in mineral waters with a TSI ChemLogix EZRaman-I. Bicarbonate detection limit is about 150 mg/l. ATR-FTIR Study of Medical Cannabinoid Formulations At least 100 cannabinoids were found to have medicinal properties. Here, several formulations of cannabinoids are examined using ATR-FTIR spectroscopy. Edible Oils Analysis by FT-NIR Spectroscopy A demonstration of the analysis of edible oils using FT-NIR spectroscopy, a recognized method for measuring the iodine value and detecting food adulteration. Raman Imaging and Correlative Microscopy Techniques This application note describes variations of Confocal Raman Imaging and the benefits of its integration with an electron microscope for RISE correlative microscopy. Introduction to Flash Photolysis Spectroscopy This technical note is an introduction to flash photolysis aimed at newcomers to the technique. We present the LP980 spectrometer and show examples of applications. Cement Analysis Using XRF This application note demonstrates the use of X-ray fluorescent spectroscopy to analyze and compare the difference in composition of various cement samples quickly. Predicting Ripeness of Avocados Using NIR Spectroscopy This application note demonstrates using the StellarCASE-NIRTM portable analyzer for predicting avocado ripeness using near-infrared spectroscopy and chemometrics. Feel Like You Are Missing Raman Signal – 405 nm Can Help See More Performance improvement can potentially be achieved by using a 405 nm laser compared to the long longer-wavelength lasers more conventionally used.