X-Ray Fluorescence and the Pharmaceutical Industry: Implementing an Age-Old Technique
Wavelength-dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) has for decades been widely implemented in quality control for many industries including, steel and alloy production, cement, plastics, glass, food, oil exploration and refining. It has been shown to be a highly stable, simple to operate, and reliable technique. In this podcast we will discuss the use of WDXRF, a direct analysis technique for the detection and quantification of elements/composition and elemental impurities in pharmaceuticals. On-going testing among various pharmaceutical companies has shown that it can be used to demonstrate compliance with regulations, such as ICH-Q3D and USP 232/233. However, this technique has not been fully exploited within this industry. Furthermore, we will discuss the ability to analyze final product as unadulterated pills in a non-destructive analysis.
Faster Clostridium Detection in Milk with Raman Spectroscopy
December 23rd 2024Researchers from Italy have developed a Raman spectroscopy-based method for the rapid detection of Clostridium spores in milk. This technique offers significant advantages over traditional methods, reducing detection time by nearly half while maintaining sensitivity and reliability.
Best of the Week: ATR Spectroscopy, Microplastics, Remembering Sir David McMurtry
December 20th 2024Top articles published this week include a news article on attenuated total reflectance (ATR) spectroscopy, a news article about microplastics, and a reflection on the life and career of David McMurtry.
