Will Wetzel

On Sunday, September 15th, the SMASH NMR 2024 conference will kick off in Burlington, Vermont. Here is what attendees can expect at Bruker’s User Meeting.

In part two of our exploration of wood forensics, a deep dive of a recent study from Panjab University explains why attenuated total reflectance Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FT-IR) spectroscopy improves on traditional methods in this space.

Wood forensics is an important field that helps authenticate wood and addresses the challenges that illegal logging brings. In this multipart article, we explore the wood forensics industry, and how spectroscopic techniques are contributing to its advancement.

Top articles published this week include an article on the upcoming SMASH 2024 Conference, a report on handheld near-infrared (NIR) spectrophotometers, and an inside look at the paprika and poultry industries.

Stanford University researchers introduce advanced predictive model for sustainable aviation fuels, significantly improving accuracy and efficiency.

Researchers from the University of Minnesota and Nanjing Agricultural University have highlighted the potential of deep learning to significantly improve the accuracy and robustness of fruit quality assessments using visible-near-infrared spectroscopy.

Researchers using a portable Raman spectroscopy system have begun in-field analysis of Stonehenge's Altar Stone, aiming to determine its origin and composition, potentially uncovering new insights into the ancient monument's history.

In the second part of this article, we dive into the methodology conducted by researchers from Yunnan Agricultural University in China that successfully used near-infrared (NIR) to analyze the protein content in chickens.

In this article, we continue our exploration of food analysis by providing an overview of how scientists are using near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy to analyze the protein content in chickens.

Food authentication is becoming increasingly important. In this article, the editors of Spectroscopy outline the methodology used in a recent study used to analyze paprika.

Food authentication is becoming increasingly important to ensure safety and quality. In the first part of this two part article, the editors of Spectroscopy provide an overview of the paprika industry and a study using Fourier transform near-infrared (FT-NIR) spectroscopy to validate the authenticity of paprika.

SMASH 2024, which will take place at the Hotel Champlain Vermont in Burlington, Vermont, will highlight the latest nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) methods and spotlight the newest applications in the field.

Researchers at the University of Strasbourg have developed NMR-compatible microfluidic optical cavities for vibrational strong coupling (VSC), enabling new insights into molecular behavior under VSC and advancing the field of polaritonic chemistry.

Top articles published this week include an article on classifying space debris, a report on a new fiber-dispersive Raman spectrometer, and an examination of Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) microscopy.

A trip to the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center served as a reminder of the importance of space exploration and the key role spectroscopy plays in this industry.

A recent study led by Xaolin Cao at Yantai University demonstrated a rapid and highly sensitive method using magnetic molecularly imprinted polymers combined with surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (MMIPs-SERS) for detecting neonicotinoid pesticides in agricultural products.

A recent study highlights the critical role of Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) in the qualitative and quantitative analysis of asphalt materials, focusing on its applications in quality control, material identification, and the analysis of modification and aging mechanisms.

A recent study examines using hyperspectral imaging (HSI) to analyze single-pixel images of space objects.

A recent study looked at the use of Fourier-transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy in ensuring the safety and efficacy of dairy products.

Metrohm Spectro Inc., a New Jersey-based company that develops and manufactures analytical science instruments, announced the expansion of its Raman Chemical Warfare Agents library to include 111 deadly substances.

Top articles published this week include an article on soil analysis using visible–near-infrared (vis-NIR) spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy in leukemia screening, and 2D-correlation spectroscopy (2D-COS).

A recent study examined the challenges facing the food analysis industry, highlighting the current advanced methods being used in the field.

A recent study examined the role of high-resolution mass spectrometry imaging in assessing environmental contaminants.

A recent study examined using Raman spectroscopy to screen leukemia in patients.

In agriculture, soil quality is integral to facilitating good farming practices and maximizing crop yield. A new study examines how visible-near-infrared (vis-NIR) spectroscopy is being used to evaluate soil quality.

Top articles published this week include a review article on food and beverage analysis, handheld X-ray technology, and chaos theory.

A recent study from Sichuan, China, leveraged a few spectroscopic techniques with chemometrics to analyze key components of the beer brewing process.

A recent study from Yanshan University examined optical nanoantennas and how their properties change over across different configurations.

A recent study looks at using Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy to distinguish between platinum-resistant and platinum-sensitive ovarian cancer tissues.

A recent study combined Raman spectroscopy with chaos theory to improve the reliability of diagnosing several types of cancers.