Spectroscopy Staff

New research on fuel thermal conversion shows the potential of laser technology in real-time monitoring, revolutionizing efficiency, and understanding energy conversion processes.

In a recent study, quadrupole mass spectrometry (QMS) was used to test the amount of deuterium atoms from aluminum layers.

A novel automated method for spectral background estimation in laser spectroscopy promises accuracy and minimal human intervention for quantitative analysis.

A new study published in Spectrochimica Acta Part B: Atomic Spectroscopy investigated the effects of heterogeneity, including grain size and mineralogical composition, on micro-beam X-ray fluorescence (XRF) scanning spectroscopy. XRF is a useful tool for environmental analysis, because of its high spatial resolution.

Duke University researchers, led by Joy Q. Li, revolutionize biomedical diagnostics with a multiplexed SERS-based nanosensor called inverse molecular sentinel (iMS) for micro-RNA detection, employing machine learning, particularly convolutional neural networks (CNN) and non-negative matrix factorization (NMF), to achieve higher accuracy in spectral unmixing, paving the way for more precise and efficient clinical diagnostics.

Researchers at NASA's Johnson Space Center, led by Ryan S. Jakubek, have unveiled a novel calibration method in Applied Spectroscopy that enhances the precision of Raman measurements conducted by the SHERLOC instrument on the Perseverance rover, providing a clearer and more accurate representation of intrinsic Raman spectral bandwidths on Mars.

A recent study reveals insights for precise elemental mapping using laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS).

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology unveil a sophisticated collisional-radiative model offering insights into laser-produced copper plasma through precise electron impact excitation cross-section calculations.

Curtis Marcott, a senior partner at Light Light Solutions, a spectroscopic consulting firm based in Athens, Georgia, has been named the winner of the NY/NJ Section of the Society for Applied Spectroscopy Gold Medal Award.

John A. McLean, Stevenson Professor of Chemistry and Chair of the Department of Chemistry, Associate Provost for Graduate Education, and Director of the Center for Innovative Technologies at Vanderbilt University, has been named the winner of the 2023 EAS Award for Outstanding Achievements in Mass Spectrometry.

Luis G. Vieira from Universidade do Minho presents a new method in Applied Spectroscopy to address poor contact issues between the sample and the internal reflection element in attenuated total reflection (ATR) spectroscopy, ensuring accurate optical function determination and opening new avenues for precise material analysis

A type of calcite whose name comes from a resource-rich basin in northwest China was earmarked as a promising reference material for laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) in situ U–Pb dating.

John H. Kalivas, a professor in the Department of Chemistry at Idaho State University, has been named the winner of the 2023 EAS Award for Outstanding Achievements in Chemometrics.

Professor Mary J. Wirth, W. Brooks Fortune Distinguished Professor Emerita at Purdue University, has been named the winner of the 2023 EAS Award for Outstanding Achievements in Separation Science.

The latest issue of Applied Spectroscopy explores the transformative progress in gas detection technology through photoacoustic spectroscopy (PAS), providing a comprehensive review and guidance for researchers navigating the nuanced landscape of advanced photoacoustic cells.

Researchers at Nanjing University of Science and Technology, led by corresponding have introduced an advancement in surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) with two-dimensional amorphous titanium dioxide/silver (a-TiO2/Ag) nanosheets, demonstrating exceptional sensitivity and repeatability in chemical detection applications.

X-ray emission induced by charged particles, also known as particle-induced X-ray emission (PIXE), is a powerful analytical technique for the elemental and chemical characterization of materials.

NELIBS has gained prominence in various analytical fields, including microscopy, biomedicines, electrochemical and biosensors.

A recent study shows how near infrared (NIR) spectroscopy and X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy was integrated to create a new coal calorific value analyzer.

In a recent study, researchers used laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) to examine the complexities of plasma conditions, focusing on the addition of matrix elements.

In a recent study, researchers used ICP-MS to learn new insights into ancient coinage and gold purification techniques are revealed through the analysis of platinum-group elements and gold in silver coins from various ancient civilizations.

High-resolution X-ray and infrared analyses of a tiny paint fragment from the Mona Lisa's ground layer uncovered Leonardo da Vinci's use of a unique mixture of saponified oil with high lead content, including the presence of the rare compound plumbonacrite, offering new insights into the artistic techniques and materials employed by the master.

In a recent study, researchers introduced several analytical techniques, such as ESI-MS, RP-HPLC, and ICP-MS, to separate and detect various technetium species.

A spectral analysis technique was used to classify soil samples based on their soil organic matter (SOM).

In a recent study, collaborative spectroscopic methods, such as LIBS-Raman, were used for detecting and combatting heavy metal lead contamination in wheat seedlings, revealing critical insights for food security and human health.

In a recent study, a team of researchers used Raman spectroscopy to study wood ash glass tessera from Malbork Madonna, revealing two phases detected in tessera for the first time, leucite and pseudowollastonite.

On Wednesday October 11th from 8:30–10:10 am, an oral symposium on international mail security will take place. We preview this session here.

Veronica Bradley's talk at SciX 2023 unveiled the transformative potential of single-particle mass spectrometry, enabling precise elemental and isotopic analysis at the particle level.

In the Chemometrics in Food and Agriculture oral symposia today at SciX 2023, Barry Lavine of Oklahoma State University delivered a talk titled, “Authentication of Edible Oils Using an Infrared Spectral Library and Digital Sample Sets for Calibrated and Uncalibrated Adulterants.” Here is a brief reflection of his talk.

At SciX 2023 in Sparks, Nevada, Alexander Gundlach-Graham from Iowa State University delivered a groundbreaking talk on the origins of noise in single-particle ICP-TOF-MS data and its impact on particle analysis accuracy. His presentation unveiled a promising Monte Carlo simulation approach to better understand and mitigate signal variability in this cutting-edge analytical technique.