Application Notes: General

Polymers, generally referred to as plastics or resins, are used for a variety of purposes and have become deeply entrenched in modern life. As the petrochemical industry that produces polymers continues to grow, polymers with new structures and specialized functions continue to be developed and manufactured. Size exclusion chromatography (SEC) is a widely used technique for assessing the molecular mass of these polymers. This handbook introduces the basic principles of SEC, along with methods of analysis and examples of analysis of real samples.

GPC method development, optimization, and data interpretation can be complex and time-consuming. To support you in overcoming these challenges, we have compiled a collection of application notes covering the GPC analysis of a wide range of polymers. This application notebook provides practical insights, real-world examples, and proven methods to help you improve accuracy, streamline your workflow, and get the most from your GPC data.

When coupled with gel permeation/size exclusion chromatography, light scattering detection allows the measurement of true – or “absolute” – molecular weight (MW) of macromolecules, as opposed to the relative values obtained from conventional column calibration methods. The LenS3 MALS detector is a static multi-angle light scattering detector compatible with any UHPLC, HPLC, SEC, or GPC systems, designed to determine molecular weight and size within the range of 200-108 g/mol and 2-300 nm. This guide describes the technology, features, and functions of the LenS3 MALS Detector, along with application data examples. Learn how easy it is to utilize MALS in your polymer characterization.

Static light scattering detectors can be coupled to SEC/GPC systems for the determination of true molecular weight and size of polymers or biomolecules-independent of column calibration. This book is an essential resource for scientists and analysts using SEC or GPC, offering clear explanations of light scattering fundamentals, traditional methodologies, and the latest advancements in the field. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding or improve your analytical accuracy, this guide offers both theory and practical insights.

Metrohm’s MiPCT-ME technique enables trace-level determination of anions in N-methylpyrrolidone, ensuring lithium-ion battery quality, stability, and safety.

In this issue of “Hot Topics in Mass Spectrometry,” we highlight the role of ion mobility mass spectrometry (IM-MS) in addressing challenges in omics research, such as resolving isomeric ambiguity and enhancing sensitivity for low-abundance analytes, how selected ion flow tube mass spectrometry (SIFT-MS) is being used to conduct objective odor analysis in food and environmental samples, and the importance of sample preparation in quantitative bioanalysis.

Hot Topics in PFAS” from LCGC International, we provide a comprehensive overview of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) analysis, highlighting the evolving analytical techniques, challenges, and regulatory landscape surrounding these persistent chemicals. Key analytical challenges, such as matrix effects, sample contamination, and the lack of commercial standards, are addressed, alongside innovations like matrix-matched semiquantification for complex samples and the use of specialized HPLC columns to retain ultra-short-chain PFAS.

Efficiently desalt diverse peptides with Tecan Narrow Bore Extraction™ (NBE) columns. Reduce drying time, automate SPE cleanup, and prepare high quality samples for LC MS/MS.

We understand you are busy, needing to prioritize running instruments, reporting results and managing your laboratory to meet deadlines. We created this solution guide to explain how SCIEX systems fit in the drug development pipeline to save you time evaluating options. This guide covers bio/pharmaceutical quantitative assays from discovery to QA/QC, for large and small molecules. Happy reading!