November 19th 2024
Microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) are emerging contaminants requiring robust analytical techniques for identification and quantification in diverse environmental and biological matrices. This review highlights various spectroscopy methods, such as Raman, FT-IR, NIR, ICP-MS, Fluorescence, X-ray, and NMR detailing their methodologies, sample handling, and applications for characterizing MPs and NPs.
Technological Analysis of Glazed Tiles Unearthed from Bao’ensi in Nanjing
June 23rd 2023UV-Vis-NIR can be used to understand how ancient buildings were constructed. Here, a UV-Vis-NIR and EDXRF spectrophotometer were used to analyze glazed tiles that comprised a historical site built in Ancient China.
NIR and Raman Spectroscopy Show Promise in Predicting Ice Cream Mix Viscosity
June 12th 2023Researchers have conducted a preliminary study on the potential use of near-infrared (NIR) and Raman spectroscopy for predicting ice cream mix viscosity. The study highlights the promising performance of NIR spectroscopy and serves as a starting point for further investigations into in situ application of these analytical tools in the ice cream manufacturing process.
New Photoswitchable Cationic Spiropyrans Unveil Promising NIR Fluorescence for Biomedical Imaging
May 26th 2023A research team has developed new photoswitchable cationic spiropyrans that exhibit near-infrared (NIR) fluorescence, opening up exciting possibilities for enhanced biomedical imaging applications. This breakthrough study highlights the potential of these compounds as valuable tools for advancing imaging technologies in the field of biomedicine.
Machine Learning-Enabled NIR Spectroscopy for Pharmaceutics Data Selection
April 19th 2023This study is an important contribution to the field of machine learning-enabled NIR spectroscopy, offering researchers a systematic method for selecting representative subsamples from existing data with quality measures, diagnostic tools, and visualization techniques.
Process Analytical Technology (PAT) Model Lifecycle Management
March 1st 2023The accuracy of prediction models based on spectroscopic measurements can be influenced by a variety of factors, including aging equipment. Continuous monitoring is key to managing the PAT model lifecycle and ensuring that changes over time do not negatively affect prediction model performance.
Spectrometers in Wonderland: Shrinking, Shrinking, Shrinking
November 1st 2022In the past 20 years, spectrometers have shrunk dramatically in size, and this shrinking has been achieved with only modest performance reductions in sampling versatility, spectral range, spectral resolution, and signal-to-noise.
Spectral Sensing Using a Handheld NIR Module Based on a Fully Integrated Sensor Chip
A novel approach to NIR spectral sensing, using a miniaturized fully-integrated multipixel array of resonant-cavity-enhanced InGaAs photodetectors, enables sensors with a millimeter-scale footprint and wafer-scale fabrication. This multipixel sensor does not measure the full spectrum, but rather a limited number of spectral regions with limited resolution (50–100 nm).
A Survey of Basic Instrument Components Used in Spectroscopy, Part 2: Optical Materials and Designs
June 1st 2022In this second part of this four-part series on spectroscopy instrument components, we take a closer look at optical components or subassemblies used for vibrational spectroscopy instruments.