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| Technology Forum |
Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy
Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) has been used for real-world applications ranging from mining sample analysis to threat analysis to industrial process control. Participants in this Technology Forum are Benjamin W. Smith of the University of Florida, Andrzej Miziolek of the US Army Research Laboratory, and Steve Buckley of Photon Machines, Inc.
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SAY GOODBYE to flammable and expensive gases.
SAY HELLO to the NEW Agilent 4100 MP-AES.
The Agilent 4100 Microwave Plasma-Atomic Emission Spectrometer is the most significant advancement in atomic spectroscopy in decades. It runs entirely on air, which means your lab can perform unattended multi-element analyses while eliminating flammable and expensive gases.  Watch this video to learn more about the Agilent 4100 MP-AES. |
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| Featured Products |
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Quality Inspection of Solar Simulators
Ocean Optics has introduced the RaySphere Optical Measurement System for absolute irradiance measurements of solar simulators and radiant sources. RaySphere includes a powerful software interface that calculates irradiance values (mW/cm2/nm) over various ranges from 380-1700 nm.
 www.oceanoptics.com/products/raysphere.asp
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NEW PinAAcle 900 AA Spectrometers
PerkinElmer’s new PinAAcle™ 900 series brings AA performance to new heights. Engineered with an array of exciting technological advances, it offers a variety of configurations and capabilities to deliver exactly the level of performance you need.
 See the PinAAcle 900 at work – watch the video |
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Prodigy-H for the Analysis of Halogens
Prodigy-H enables you to quantify both halogen and metal content of samples simultaneously.Including all the capabilities of our Prodigy ICP Plus a “deep” UV sensitive detection system for unprecedented wavelength coverage (134 – 1100 nm).  http://www.teledyneleemanlabs.com/products/icp/
advanced_capabilities/prodigy_h.asp
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Do you need accurate sample composition determination?
Using the Volborth Dual Grinding Method the McCrone Micronising mill can be used for determination of the true or original elemental composition of a sample by subjecting it to two parallel grinding operations, using different grinding element materials.
Dual grinding is required for analyses of the very highest quality.
For further information please visit
 www.mccrone.co.uk |
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| Featured News |
IFPAC 2012 Conference Preview
The 26th International Forum and Exhibition Process Analytical Technology (Process Analysis and Control) (IFPAC) conference will be held January 22–25, 2012 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront (Baltimore, Maryland). For more than 25 years, the conference has discussed trends in technology, standards, and controls with industry, academic, and government experts.
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High-resolution Simultaneous ICP Emission Spectrometer
Achieve high-speed measurement with the highest resolution of any system on the market using Shimadzu’s ICPE-9000. The ICPE-9000 features stable, sensitive performance over extended periods, reduced running costs, and easier, more accurate analysis with software functions such as a method development assistant, method diagnosis assistant, and automatic wavelength calibration.  Learn more. |
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Upcoming Webcasts |
Raman Spectroscopy for Pharmaceutical Product Development and Manufacturing
Thursday, November 10, 2011
11:00 AM EST
This session will discuss applications of Raman spectroscopy in pharmaceutical development as well as in the manufacturing of both active pharmaceutical ingredients and drug products.
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Raman Spectroscopy and Imaging in Biomedical Research
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
11:00 AM EST
This webinar will take the audience through the basic principles of the technique, how measurements are made and finally to some of the novel and innovative applications currently in cell research applied to biomedicine.
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| Question of the Week |
Which potential LIBS application would be the most interesting to you or your research group?
A) Treated and nontreated wood waste
B) Scrap metal identification and sorting
C) Process monitoring and quality control
D) Biomedical (including dental–mineralized tissues, soft tissues, as well as pathogen–bacteria identification)
E) First responders
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Last Month's Results |
Which types of lasers are used in your laboratory?
Gas |
50% |
Chemical |
25% |
Semiconductor |
25% |
Dye |
0% |
Metal vapor |
0% |
Solid state |
0% |
Other |
0% |
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| Upcoming Events |
13 – 19 November
11th International Conference on Laser Ablation (COLA 2011)
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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14 – 16 November
Eastern Analytical Symposium
Somerset, NJ
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11 – 15 December
International Symposium on Surface Science — Focusing on Nano-, Bio-, and Green Technologies (ISSS-6)
Tokyo, Japan
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8–14 January 2012
2012 Winter Conference on Plasma Spectrochemistry
Tucson, AZ
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14 – 18, January 2012
MSACL 2012 – Mass Spectrometry: Applications to the Clinical Lab
San Diego, CA
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22-25 January 2012
IFPAC®-2010, The Twenty-Sixth International Forum and Exhibition
Baltimore, MD
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