February 11, 2020  
Spectroscopy Spotlight
Using Nanopore Sensors to Analyze and Characterize Heparin and Other Therapeutic Polysaccharides
Solid-state silicon nitride (SiNx) nanopore sensors, when combined with specially tuned sensing conditions, can be used to analyze natural and synthetic oligosaccharides and polysaccharides like the anticoagulant drug heparin. Recent foundational work in the use of nanopores for sensing is providing a platform for the development of new assays applicable to clinical heparin and other therapeutic molecules. Nanopore sensors can also be combined with spectroscopic techniques for a wide variety of analytical applications. Recently, we spoke to Jason R. Dwyer, of the University of Rhode Island (USA) and a FACSS
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The Emerging Leader in Spectroscopy Award
This year’s Atomic Spectroscopy award recipient, Jake Shelley, focuses on the development of plasma-based tools for mass spectrometry, which enable rapid and sensitive detection and identification of a broad range of analytes from complex matrices.
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Use of Raman Microscopy to Characterize Extractables and Leachables
Raman microscopy, combined with X-ray fluorescence, can provide detailed information about extractables and leachables from medically implantable devices.
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Applying EDXRF to Agricultural Analysis
EDXRF offers potential advantages over ICP-OES for elemental analysis in agriculture. Karen Daly and Anna Fenelon of the Agriculture and Food Development Authority of Ireland spoke to us about their work investigating agricultural applications of this technique.
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Organic Nitrogen Compounds VI: Introduction to Amides
Amides are an important functional group found extensively in polymers and proteins. There are three different families of amides. Here, is explained how to distinguish them using infrared spectroscopy.
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Advances in XRF and ICP-OES Analysis for Plant Tissue and Soil Analysis Including Cannabis
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Spectroscopist Eileen Skelly Frame Dies
Eileen M. Skelly Frame, PhD, a spectroscopist, chemistry professor, and industrial chemist, died at the age of 66 on Monday, January 13, 2020, following a year-long battle with cancer.
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A compact, MEMS-based, single-photodetector NIR device, the NanoQuest, is used to distinguish different types of textiles.
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