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Millipore Corporation (Billerica, Massachusetts) announced the availability of the new Milli-Q Integral water purification system, which uses tap water to supply constant-quality Type II (pure) and Type I (ultrapure) water from a single water production unit.
Millipore Launches Water Purification System
Millipore Corporation (Billerica, Massachusetts) announced the availability of the new Milli-Q Integral water purification system, which uses tap water to supply constant-quality Type II (pure) and Type I (ultrapure) water from a single water production unit.
The system combines Millipore's proven superior Elix technology with the best-in-class Milli-Q solution to produce pressurized pure and ultrapure water, providing users with direct control over water quality throughout the entire purification process. Users also benefit from low maintenance and well-controlled running costs, thanks to Elix technology and its ion-exchange resins, which are continuously regenerated by a weak electric current.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Partners with Phytronix Technologies
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. (San Jose, California) announced a strategic partnership with Phytronix Technologies, a Canada-based company, for the use of laser diode thermal desorption (LDTD) technology. LDTD technology enhances the existing Thermo Scientific TSQ Quantum LC–MS product portfolio by offering ultra fast sample analysis for both quantitative and qualitative applications in high-throughput drug discovery, drug development, food safety, and environmental applications.
JASCO and Restek Announce Collaboration
JASCO, Inc. (Easton, Maryland) and Restek Corporation (Bellefonte, Pennsylvania) announced a collaboration in the area of UHPLC instrumentation and 1.9-μm UHPLC columns. Restek will supply small particle column kits that will be included with JASCO instruments.
Pittcon 2008 Releases Topics for Conferee Networking Sessions
The Pittsburgh Conference released the topics for the Conferee Networking Sessions (CNS) which will be offered at Pittcon 2008, March 2 —7, 2008, in New Orleans at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Conferee Networking Sessions were first introduced at Pittcon 2007, and the eight sessions offered were reportedly a tremendous success.CNS Chairman Pat Bordell commented, "We were very pleased with the conferee participation in last year's sessions and wanted to build on that success for this year." One of the goals for Pittcon 2008 was to increase the number of sessions to provide more diversity in the program. She further stated, "We believe this year's expanded program that includes 27 sessions will provide a most unique and rewarding networking opportunity for conferees."
New Study Uses MSPE with GC–MS to Analyze PFCAs in Water
January 20th 2025Scientists from the China University of Sciences combined magnetic solid-phase extraction (MSPE) with gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) to analyze perfluoro carboxylic acids (PFCAs) in different water environments.
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 ion 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.
A Guide To Finding the Ideal Syringe and Needle
January 20th 2025Hamilton has produced a series of reference guides to assist science professionals in finding the best-suited products and configurations for their applications. The Syringe and Needle Reference Guide provides detailed information on Hamilton Company’s full portfolio of syringes and needles. Everything from cleaning and preventative maintenance to individual part numbers are available for review. It also includes selection charts to help you choose between syringe terminations like cemented needles and luer tips.
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.
Oasis or Sand Dune? Isolation of Psychedelic Compounds
January 20th 2025Magic mushrooms, once taboo, have recently experienced a renaissance. This new awakening is partially due to new findings that indicate the effects of psilocybin, and its dephosphorylated cousin psilocin may produce long lasting results for patients who might be struggling with anxiety, depression, alcohol and drug abuse, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Hamilton Company has developed a methodology for the isolation and identification of 5 common psychedelic compounds used in the potential treatment of disease. The PRP-1 HPLC column resin remains stable in the harsh alkaline conditions ideal for better separations.
