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Determining Nitrophenol Isomers Using Raman SpectroscopyIn this study, the nitrophenol isomers, in solid and liquid phases, were analyzed using Raman spectroscopy, laying the groundwork for determining nitrophenol isomers in environmental monitoring with this technique.
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TOC in Waste and EluatesTuesday, November 8th 2022 at 8:00am PST | 10am CST | 11am EST Due to continuously rising quantities of produced waste worldwide, waste prevention, waste recycling, and environmentally sound disposal are becoming increasingly important. In order to properly recycle or dispose of waste, waste analysis is an essential requirement. Join us to learn about methods and solutions for the highly automated analysis of inhomogeneous sample types and difficult sample matrices.
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Efficient Discrimination of Some Moss Species by Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy and ChemometricsIn combination with attenuated total reflectance (ATR), Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy can be used to classify different moss species.
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The Fundamentals of Total Reflection X-ray FluorescenceTotal reflection X-ray fluorescence (TXRF) spectroscopy offers impressive performance, providing ultratrace elemental analysis with detection limits reaching the femtogram levels. Here, we provide a tutorial on the technique and the key steps that users should follow.
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QTRam for Content Uniformity Analysis of Low-Dose Pharmaceutical TabletsCompressed tablet is the most common form of orally administered drug. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) chapter <905> requires that dosage uniformity of such products containing less than 25 mg or less than 25% active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) by weight must be analyzed for content uniformity, which is based on the assay of each API in a number of individual dosage units.
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Effective Abatement of High Lead Level Contamination in a Forensic Firing Range via Inductively Coupled Plasma–Mass SpectrometryTest firing a firearm is frequently used for forensic firearms and bullet identification. Airborne lead-containing particles are emitted when a firearm is tested, leading to lead building up on surfaces, exposing employees to potential lead-related health risks. Prior to cleaning, lead surface concentrations in the firing range at the National Forensic Laboratory Services in Ottawa were found to be higher than the Environmental Abatement Council of Ontario (EACO) post-abatement limit, with the highest level 56 times the limit. Inductively coupled plasma–mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), along with internal standardization, revealed that wiping surfaces with either a commercial decontamination product containing ethylene glycol butyl ether (EGBE) or alcohol cleaning pads satisfied the EACO standard by removing over 90% of lead from test surfaces whereas an external cleaning company only removed 36% of lead from the same surfaces. Fortunately, lead cross-contamination was minimal outside the firearms section and well below the residential EACO limit.
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Raman Spectroscopy: A Key Technique in Investigating Carbon-Based MaterialsThis article explains the key steps of using Raman technology to investigate carbon and carbon-based materials—such as carbon nanotubes, graphene, and carbon fibers and composites—as well as the process of analyzing the spectra.
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Prediction of the Size-Dependent Raman Shift of Semiconductor Nanomaterials via Deep LearningA deep learning model for predicting the size-dependent Raman shift of semiconductor nanomaterials was demonstrated and achieved via multi-layer perceptron.
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Novel LC–MS/MS Method with a Dual ESI and APCI Ion Source for Analysis of California-Regulated Pesticides and Mycotoxins in Medium-Chain Triglyceride (MCT) Oil Cannabis TincturesAnalysis of 66 pesticides and 5 mycotoxins regulated by the State of California in cannabis tinctures were analyzed using LC–MS/MS with an ESI source, and LC–MS/MS with an APCI source. A simple, fast, and cheap acetonitrile solvent extraction method was used for sample preparation for good recovery and high throughput, and internal standards were used to compensate for ion suppression effects from the hydrophobic matrix.
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Analyzing Water Samples Using EPA Method 200.8 to Support the Lead and Copper Rule RevisionsEPA Method 200.8 and the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions don’t allow use of modern ICP-MS technology with a collision cell. Instead, correction equations can be used to compensate for polyatomic interferences.
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The Enhancement Effects of Forsythoside E on Serum Albumin Fluorescence Under Simulated Physiological ConditionsThis study examines the fluorescence enhancement effects of forsythoside E, one of metabolites of Forsythia suspensa, on human serum albumin (HSA) and bovine serum albumin (BSA) under simulated physiological conditions.
