November 18th 2024
A series of lectures focusing on emerging analytical techniques used to analyse food contamination took place on Wednesday 6 November 2024 at RAFA 2024 in Prague, Czech Republic. The session included new approaches for analysing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), polychlorinated alkanes (PCAS), Mineral Oil Hydrocarbons (MOH), and short- and medium-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs and MCCPs).
A Rapid Approach to Extract and Separate Compounds from Juglands mandshurica Maxim. Exocarp
November 16th 2023This study employed an integrated method of homogenization-ultrasound-assisted extraction followed by high-speed countercurrent chromatography for efficient separation of naphthoquinones and diarylheptanes from green walnut husks.
Machine Learning Models Help Researchers Predict the Ages of Ginseng
November 9th 2023To combat fraudulent sales of low-aged ginseng disguised as high-aged ginseng, scientists from Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine created machine learning models to predict the ages of ginseng samples.
Improved Solvent Screening for Precise Chromatographic Fractionation of Complex Samples
November 8th 2023An efficient solvent system screening approach that streamlines fractionation of compounds with similar UV absorption eliminates the need for individual partition coefficient calculations, and coupled with preparative HPLC purification, led to the isolation of seven c-glycosyl flavonoids and an amino acid from barley seedlings.
LC and Green Chemistry Advancements in Lenvatinib Stability Testing and Environmental Responsibility
October 23rd 2023A novel lenvatinib stability-indicating method, developed through a quality by design (QbD) approach and embracing principles of green chemistry, offers a robust solution for ensuring the drug's stability under various conditions.
HPLC and LC–MS Estimation of Goserelin Acetate Sustained-Release Implant Impurity
October 21st 2023Researchers have developed a meticulous method for analyzing impurities in a product used for early treatment of breast cancer in premenopausal and perimenopausal women, shedding light on the product’s degradation pathways.
MLP–HPLC–UV Method Simultaneously Determines Three Triterpenic Acids in Jujube Fruit
October 19th 2023Researchers have developed a method for the simultaneous determination of betulinic acid, oleanolic acid, and ursolic acid in jujube extract, utilizing high performance liquid chromatography with ultraviolet detection (HPLC–UV) coupled with multilayer perceptron networks, offering a more efficient alternative to classical HPLC techniques.
Two IMS-MS Modalities Assist Nonenzymatic Posttranslational Modification Studies Without Mass Loss
October 13th 2023Researchers at two US colleges have utilized ion mobility spectrometry–mass spectrometry (IMS-MS) to analyze nonenzymatic posttranslational modifications and peptide cleavages in a single peptide system, revealing insights into critical biomarkers for age-related diseases.
Q&A: FDA Talks to LCGC About Chromatographic Techniques for PFAS Detection in Food Supply
October 13th 2023FDA scientists have expanded the number of analytes in their analytical method for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), partly in response to updated guidance out of the European Union (EU) on method parameters and limits of quantification (LOQs).
Advances in Liquid Chromatography for Mustard Agent Exposure Biomonitoring Revealed
October 10th 2023Valérie Pichon's review in Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry delves into sophisticated liquid chromatography techniques for detecting albumin adducts, vital biomarkers in retrospective mustard agent exposure monitoring, offering a broader window of detection than urine-based methods.
New 2D LC–MS Analytical Method Unveils the Secrets of Ancient Chinese Herbal Formula HGWD
October 10th 2023A comprehensive analytical approach utilizing online two-dimensional liquid chromatography coupled with hybrid linear ion trap orbital trap mass spectrometry, has enabled the in-depth analysis of Huangqi Guizhi Wuwu decoction, identifying 170 chemical constituents and offering insights into its complex chemical composition and potential therapeutic properties.
New HPLC-UV Method Detects Amino Acids in Foods with High Precision
October 9th 2023Researchers have developed a highly sensitive and cost-effective HPLC-UV method for simultaneously detecting 36 D/L-amino acids in foods, opening new avenues for food quality control and shedding light on the significance of D-amino acids in nature.