Infrared (IR) Spectroscopy

Researchers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have observed a water vapor coma around main-belt comet 238P/Read. The study, led by Michael S. P. Kelley and Henry H. Hsieh, provides insights into the comet's activity driven by water-ice sublimation and distinguishes it from other comets due to the absence of significant carbon dioxide gas.

A comprehensive study of small near-Earth objects (NEOs) using spectroscopy reveals composition, source regions, and rotational properties. The research identifies S-complex asteroids as the most abundant and introduces a new subclass within this complex, yielding detailed information on the characteristics and origins of these celestial bodies.

A recent study published in Foods explored using Fourier transform mid-infrared (FT-MIR) spectroscopy combined with multivariate analysis to predict various quality parameters in craft beer.

The GeoXO system will have expanded visible and infrared imagery, and lightning mapping capabilities.

Spectroscopic analytical techniques are crucial for the analysis of environmental samples. This review emphasizes the latest advancements in several key spectroscopic methods, including atomic, vibrational, molecular, electronic, and X-ray techniques. The applications of these analytical methods in detecting contaminants and other environmental applications are thoroughly discussed.

A recent study examined the infrared (IR) spectra of carbonaceous chondrites, which revealed more information about the early Solar System.

Reclaimed asphalt (RA) is often used in many road maintenance and construction projects. A recent study demonstrated how Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) can be used to analyze RA to ensure its efficacy for new asphalt mixtures.

A recent case study in southern Australia shows how mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy can analyze overall soil quality by measuring its acidity.

This week, Spectroscopy magazine published stories about how mid-infrared spectroscopy is being used to study gas giants in our solar system and malaria vectors, among others.

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A century of mid-infrared observations has significantly advanced our understanding of the atmospheres of the giant planets in our solar system. A researcher from the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom and Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez in Chile has reviewed the developments in this field and the potential of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to further enhance our knowledge of these planets.

A recent study out of New Zealand examined how near-infrared (NIR) and mid-IR spectroscopy can be used for quality control analysis of tree bark.

A recent study highlighted how infrared (IR) spectroscopy is being used in oncology to help detect the early onset of gynecological cancers.

A recent study shows how the combination of mid-infrared (mid-IR) spectroscopy and machine learning can rapidly assess blood-feeding histories of mosquitos. We highlight this recent study here.

Korean scientists recently tested a new light detection and ranging (LiDAR)-based system for improving autonomous recognition systems.

Researchers have delved into the material composition and degradation phenomena of Barbie dolls produced between 1959 and 1976, uncovering insights into their chemical degradation and preservation challenges.

Scientists at Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University introduced a new method for leveraging Fourier Transform Infrared Reflection Anisotropy Spectroscopy for the analysis of semiconductors.

A research group from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are exploring ways to build a new mechanical method that can detect concealed explosives at airports.

Researchers at the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology have developed a rapid method to correct infrared attenuated total reflection (ATR) infrared spectra, essential for accurate analysis in various scientific fields. By bypassing iterative processes, this approach enhances efficiency and precision.

A recent study published in Analytical Chemistry examines using atomic force microscopy (AFM) in nanoscale chemical imaging in liquid and air environments.

A Researcher from Lomonosov Moscow State University has developed a convolutional neural network (CNN) model for Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectra recognition. This AI-based system is capable of classifying 17 functional groups and 72 coupling oscillations with remarkable accuracy, providing a significant boost to material analysis in fields like organic chemistry, materials science, and biology.

Spectroscopy published stories highlighting the work of Jeanette Grasselli Brown, as well as the latest analysis on spectral interpretation, atomic spectroscopy, and more.

I have been writing this column for almost 10 years, and we have reached a watershed moment. We have covered what I call the beginning and intermediate topics. However, before we venture off into advanced topics, a review is in order. I will spend the next four columns summarizing what we have learned so far so that the advanced topics will make more sense.

Spectroscopy Emerging Leader in Molecular Spectroscopy award winner Dmitry Kurouski and his team recently explored the link between fatty acids and neurodegenerative diseases.

Two distinct baseline correction methods: frequency-domain polynomial fitting, and time-domain molecular free induction decay (m-FID) are compared to determine which approach is more effective in reducing baseline errors in infrared absorption spectra.

Spectroscopy published stories on Raman, infrared spectroscopy, UV-vis, and more. Here are the top reads from the week.

A recent study analyzed the mid-infrared (mid-IR) and visible near-infrared (VNIR) spectra of primitive Main Belt asteroids.

We explore the buckminsterfullerene molecule using spectroscopy for its physical properties.

A recent study examined the ultraviolet-visible (UV-vis) and infrared (IR) spectra of theabrownins in dark tea.

A recent study uses Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy to study biochemical changes associated with child obesity.