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Simultaneous Detection of Nitrate and Nitrite Based on UV Absorption Spectroscopy and Machine LearningRegulations have been imposed to set legal limits of nitrate and nitrite in water worldwide. In this study, a highly accurate and optimized ultraviolet (UV) spectroscopy method is proposed to simultaneously monitor nitrate and nitrite for rapid determination and continuous monitoring in environmental water applications.
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Letters to the Editor: H-Classic Papers in Atomic SpectroscopyA letter to the editors of Spectroscopy regarding the "H-Classic Papers in Atomic Spectroscopy" article published in the November 2021 issue, along with a response from the authors.
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Energy Dispersive XRF in Soil Analysis for the Agrifood SectorIn the agrifood sector, soil sampling and analysis is a prerequisite for accurate fertilizer management and to monitor the accumulation of heavy metals in soils. In this study, energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) was used to analyze soils with variable textures (clay and sandy) and the percent recovery of elements was compared, as a measure of accuracy.
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Synthesis of Differently Sized Gold Nanoparticles for SERS Applications in the Detection of Malachite GreenSurface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS), using gold nanoparticles, is useful for detection of low-levels of many analytes, including the water pollutant malachite green (MG).
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Raman and PSI Study of GrapheneXperRAM S combined with a phase shifting interferometer is capable of analyzing the surface structure of nanomaterials such as graphene, 2D materials, and TMD.
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When Size Matters: ICP-MS Detection of Small ObjectsNanomaterials have a tremendous impact on our daily life, but usually in a beneficial way because of their useful properties.
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QTRam for Content Uniformity Analysis of Low-Dose Pharmaceutical TabletsCompressed tablet is the most common form of orally administered drug. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) chapter <905> requires that dosage uniformity of such products containing less than 25 mg or less than 25% active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) by weight must be analyzed for content uniformity, which is based on the assay of each API in a number of individual dosage units.
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Passing the Test: Understanding Proficiency TestingLaboratories use proficiency tests (PTs) to comply with their accreditation requirements and evaluate analysts’ performance. Laboratories regard PTs as a burdensome chore that must be successfully completed to satisfy internal or external compliance or accreditation requirements. PTs are an integral part of a quality management system (QMS) under quality assurance and control (QA/AC). Understanding the core components of the QMS is an important part of passing any PT test. Unacceptable PT results may have little to do with the result itself but reflect the use and application of statistics, standards, and methods.
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Synthesis of Differently Sized Gold Nanoparticles for SERS Applications in the Detection of Malachite GreenSurface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS), using gold nanoparticles, is useful for detection of low-levels of many analytes, including the water pollutant malachite green (MG).
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In situ Monitoring of Double Metal Cyanide (DMC) Catalyst Synthesis by Raman SpectroscopyDouble metal cyanide (DMC) can be monitored in real time using an in situ Raman spectroscopy method. In this study, real-time reaction progress information from in situ Raman results enabled researchers to accurately determine the reaction end point of DMC.
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Shining Light on Graphite PurityIn this application note, we use a compact, high-resolution spectrometer to investigate the reflectance properties of graphite samples in powder form.
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A Facile Synthesis of Tannic Acid–Protected Copper Nanoclusters and the Sensitive Fluorescence Detection of Nitrite Ion Under Mild ConditionsNitrite poses health risks. This study evaluates the results of using tannic acid- protected fluorescence copper nanoclusters (TA-CuNCs) to detect nitrite in food.
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GC×GC–TOF-MS and Comprehensive Fingerprinting of Volatiles in Food: Capturing the Signature of QualityFood quality differences are dependent on botanical and geographical origins of primary food ingredients as well as storage and handling. Quality assessment for food materials, including cocoa and olive oil, is demonstrated by applying two-dimensional gas chromatography (GC×GC) combined with time-of-flight mass spectrometry (TOF-MS) and pattern recognition.
