The Column-05-17-2012

The Column

Lacquered up

May 17, 2012

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A team of Japanese scientists has developed a method for analysing the identity of a lacquer source using lithium ion (Li+) attachment mass spectrometry (Li+IAMS).

Alcohol determination

May 17, 2012

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A rapid method has been developed for detecting ethyl carbamate (EC) in alcohol.

Migraine pain

May 17, 2012

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Migraines and chronic daily headaches can have a debilitating effect on day-to-day life. By using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) it has been found that iron accumulation in the brain has been correlated with both the duration of illness and the frequency of attacks.