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February 23, 2016
 
 
Spectroscopy Spotlight
How Are ICP Methods Being Used in the Petroleum and Biofuels Industry?
Inductively coupled plasma (ICP) techniques, such as ICP coupled with mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) and ICP–optical emission spectroscopy (OES), have seen a lot of growth in recent years for the direct analysis of organic samples such as petroleum and biofuels. José-Luis Todolí, a professor at the University of Alicante in Spain, has conducted several studies in this area, including the elemental determination of metals in bioethanol using ICP-OES, and the use of a torch integrated sample introduction system as well as ICP-MS to analyze petroleum products and biofuels. He recently spoke to us about this work and other projects involving ICP techniques that his group is focused on.

MSACL 2016 US - Clinical Mass Spectrometry Conference
Conference, Exhibits and Short Courses, Feb 21-25, 2016, Palm Springs, CA. Fifteen short courses covering MALDI, Metabolomics, Proteomics, Sample Preparation, Tissue Imaging, Toxicology, R Statistical Programming, and LC-MSMS courses from beginner to expert levels.  Up to seven scientific tracks over three days, and 43+ exhibitors. Poster submission after December 16 may be considered, if space is available. Register here

Quiz

IR Spectral Interpretation Workshop: Quiz 4
How well can you analyze spectra? Test your skills with our short quiz. Do your best to assign all the peaks shown in the figure and table to determine the functional groups present. Then, put the functional groups together to come up with a proposed chemical structure. The answer will appear in the March 2016 issue of Spectroscopy.

Featured Articles

A Process for Successful Infrared Spectral Interpretation
A 12-step program to help you be more successful at interpreting IR spectra. The process includes knowing how a spectrum was measured, systematically identifying peaks, and the proper use of infrared spectral interpretation aids.

When you need to look up at biological samples, XploRA INV from HORIBA Scientific makes it easy.
XploRA INV combines XploRA's exclusive automation features and small footprint of the standard XploRA confocal Raman microscope, with unique capabilities of an inverted microscope. Easily incorporate AFM units for combined Raman-AFM analysis and TERS (Tip-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy) for the highest spatial resolution sample visualization.
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Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy for Trace-Level Dimethoate Detection Based on a Silver Nanoparticle–Probe–Smooth Gold Film Substrate
The performance of a new SERS substrate is tested for trace detection of a pesticide.

Choose Agilent to Equip Your PerkinElmer Systems
Agilent offers the supplies, expertise and comprehensive services to help you achieve optimum performance for your PerkinElmer spectroscopy instruments. For example, Agilent supplies can double your ICP-OES sample throughput, and can eliminate batch testing of hydride elements such as As, Se and Hg with simultaneous determination of both routine and hydride elements. Register for the infokit now!

Raman Mapping of Spectrally Non-Well-Behaved Species
A look at maps of a ceramic composite used in the nose cone of the space shuttle.

The Vision Show 2016
The Vision Show is North America’s leading showcase of machine vision and imaging components and solutions. The accompanying conference features practical, real-world training that you can put into practice right away.
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  Featured News
Lora Brehm Joins Spectroscopy's Editorial Advisory Board
Spectroscopy magazine is pleased to announce the addition of Lora Brehm to its Editorial Advisory Board. Brehm is a research scientist at Dow Chemical in Midland, Michigan, specializing in X-ray fluorescence in the core analytical sciences department inorganic group.

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NEW Spotlight Microscopy Systems Low-frequency/THz-Raman® In-situ Probe
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apyron – Automated Raman Imaging The Vision Show 2016
The intuitive apyron automated system provides high Raman signal sensitivity, outstanding spectral and spatial resolution, and ultra-fast acquisition times for your chemical imaging applications. It features TruePower, an automated absolute Laser power determination in mW. Learn more The Vision Show is North America's leading showcase of machine vision and imaging components and solutions. The accompanying conference features practical, real-world training that you can put into practice right away.
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Editors' Series: New Applications of ICP-MS in Bioanalysis
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