Application Notes: General

Our May/June 2026 issue of Spectroscopy magazine, titled "The Raman Issue," highlights advancements in Raman spectroscopy, featuring technical articles on particle correlation, glass structure, and the analysis of autofluorescent biological samples. Explore how Raman spectroscopy is advancing several critical industries, including biomedical, environmental, and materials science applications.

Fast determination of nitrogen solubility index (NSI) of soy proteins using FT-NIR as simpler and reagent-free alternative to traditional titration methods.

Learn about wearable SERS technology for rapid, point-of-need drug detection using BaySpec’s palm-held Raman spectrometers and machine learning analysis

See how Pfizer cut LC/UV/MS processing time by >50% with semi-automated workflows, standardized data, and faster reporting with MS Workbook Suite.

Although oceans cover over 70% of Earth's surface, they remain some of the least understood environments on the planet. In honor of World Oceans Day, this special digital booklet from Spectroscopy Magazine explores how cutting-edge technology is unlocking secrets from the seafloor to the surface. From using Raman spectroscopy to study microbial processes under extreme deep-sea pressure to deploying remotely operated vehicles that analyze hydrothermal vents in real-time, discover how analytical science is helping us appreciate both the beauty of the ocean and the critical role analytical science plays in understanding and protecting it.

Filler level shapes cost, stiffness, and processing. See how Lyza 7000 quantifies CaCO3 in polyethylene to optimize formulation and refine material properties.

Oxidation starts as chemistry long before it becomes visible. See how Lyza 7000 reveals early aging in polyolefins to support faster risk assessment and lifetime studies.

Lyza Series spectrometers provide a fast and easy approach to assessing recycled LDPE purity – giving labs better insight into feedstock quality.

Learn how real-time in situ FT-IR monitoring enables direct measurement of reversible reaction kinetics, supporting drug design optimization.

Even small shifts in PP/PE composition can move your properties off-target. Discover how Lyza 7000 supports ASTM D7399-based quantification to ensure consistent batch quality.

Complete curing is essential to prevent material failures. Lyza 7000 helps optimize time and temperature conditions for epoxy curing reactions to ensure optimal performance.

In this “Pittcon 2026 Highlights” e-book, explore the latest ongoing advancements in analytical chemistry and spectroscopy presented at the Pittcon 2026 conference. This resource covers hot topics such as PFAS forensics, microplastics analysis, green chemistry, and generative artificial intelligence (AI). Gain a quick look at the technologies shaping analytical chemistry and spectroscopy in 2026.

Explore Spectroscopy’s National Space Day eBook showcasing how techniques like LIBS, Raman spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry are advancing space exploration. This resource covers planetary missions, exoplanet research, and the search for life beyond Earth through expert insights and featured articles. From Mars and the Moon to distant galaxies, discover how spectroscopy transforms light into scientific discovery. Gain a quick look at the technologies shaping the future of space science.

UV Boost on Avio 3000 ICP-OES enhances low-UV sensitivity, enabling accurate ppb analysis, reduced interferences, and reliable use of weak emission lines overall gains

Avio 3000 optical system maximizes UV high‑resolution throughput and stability, enabling low‑ppb confidence via UV‑coated optics, enhanced gratings, thermal control

ICP-MS enables GB 5009.268-2025 compliant analysis of 30 food elements using NexION 1100 with AMS dilution, HTS injection and He collision mode for high TDS matrices

Discover how NexION 2200 ICP-MS enables accurate, high‑throughput monitoring of nutritional and toxic elements in plant‑based foods, supporting safety, labeling, and compliance.

Advances in Environmental Analysis: Techniques, Insights, and Applications

Ensuring the safety of drinking water is a critical public health priority shaped by increasingly stringent global regulations. This eBook provides a focused guide to meeting the requirements of EU Directive 2020/2184, outlining advanced analytical strategies for detecting a wide range of contaminants, from persistent organic pollutants and disinfection by-products to trace-level metals. The directive sets ambitious monitoring and quality standards designed to protect public health across increasingly complex water systems.

Hamamatsu’s imaging solutions assist agri-food tech meet increasing demand and sustainability goals through non-invasive, real-time quality and safety inspection.

The recent EU ban on the use of cadmium (Cd) has lead to the emergence of solid state laser alternatives for UV Raman spectroscopy. This white paper compares these lasers.

In this tech note, we explore and compare three different drop-in spectrometer models designed to serve a wide range of resolution, dpeth, and size requirements for NIR OCT.

Analyze complex materials and get precise calculations of mass losses, enhancing materials research efficiency