July 11th 2024
Shaanxi University of Technology scientists recently used analytical techniques including gas chromatography to identify various volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in different types of Chinese bacon.
New Device Developed to Detect Pollutants in Vehicle Emissions
May 15th 2023A new methodology for trapping polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons from vehicular emissions using an in-tube extraction device (IT-FEx) and analyzing them through gas chromatography-barrier ionization discharge detection (GC-BID) has been developed and tested successfully, according to a study published in the Journal of Chromatography A.
Proteotypic Peptides of Hairs Can Be Used for Species Identification Using Mass Spectrometry
May 5th 2023A new published study introduces a simple and fast way to differentiate between animal species based on their hair. The in-sample digestion method coupled with mass spectrometry analysis was successfully tested on multiple species.
Ion Chromatography Helps Researchers Identify Forest Fire Emissions in Rainfall Samples
April 28th 2023Researchers have shown the effectiveness of ion chromatography (IC) in identifying markers of forest fire emissions in rainfall samples, providing valuable insights into the signature of forest fire emissions and aiding in the development of models to predict and control air pollution resulting from these events.
ESI-MS: The Future of Single-Cell Proteomics
April 28th 2023Recent advancements in electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (ESI-MS) for single-cell proteomics are highlighted in a review article, including various separation techniques and MS instrumentation used to improve sample throughput and coverage.
Article Published on Recent Trends in Suppressor Techniques for Ion Chromatography
April 27th 2023New article reviews the progress in suppression techniques for ion chromatography from 1981 to 2022, with an emphasis on the last ten years, and discusses the current challenges and future prospects regarding suppressors.
Carol V. Robinson Wins 2023 John B. Fenn Award for Distinguished Contribution in Mass Spectrometry
April 24th 2023Carol V. Robinson of the University of Oxford has been named the 2023 recipient of the ASMS John B. Fenn Award for Distinguished Contribution in Mass Spectrometry. Robinson will receive the award at the 2023 ASMS Conference in Houston, Texas, which takes place June 4–8.
Three-Dimensional Printing in Ion Mobility and Mass Spectrometry
October 7th 2021Interest in three-dimensional (3D) printing technology is expanding rapidly. What impact can it have in mass spectrometry? Robert Winkler, of the Center for Research and Advanced Studies Irapuato, in Guanajuato, Mexico, is exploring this question. We recently spoke with Prof. Winkler about this work.
Ion Mobility–Mass Spectrometry (IM–MS): Enhancing Performance of Analytical Methods
June 1st 2021Modern ion mobility–mass spectrometry (IM–MS) is a key separation technology for detailed molecular characterization studies and also as part of emerging data acquisition strategies for demanding small molecule and several applications. Here is what you need to know.