Will Wetzel

In this preview of the 2026 SciX Conference, we offer an overview of the keynote presentation.

In this preview of the upcoming 2026 SciX Conference, we highlight a new social event that attendees should consider going to.

In this Q&A, we explore the advanced techniques, methods, and real-world applications of FT-IR spectroscopy.

In this Q&A overview, we highlight what the latest edition of “What’s Nu” covers and how chemical fingerprinting is changing rapidly.

What steps should one take if one wants to pursue a career studying the molecular makeup of celestial bodies?

Trust and understanding are the two key principles to keep in mind when advising trade commissions in the food science industry.

Top content published this week include a historical examination of the James L. Waters Symposium, an obituary of Peter Griffiths, and an article examining Raman spectroscopy instrumentation.

A new peer-reviewed article discusses how pairing quantum mechanics with nanomaterial-based Raman spectroscopy has significantly boosted the technique's sensitivity.

This video clip addresses the current skills gaps that are being seen in the food industry.

The SciX 2026 Conference returns to Sparks, Nevada, this year. Here's what attendees can expect.

What is the one thing scientists often struggle with that holds them back in their careers? According to Kantha Shelke, Principal of Corvus Blue LLC and Senior Lecturer at Johns Hopkins University, scientists need to translate science into a language that resonates with non-scientific audiences.

Is confidence just a glorified attitude adjustment? In this interview segment, Kantha Shelke, Principal of Corvus Blue LLC and Senior Lecturer at Johns Hopkins University, answers this question.

Researchers have developed a new validated attenuated total reflectance Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) and Raman spectroscopy framework for forensically distinguishing automotive vinyl wraps by manufacturer, color, and finish.

Pursuing a career outside of corporate life requires taking risks. In this interview segment, Kantha Shelke, Principal of Corvus Blue LLC and Senior Lecturer at Johns Hopkins University, details some of these risks.

Top content published this week include a new article on bioprocess monitoring, a new “Chemometrics in Spectroscopy” column, and an overview of the latest advancements in laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS).

A recent study presented a new system for testing metal contamination on microplastics.

A recent review article examines how AI-assisted spectroscopic tools are propelling forensic trace evidence analysis forward.

This evergreen Q&A explores the latest trends and advancements in laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS).

A recent study presented a new method for identifying textile fibers using Raman spectroscopy and deep learning.

Carbon plays a role in building complex organic molecules, including those found in outer space.

A recent study published in the journal Forensic Science International tested a new method for differentiating between individual lipstick products.

This curated selection of articles highlights recent advancements in microplastics and nanoplastics and soil analysis.

This dynamic video explores some of the latest advancements in molecular spectroscopy.

Top content published this week include a new digital e-book that explores the role of spectroscopy in cultural heritage analysis and more.

A handheld infrared (IR) scanner paired with an artificial neural network (ANN) can identify human versus animal bone with over 96% accuracy.

The 29th International Conference on Raman Spectroscopy (ICORS 2026) is set to have a gala dinner cruise for conference attendees to enjoy.

X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy has been an important method in the study Stonehenge.

Sapienza Università di Roma team reports near-infrared (NIR) techniques that identify and quantify cocaine and cutting agents through sealed police evidence bags, addressing safety and chain-of-custody concerns in forensic laboratories.

In this preview of the upcoming American Chemical Society (ACS) Fall 2026 Meeting, we sat down with Pavithraa “Pavi” Sundararajan, a postdoctoral fellow at NASA Ames Research Center, talks about her career journey and what inspired her to become an astrochemist.

In this preview of the upcoming American Chemical Society (ACS) Fall 2026 Meeting, we sat down with Pavithraa “Pavi” Sundararajan, a postdoctoral fellow at NASA Ames Research Center, to ask her about what she is looking forward to at the conference.