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Gerardo Gamez, a Professor and Graduate Advisor at Texas Tech University, previews his upcoming talk at the Winter Conference on Plasma Spectrochemistry.

At the Winter Conference on Plasma Spectrochemistry, Hunter Andrews, an R&D Staff Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, will be giving a talk about using laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) for molten salt reactor monitoring. Andrews provides a preview of his upcoming talk here.

Researchers at Washington State University Tri-Cities demonstrate that combining Raman and infrared spectroscopy with convolutional neural networks enables highly accurate, low-cost, and field-ready automated plastic identification.

A recent review article explored methods that are used in agriculture to detect ammonia in pig housing. In the second part of our discussion of this topic, we focus on the protocols and frameworks and their importance in measuring ammonia in pig production.

A new review article systematically compared ammonia monitoring technologies and measurement protocols in pig production, offering a practical decision-support framework to guide researchers, farmers, and policymakers toward reliable, regulation-ready emission monitoring.

A recent study demonstrated that olive mill wastewater can be used as a green, cost-effective solvent for sub-critical extraction of Moroccan Timahdit oil shale.

Over the course of the holiday break, Spectroscopy published several pieces recapping the year and previewing what’s to come in 2026. Here is a curated list of our top pieces.

Any undergraduate, graduate, or postdoctoral student, as well as interns or young spectroscopy professionals, are welcome to submit proposed blog entries. This move is part of Spectroscopy's efforts to engage younger researchers and scientists.

Experts comment on the biggest trends in spectroscopy heading into 2026, and what this means for science and technology.

This feature reflects on the interviews Spectroscopy magazine conducted in 2025.

From San Francisco to Europe, we explored the most influential spectroscopy conferences of 2025, uncovering key trends, applications, and expert perspectives shaping the field today.

ABB announced that they will develop a lunar soil analysis instrument for Canada's Lunar Utility Rover, enhancing lunar exploration and resource utilization through advanced infrared spectroscopy.

A recent study shows that bioimpedance spectroscopy can non-invasively and reliably assess fruit and vegetable freshness by tracking electrical changes during ripening.

In this Spectroscopy blog post, Yang Liu, a Scientific Liaison for General Chapters at the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), discusses how data-driven methodologies are set to transform spectroscopy in 2026 and beyond, particularly in pharmaceutical analysis.

Top articles published this week include a farewell address from associate editorial director Caroline Hroncich, a new column on carbonyl compounds from Brian Smith, and an inside look at A-TEEM spectroscopy.

In a recent press release, Renishaw unveils TRRS technology, revolutionizing Raman spectroscopy by overcoming fluorescence challenges for accurate analysis of complex samples.

A study published in the Journal of Raman Spectroscopy reports the detection of polyethylene, PET, and nylon microplastics in Greece’s remote Dragon Lake on Mt. Tymfi.

A recent study from researchers in Indonesia and Taiwan demonstrates that tourism intensity on Gili Trawangan Island is strongly linked to higher microplastic contamination in coastal waters, sediments, and fish, highlighting the need for targeted waste management and sustainable tourism policies to protect vulnerable island ecosystems.

Top articles published this week include interviews with Paolo Oliveri of the University of Genoa (Italy) and Maryam Shakiba and Santiago Marin of the University of Colorado Boulder, and an inside look at vibrational spectroscopy trends.

A new study from Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University introduces a high-accuracy, explainable deep learning model that significantly improves nondestructive nitrogen and chlorophyll estimation in maize canopies using hyperspectral data.

In this edition of “Inside the Laboratory,” Maryam Shakiba and Santiago Marin of the University of Colorado Boulder discuss the findings of their latest paper, which provides a predictive framework for understanding and forecasting long-term thermo-oxidative degradation in polyimides.

In this short feature, we highlight how the Sharjah Academy of Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology (SAASST) are using techniques such as XRF, XRD, SEM-EDS, and Raman tests to determine the mineral composition of meteorites.

A recent study demonstrates that full-range spectroscopy offers a highly accurate, scalable, and efficient solution for identifying Amazonian tree species across diverse ecosystems.

Researchers at Beijing University of Chemical Technology have developed a rapid online Raman spectroscopy method that accelerates real-time detection and strain screening of the bio-aviation fuel precursor β-farnesene.

The study reveals that leaf spectroscopy far outperforms traditional leaf traits in predicting forest leaf dark respiration across diverse ecosystems, offering a more accurate and scalable approach for improving carbon cycle models.

We take a walk through history here, providing the historical background on a recent multidisciplinary study that investigated the Angels Musicians murals in Valencia Cathedral.

Top articles published this week include an interview with Jorge Caceres of Complutense University, an inside look at pharmaceutical fermentation monitoring, and a news article on timely drug intelligence.

This review article highlights how a new review by Da-Wen Sun demonstrates that integrating spectroscopy with chemometric techniques can significantly improve cold chain food quality monitoring, authentication, and overall system efficiency.

A recent study investigated how structural phase changes inside sensing materials dynamically influence performance during gas exposure.

The study reveals that infrared and Raman spectroscopy can accurately identify dye sources and detect light-induced chemical degradation in culturally significant Māori harakeke fibers.