The Column-10-17-2011

The Column

Multidimensional Analysis: Classical Heart-cut and Comprehensive GC×GC(qMS) with Rapid Scanning Quadrupole MS

October 17, 2011

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In recent years, recognition of multidimensional chromatographic technologies such as classical heart-cut MDGC, comprehensive GC×GC(MS), comprehensive LC×LC and LC×GC(MS) has increased because of their easy handling and software control. This article focuses on heart?cut MDGC and comprehensive GC×GC(qMS) using fast scanning quadrupole mass analysers.

Mollusc monitoring

October 17, 2011

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A new method for testing shellfish for toxins is being adopted more widely for use on oysters and scallops thanks to Food Standards Agency research undertaken by the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS). Previously a bioassay method was used for testing the toxins that are capable of causing serious illness in humans; however, this method involved the use of mice. In the new method no animals are used showing the agency?s commitment to adopting more humane methods for testing.

NMR/MRI applied to microfluidic chromatography

October 17, 2011

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Researchers with the US Department of Energy (DOE)?s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have coupled an award-winning remote detection version of NMR/MRI technology with a version of chromatography designed specifically for microfluidic chips giving rise to a portable system for highly sensitive multi-dimensional chemical analysis that could not be achieved with conventional technologies.

Two Dimensional Liquid Chromatography: A Powerful Tool for The Characterization of Humic Substances

October 17, 2011

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Analysis of natural compounds is becoming increasingly important. One thriving area is the evaluation and application of environmental biopolymers, such as humic substances (HSs) in various applications, including medicine, industry, agriculture and environmental protection.

Innovation in nuclear magnetic resonance

October 17, 2011

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Gareth Alun Morris, Professor of Physical Chemistry at the University of Manchester has been announced as the winner of the 2011 Russell Varian prize awarded by Agilent Technologies.

Food for thought

October 17, 2011

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the University of Maryland and Waters Corporation have opened the International Food Safety Training Laboratory (IFSTL) ? a public?private partnership that aims to raise food standards globally, according to a Water?s press release