Magic mushrooms, once taboo, have recently experienced a renaissance. This new awakening is partially due to new findings that indicate the effects of psilocybin, and its dephosphorylated cousin psilocin may produce long lasting results for patients who might be struggling with anxiety, depression, alcohol and drug abuse, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Hamilton Company has developed a methodology for the isolation and identification of 5 common psychedelic compounds used in the potential treatment of disease. The PRP-1 HPLC column resin remains stable in the harsh alkaline conditions ideal for better separations.
Progress with Alternative Solvents for SIFT-MS: 2024 Update
January 30th 2025Explore advancements in utilizing alternative solvents for SIFT-MS. This tech note introduces three new solvents—acetonitrile, N,N'-dimethylpropyleneurea (DMPU), and propylene glycol (PG)—and highlights the enhanced sensitivity and applications of existing solvents like triacetin. The findings demonstrate significant benefits in analyzing diverse VOCs while addressing challenges in method development.