Application Notes

Sort

Comparison of ICP-QQQ and MP-AES to Alternative Atomic Spectroscopy Techniques
Friday, February 17, 2017
Shane Elliott
This article gives an overview of the various atomic spectroscopy techniques available to address a range of applications in environmental science, food and agriculture, life sciences and academic ... Read More
Comparison of Crystallization Behavior of Different-Colored Polypropylene Parts Using a Single DSC Experiment
Friday, January 20, 2017
James A. Browne
A compositional analysis may explain the reasons for variations in processing behavior, but is time consuming and expensive. As an alternative, straightforward differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) ... Read More
Comparing the Stability of Protein Formulations
Friday, November 10, 2017
Michael Drenski
Because most therapeutic protein formulations are difficult and expensive to produce at high yields, biopharma companies need tools that provide rapid, high-quality protein stability information with ... Read More
Comparative QC Test Methods for Toothpaste Consistency
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Robert McGregor
Important quantitative data can be obtained in the study of viscosity by measuring the consistency of toothpaste, i.e., thickness, ease of handling and ability to retain position, and observing the ... Read More
Comparative Analysis of Antinuclear Antibody and Antinuclear Antibody Spectrum
Friday, February 28, 2014
Cui Kong Jianwei Zhou Jinsong Sun Aihua Shen Qin Song Xinke Chen Li Li
The occurrence of autoimmune disease (AID) has increased 3–5% and has had a significant impact on human health. The detection of serum antinuclear antibody (ANA) is beginning to receive more attention... Read More
Compact Spectroscopy Instrumentation: On-Board Smarts or External Computer?
Tuesday, February 01, 2005
Hector Lara Ron Hartmayer
Compact, array-based spectrometers continue to develop in response to advances in detector, microprocessor, storage, and display technology. Read More
Compact HPLC Systems for the Analysis of Pesticides, Dyes and Drugs
Friday, January 20, 2017
Vlad Orlovsky Yury Zelechonok Konstantin Tchalukov
The analyzer described in this article provides fast analysis of food dyes commonly used in products in the beverage and pharmaceutical industries, as well as high-resolution separation of a complex ... Read More
Combined Mid-IR/Near-IR Spectrometers in Materials Characterization
Monday, September 03, 2007
Jerry Sellors
When analysts are faced with the decision of selecting either mid-IR or near-IR spectroscopy for materials characterization, the decision is usually based on the analytical, sampling, and/or ... Read More
Cold Chain-of-Custody Management Solutions for the Transport of Temperature-Sensitive Biological Samples
Tuesday, August 07, 2018
Tina Middleton Michael Lebbin
This article highlights technologies that help to ensure optimal maintenance of the cold chain, and therefore sample integrity, when relocating valuable temperature-sensitive materials. Read More
Cloud-Point Extraction/Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectrometry for the Determination of Trace Rhodium in Water Samples
Thursday, March 14, 2019
Quan Han Xiaohui Yang Yaping He Yanyan Huo Jiangyan Wu Longhu Yang Huan Wang
A method for the determination of ultratrace rhodium by cloud point extraction coupled with graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometry has been developed. Read More
Closing the Consumption Gap: Making GC More Accessible
Friday, November 04, 2016
Eric Denoyer Paul Deitrick
Gas chromatography users agree on at least two things: that GC is a mature technology, and that the performance and features of instrumentation largely meet the application requirements for which GC ... Read More
Clinical Chemistry Analyzers for Improved Diagnostic Testing
Wednesday, June 06, 2012
Graeme McNeill
In these challenging economic times, many laboratories and hospitals are being affected by budgetary constraints; thus, in addition to quality and speed, customers demand increased consolidation in... Read More
Chromatographic Characterization of a Highly Retentive Stationary Phase
Friday, April 08, 2011
Dafydd Milton
When developing a new method, one of the most important goals for the chromatographer is to achieve a consistent, reproducible separation. Read More
Choosing the Right Vacuum Pump for Your Application
Wednesday, March 13, 2019
Ross Palmer
With so many styles and capacities to choose from, knowing which vacuum pump will be right for your extraction lab can be challenging. Read More
Choosing the Right Centrifuge for Your Application
Tuesday, January 01, 2008
Tammy Goodman
A centrifuge is a critical piece of equipment for the laboratory, and often a significant investment. Read More
Choosing Solvent Packaging to Increase Laboratory Efficiency and Quality While Reducing Waste Disposal Costs
Monday, November 01, 2010
Jim Westra Qing Ping Han Paul McCoy Rosanne Isom Mark Hayward
Laboratory scientists have a finite number of work hours to accomplish their required research. The annual cost of a scientist and laboratory space for this research in today’s modern, instrument ... Read More
Choosing Conservation Over Conversion: The Great Helium Debate
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Frank Kandl Reginald Bartram
In recent months, the growing shortage of helium has gained national attention and raised concerns of availability and cost among users. Laboratories in particular rely on helium for analytical ... Read More
Choosing a LIMS: Configuration vs Customization
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Simon Wood
When choosing a LIMS, users should consider two distinct methodologies: configuration and customization. Read More
Characterizing Nanoparticles in Liquids: Protein Aggregation Studies
Monday, September 16, 2013
Pauline Carnell Sarah Newell
Many patients’ lives have been improved with the use of monoclonal antibodies and recombinant proteins since their commercialization about 30 years ago. Work in the field of therapeutic proteins ... Read More
Characterization of Synthetic Block Copolymers by LC-MS
Monday, February 18, 2008
Suze M. van Leeuwen BoonHua Tan Dirk W. Grijpma Jan Feijen Uwe Karst
The basis for the physical properties of a (polymeric) material is found in its chemical composition. Read More