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March 15, 2016
Spectroscopy Spotlight
Novel Optical Spectroscopy Techniques for Analyzing Nanoscale Structures
Understanding electron- and energy-transfer processes in nanoscale systems is critical both for investigating fundamental energy redistribution mechanisms in nanoscopic media and for developing new devices based on these systems. Ken L. Knappenberger is the recipient of the 2016 Coblentz Award and is an associate professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Florida State University, and he and his group study these processes in nanoscale assemblies by developing and implementing novel optical spectroscopy approaches. He recently spoke to us about this work.
 
The 2016 Materials Research Society Spring Meeting & Exhibit features many new and emerging areas of materials research as well as an exciting mix of well-established and popular topics as it moves to Phoenix, Arizona. With 62 technical symposia, nearly 5000 oral and poster presentations, over 125 international exhibitors, and many special events, the Meeting offers attendees a wide-range of knowledge-building opportunities.Visit to register
 
Quiz

IR Spectral Interpretation Workshop: Quiz 5
Do your best to assign all the peaks shown in the figure and table to determine the functional groups present. There is one aspect of this molecule's structure you will not be able to determine because we have not yet talked about it. The answer will appear in the May 2016 issue of Spectroscopy.
 
Applied Spectroscopy Free till March 31, 2016
For a limited time, you can read the internationally recognized, peer reviewed journal Applied Spectroscopy, published by the Society for Applied Spectroscopy, at no charge. Since 1948, Applied Spectroscopy has been providing its readers with cutting edge papers covering all areas of spectroscopy. Click here to read now.
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Featured Article

Statistics, Part II: Second Foundation
This column is part II in our discussion dealing with statistics. As we usually do, when we continue the discussion of a topic through more than one column, we continue the numbering of equations, figures, and tables from where we left off.
 
2016 NACRW (North American Chemical Residue Workshop) 53rd Annual Conference
Trade Winds Island Grand, St. Pete Beach, Florida, July 17-20, 2016

Cutting edge scientific knowledge incorporating sample preparation, chromatography, acquisition through to data interpretation in trace level analysis from food, feeds and environmental matrixes will be shared at NACRW, providing training, development and distribution of new analytical methods and techniques, promoting professional cooperation and networking between scientist. For additional information and to register
 
Take Our Quick Poll!

Challenges in Interpreting IR Spectra
When interpreting infrared spectra, what challenges have you faced? What tools do you use? Please share your experiences by taking this quick, two-question poll. The results will appear in an upcoming issue of Spectroscopy magazine.
 
Attend the leading global technical conferences, courses, and exhibition on sensing, imaging, and photonics technologies for defense, security, industry, and the environment. Join 5,000 colleagues learning about sensors, infrared, lasers, imaging, optical components, cameras, and more. Don't miss this key event featuring 2,000 technical papers, 380 exhibiting companies, and so much more. SPIE Defense + Commercial Sensing | 17 - 21 April 2016 | Baltimore, Maryland. Learn more
 
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Learn How UltraWAVE is Changing the Game for Metals Prep. Infrared Beamsplitters NEW automated ICP-OES method development
Patented UltraWAVE SRC technology goes beyond traditional digestion, offering greater capabilities for the most difficult sample types. High-performance stainless steel construction allows for higher pressures and temperatures, while disposable vessels eliminate the need to assemble, disassemble or clean between processing. Just as important, dissimilar samples can be processed simultaneously, saving time and money. Learn more Photon Pro™ infrared beamsplitters from Spectral Systems offer the highest performance from the vacuum UV to the far-IR spectral region. Our beamsplitters are manufactured from the highest quality components and coatings to eliminate undesirable spectral features.
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Simplify method development with the NEW Element Finder plug-in for the Thermo Scientific™ Qtegra™ ISDS software. Use the Thermo Scientific™ iCAP™ 7000 Plus Series ICP-OES to eliminate interferences with the Element Finder plug-in to enable automated wavelength selection and unprecedented ease-of-use.
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   New Webcast

How to Simplify Your ICP-MS Workflow and Accelerate Productivity: An Essential Guide for Every Busy Laboratory - Part Two
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
8 am PDT/ 11 am EDT/ 4 pm BST/ 5 pm CEST
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