Molecular Spectroscopy

This year’s Emerging Leader in Molecular Spectroscopy Award recipient is Joseph P. Smith of Merck, whose research is significantly influencing pharmaceutical process development through his work in various spectroscopic techniques, biocatalysis, protein engineering, vaccine production, and advanced data analysis methods.

In the final part of our interview with Nick Stone, he discusses standardizing Raman technology across multiple clinical centers, and what it means to him to be attending the SciX Conference as the recipient of the Charles Mann award.

In part 2 of our conversation with Nick Stone, we discuss topics such as machine learning (ML) and spectrometer transferability in clinical settings.

In a preview to the upcoming SciX Conference October 20 to 25 in Raleigh, North Carolina, Spectroscopy sat down with Nick Stone of the University of Exeter to discuss his recent work in oncology and clinical analysis.

Joseph P. Smith, Director of Process R&D Enabling Technologies at Merck has been awarded the 2024 Emerging Leader in Molecular Spectroscopy Award, recognizing his significant contributions to the advancement of molecular spectroscopy in the pharmaceutical industry.

A recent study from the Center for Research on Archaeometry and Conservation Science demonstrated the value of using μ-Raman spectroscopy to analyze ancient ceramics.

In this interview, originally published in European Spectroscopy News 44 in 1982, Dave Briggs sat down with 1981 Nobel Prize winner Kai Manne Börje Siegbahn to discuss his career and work in spectroscopy.

In this article, we show a cross-sectional map of a film compared to a depth profile to evaluate the quality of depth profile measurements.

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 published in Food Frontiers shows how Raman spectroscopy is being applied in biomedical sciences and what it means for the industry moving forward.

A recent study used Raman spectroscopy to analyze the crystalline state of minerals.

A recent study showcased how a new Raman spectrometer can improve planetary material analysis.

A recent study from Hefei University examined the role that Raman spectroscopy has played in food safety analysis.

A recent study published in the International Journal of Molecular Science shows how Raman spectroscopy combined with machine learning can serve as an improved alternative detection method to preclinical Alzheimer’s diagnosis.

A recent review article discusses four advanced Raman techniques, including surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), Raman tweezers (RTs), tip-enhanced Raman scattering (TERS), and Raman mapping/imaging (RM/RI), and how these techniques are being applied for the detection of micro- and nanoplastics.

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.

Spectroscopy published stories this work that covered topics such as fluorescence spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and hyperspectral imaging.

A recent study examined how advancements in Raman spectroscopy have aided breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.

A research team from the Manipal Academy of Higher Education in India examined how Raman spectroscopy and machine learning can be used to classify microplastics in water sources.

Below is a compilation of articles from our Molecular Spectroscopy Workbench column.

A recent study from Hebei North University developed and tested a new fluorescence probe designed to improve copper detection.

A recent study showcases how a new rapid colorimetric nanosensor can make the process of detecting hydrogen peroxide in milk products more sustainable.

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

A recent study demonstrated experimental sensing on field-resolved molecular fingerprinting using scanning techniques.

Researchers from Peking University and Kwansei Gakuin University are developing a new approach to analyze intermolecular interactions using two-dimension correlation spectroscopy.

A recent study from the University of Bristol shows how Raman spectroscopy can be used to distinguish between ivory belonging to elephants or mammoths.

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

A recent study from Shenzhen University used a novel biosensor based on Fano resonance to improve the detection of cancer.

To improve the robustness and accuracy of logistic regression identification method, a new Raman spectroscopy identification method was proposed that combines a distributionally robust optimization technique and fused lasso technique with logistic regression. Then, Raman spectroscopy was used to analyze two types of dairy products that were collected for anti-jamming identification testing to verify the effectiveness of the new method.