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Jared L. Anderson – Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa
Daniel W. Armstrong – University of Texas
David S. Bell – Restek
Günther K. Bonn – Institute of Analytical Chemistry and Radiochemistry
Zachary S. Breitbach – AbbVie Inc.
Ken Broeckhoven – Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Deirdre Cabooter – KU Leuven (University of Leuven)
Peter Carr – University of Minnesota
Jean-Pierre Chervet – Antec Scientific
Jan H. Christensen – Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, University of Copenhagen
Adrian Clarke – Novartis
Danilo Corradini – Istituto di Cromatografia del CNR
André de Villiers – Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Gert Desmet – Transport Modelling and Analytical Separation Science
John W. Dolan – LC Resources
Michael W. Dong – MWD Consulting, Norwalk, Connecticut
Kevin Endres – DuPont
Szabolcs Fekete – Waters Corporation
Attila Felinger – Professor of Chemistry, Department of Analytical and Environmental Chemistry
Paul Ferguson – AstraZeneca
Francesco Gasparrini – Dipartimento di Studi di Chimica e Tecnologia delle Sostanze Biologicamente Attive, Università “La Sapienza”
Emanuela Gionfriddo – University of Buffalo
Joseph L. Glajch – Momenta Pharmaceuticals
James P. Grinias – Rowan University
Davy Guillarme – University of Geneva
Jun Haginaka – School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mukogawa Women’s University
Javier Hernández-Borges – Department of Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry Division), University of La Laguna Canary Islands
Emily Hilder – University of South Australia
John V. Hinshaw – Serveron Corp.
Tuulia Hyötyläinen – VVT Technical Research of Finland
Hans-Gerd Janssen – Van’t Hoff Institute for the Molecular Sciences,
Huba Kalász – Semmelweis University of Medicine
Hian Kee Lee – National University of Singapore
Wolfgang Lindner – Institute of Analytical Chemistry, University of Vienna
Henk Lingeman – Faculteit der Scheikunde, Free University
Tom Lynch – Analytical consultant
Ronald E. Majors – Analytical consultant
Debby Mangelings – Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Phillip Marriot – Monash University, School of Chemistry
David McCalley – Department of Applied Sciences, University of West of England
R. D. McDowall – McDowall Consulting
Michael D. McGinley – Phenomenex, Inc.
Mary Ellen McNally – FMC Agricultural Solutions
Imre Molnár – Molnar Research Institute
Luigi Mondello – Dipartimento Farmaco-chimico, Facoltà di Farmacia, Università di Messina
Peter Myers – Department of Chemistry, University of Liverpool
Janusz Pawliszyn – Department of Chemistry, University of Waterloo
Bob Pirok – University of Amsterdam
Colin Poole – Wayne State University
Douglas E. Raynie – South Dakota State University
Harald Ritchie – Advanced Materials Technology
Koen Sandra – RIC Group, Kortrijk
Pat Sandra – RIC Group, Kortrijk
Oliver Schmitz – University of Duisberg-Essen
Peter Schoenmakers – University of Amsterdam
Kevin Schug – University of Texas
Martina Catani – University of Ferrara
Robert Shellie – Deakin University
Nicholas H. Snow – Seton Hall University
Dwight Stoll – Gustavus Adolphus College
Michael E. Swartz – Karuna Therapeutics
Yvan Vander Heyden – Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Caroline West – University of Orléans
Measuring Procyanidin Concentration in Wines Using UHPLC
January 24th 2025Researchers from the University of Bordeaux (Villenave d'Ornon, France) report the development and validation of a rapid and quantitative analytical method measuring crown procyanidin concentration in red and white wines using ultra-high performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC) coupled with a ultra-high performance liquid chromatography (Q-TOF) mass spectrometer.
The Next Frontier for Mass Spectrometry: Maximizing Ion Utilization
January 20th 2025In this podcast, Daniel DeBord, CTO of MOBILion Systems, describes a new high resolution mass spectrometry approach that promises to increase speed and sensitivity in omics applications. MOBILion recently introduced the PAMAF mode of operation, which stands for parallel accumulation with mobility aligned fragmentation. It substantially increases the fraction of ions used for mass spectrometry analysis by replacing the functionality of the quadrupole with high resolution ion mobility. Listen to learn more about this exciting new development.
The Complexity of Oligonucleotide Separations
January 9th 2025Peter Pellegrinelli, Applications Specialist at Advanced Materials Technology (AMT) explains the complexity of oligonucleotide separations due to the unique chemical properties of these molecules. Issues such as varying length, sequence complexity, and hydrophilic-hydrophobic characteristics make efficient separations difficult. Separation scientists are addressing these challenges by modifying mobile phase compositions, using varying ion-pairing reagents, and exploring alternative separation modes like HILIC and ion-exchange chromatography. Due to these complexities, AMT has introduced the HALO® OLIGO column, which offers high-resolution, fast separations through its innovative Fused-Core® technology and high pH stability. Alongside explaining the new column, Peter looks to the future of these separations and what is next to come.
Testing Solutions for Metals and PFAS in Water
January 22nd 2025When it comes to water analysis, it can be challenging for labs to keep up with ever-changing testing regulations while also executing time-efficient, accurate, and risk-mitigating workflows. To ensure the safety of our water, there are a host of national and international regulators such as the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), World Health Organization (WHO), and the European Union (EU) that demand stringent testing methods for drinking water and wastewater. Those methods often call for fast implementation and lengthy processes, as well as high sensitivity and reliable instrumentation. This paper explains how your ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and LC-MS-MS workflows can be optimized for compliance with the latest requirements for water testing set by regulations like US EPA methods 200.8, 6010, 6020, and 537.1, along with ISO 17294-2. It will discuss the challenges faced by regulatory labs to meet requirements and present field-proven tips and tricks for simplified implementation and maximized uptime.