Top articles published this week include a look at the top 10 applications of near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy in biopharmaceutical analysis, an interview about the current trends in spectroscopy, and an inside look at handheld X-ray fluorescence (XRF) instrumentation.
Spectroscopists are routinely embracing complex algorithms to handle high-dimensional, nonlinear, and multimodal data. Why is this happening? We explore this question in this tutorial.
How are ICP-MS and ICP-OES revealing heavy-metal trends in pet food? In this short tutorial, we explain how these techniques have been tracking pet food trends, and what owners can do in response to these trends.
A study published in Food Control shows that near-infrared spectroscopy can accurately and non-destructively authenticate the feeding regime of purebred Iberian pigs in vivo.
A study in the Journal of Environmental Management shows that wastewater treatment plants in coastal Catalonia remove most microplastics but still release tens of billions of particles annually, with emissions peaking during warmer, tourism-heavy months due to environmental and population-driven pressures.
If you have downtime at Pittcon 2026, here is how you should spend that time.
In this interview segment, Kelly Elkins and Jaden Force of Towson University focus to the challenges forensic scientists face, including how to position themselves for a career in this field.
A study from the İzmir Institute of Technology published in Food Chemistry shows that combining FT-IR spectroscopy with chemometric modeling enables rapid, non-invasive screening of iron supplements and protein–iron complexes for their ability to restore cellular iron status in iron deficiency anemia models.
Top articles published this week include several interviews from our ongoing coverage of the Winter Conference on Plasma Spectrochemistry and the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) Conference.
Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst demonstrated that X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy combined with chemometric modeling can provide a rapid, minimally destructive, and accurate alternative to traditional methods for routine arsenic quantification in rice and rice-based foods.
A new review article explores how integrating artificial intelligence (AI) with established analytical techniques such as spectroscopy, chromatography, mass spectrometry (MS), and sensors is significantly improving the efficiency, accuracy, and scope of food chemistry research and food quality assessment.
A recent study shows that handheld near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy combined with artificial neural networks can rapidly and non-destructively distinguish human from animal bones with high accuracy, offering a practical new tool for on-site forensic investigations.
A recent study demonstrated that combining laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) with machine learning (ML) can accurately identify gunshot residue from nontoxic ammunition and reliably distinguish shooters from non-shooters despite the absence of traditional elemental markers.
The 12th Nordic Conference on Plasma Spectrochemistry and Ionization Principles in Mass Spectrometry will take place from June 14–18, 2026, in Loen, Norway. We preview the conference here.
Drawing from Brian C. Smith’s “IR Spectral Interpretation” column, this Q&A article explores the unique characteristics, definitions, and spectral signatures of inorganic compounds.
Top articles published this week include several interviews from our ongoing coverage of the Winter Conference on Plasma Spectrochemistry and an inside look at an upcoming Pittcon 2026 symposium about generative AI.
Specac Ltd, a global provider of spectroscopy accessories and sample preparation solutions, has announced the acquisition of Amax Precision Ltd, a Singapore-headquartered company that specializes in high-precision analytical instrument manufacturing.
The 2026 James L. Waters Annual Symposium at Pittcon will focus on the integration of generative AI into analytical chemistry, examining how large language models and AI tools can support method development, data analysis, and chemical measurement while maintaining scientific rigor, validation, and interpretability. Continuing its decades-long tradition of connecting historical perspective with emerging technologies, the symposium will feature presentations from leading chemists and spectroscopists, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges of responsibly incorporating AI into chemical measurement science.
Pittcon 2026 will take place March 9–11, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas, building on the 2025 conference’s emphasis on eco-friendly practices and serving as the premier global event in analytical research, scientific instrumentation, and applied spectroscopy. An opening plenary session, “Spectroscopy and Sustainability: A Perfect Match,” will highlight how advances in spectroscopic technologies—from biomedical and pharmaceutical applications to UAV-based hyperspectral imaging, CBRNE detection, hazardous materials monitoring, and even extraterrestrial studies—are driving sustainable solutions across diverse fields.
This e-book features the latest research in battery analysis, with a focus on how ICP-OES is being used in this field.
This explainer video highlights how energy-dispersive inelastic X-ray scattering (EDIXS) can be used to discriminate between different stamps.
A new study published in the Journal of the European Ceramic Society introduces three XPS methodologies for accurately quantifying oxygen vacancies in metal oxides, challenging traditional misinterpretations and advancing material science research.
In a recent study, researchers from China investigated the effects of incorporating environmental markers into toxicity prediction models.
A recent study explores the use of another fluorescent probe that can be used in targeted protein degradation.
In a recent study, spectroscopy-based detection protocols were used to detect Covid-19.
Heavy metals in soil remains one of the most pressing issues in environmental conservation efforts. According to the authors of a new study, laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) can contribute to the solution.
Raman spectroscopy has not been used in the electroceramics industry extensively. However, according to the authors of this study, a shift is underway to change that.
In a recent study from Cairo University, researchers examined fixed-dose combination drug formulations using chemometrics and artificial neuron networks (ANNs).
A recent study from the Southern University of Science and Technology proposes a new Raman spectral preprocessing scheme based on self-supervised learning (RSPSSL).
The Gold Medal Award was established in 1952 to recognize outstanding contributions to the field of applied spectroscopy.