Application Notes: General

Characterizing biomolecules such as oligonucleotides and proteins is critical to better understanding biochemical and molecular processes. UV-Vis spectroscopy is widely used for stability studies, protein aggregation, DNA quantification and purity, and enzyme activity. The Cary 3500 UV-Vis offers advanced features to provide accurate and reproducible results.

The drug discovery process involves identifying and characterizing drug targets to find lead compounds. Biochemical characterization (e.g., molecular weight, solubility, thermal stability) is crucial for protein therapeutics. Thermal stability studies measuring melting temperatures help understand protein stability, ligand-binding, and optimal storage, aiding drug development and commercialization.

Efficient charge extraction is crucial for high-efficiency solar cells. Electron and hole extraction layers optimize cell performance. PL spectroscopy, proportional to carrier number, is ideal for comparing extraction layer efficiency.

Olive oil, especially extra virgin, is prized for its quality and purity. However, fraud and adulteration are significant concerns. UV-Vis spectrophotometry is a reliable technique for assessing olive oil quality by quantifying key compounds. An Edinburgh Instruments DS5 Spectrophotometer is used to evaluate olive oil quality and detect adulteration.

Photon upconversion converts low-energy photons to higher-energy photons. UCNPs, composed of rare-earth elements, can convert near-infrared light to visible or UV light. They have potential applications in solar energy and biomedicine. Understanding their luminescence properties is crucial for optimization. FS5 Spectrofluorometer was used for comprehensive upconversion characterization.

Light is utilized in a wide range of spectroscopic techniques and practices to gain a variety of information about materials and chemicals. These analyses can include material/chemical identification, quantitative analysis, quality control/quality assurance testing, and biological studies, among other applications. Applications, along with sample handling for both FTIR and UV-Vis spectroscopy, will be outlined in this paper.

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PerkinElmer’s fluorometric assay, using the FL 6500 spectrometer, provides critical insights into enzyme kinetics. Studying horseradish peroxidase (HRP) with Michaelis-Menten modeling, it highlights substrate concentration's impact on reaction rates, aiding process optimization across industries.