Identifying Macromolecules (PDF)

Researchers from India developed a new micro-Raman spectroscopy system to detect and analyze microplastics.

An interview with Paul Pudney, a winner of the William F. Meggers Award.

A novel method using fluorescence labeling and differential Raman spectroscopy claims to offer a more efficient, accurate approach to detect microplastics in seawater. Developed by researchers at the Ocean University of China, this method improves both the speed and precision of microplastic identification, addressing a key environmental issue affecting marine ecosystems.

An interview with Charles Wilkins, the winner of the 2013 American Chemical Society Division of Analytical Chemistry Award in Chemical Instrumentation, sponsored by the Dow Chemical Company.

A new review highlights the promising role of non-destructive spectroscopy techniques in enhancing olive and extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) quality assessments. By combining spectroscopy with imaging, researchers uncover innovative ways to determine product authenticity and improve quality control in olive oil production.

Top articles published this week include an interview with Landulfo Silveira Jr., an article about using Raman spectroscopy in hematology, and a recap of a recent study that used infrared (IR) spectroscopy to screen for cancer.