Will Wetzel

Last year, we released a content series titled “Advancing Agriculture for Future Generations.” Here, we compile some of the latest studies in this space.

In this edition of “Inside the Laboratory,” Elise Granek of Portland State University, in Portland, Oregon, and Susanne Brander of Oregon State University, in Corvallis, Oregon, discuss their collaborative research efforts and what their laboratories are working on.

Top articles published this week include a video interview that explores quantifying microplastics and anthropogenic particles in seafood, an interview discussing how spectroscopy can assess salmon freshness, and a news article about using near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy in classifying tea.

Spectroscopy recently sat down with Elise Granek, Susanne Brander, and Summer Traylor to discuss their recent study quantifying microplastics (MPs) and anthropogenic particles (APs) in the edible tissues of black rockfish, lingcod, Chinook salmon, Pacific herring, Pacific lamprey, and pink shrimp.

A recent paper published in Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy argued that near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy technology is the most sustainable choice for food production.

Researchers have demonstrated the potential of deep ultraviolet Raman spectroscopy (DUVRS) as a rapid, nondestructive, and sensitive tool for detecting antihistamines like cetirizine in oral fluid samples, paving the way for broader forensic applications.

A recent study from Texas Tech University explored using attenuated total reflectance Fourier transform infrared (ATR FT-IR) spectroscopy in age determination as part of forensic investigations.

A recent study from Chiba University examined a new way to improve single-cell inductively coupled plasma–mass spectrometry (scICP-MS).

The editors of Spectroscopy provide a compilation of talks that spectroscopists should consider attending on Tuesday January 28th during the Photonics West Conference in San Francisco, California.

A recent study explored how laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) signals are influenced by ambient gas properties.

The editors of Spectroscopy provide a compilation of talks that spectroscopists should consider attending on Monday January 27th during the Photonics West Conference in San Francisco, California.

Top articles published this week include our ”Top 10” accessed technical articles for the month, a Q&A interview that discussed applying near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy to monitor fatty acid profiles in black soldier fly larvae (BSFL), and an article about analyzing microplastics in U.S. seafood.

A recent study out of China explored using a new continuous solid-phase extraction spectroscopy (CSPES) device to monitor water quality.

A recent study from researchers in Brazil examined a-pinene’s chemical composition using mid-infrared (MIR) Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy.

A recent study published in Meat Science highlighted how visible and near-infrared (vis-NIR) spectroscopy, when combined with chemometrics, can differentiate lamb meat based on pasture-finishing durations.

Spectroscopy sat down with Daniel Cozzolino of the University of Queensland to discuss his latest research using near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy to determine the fatty acid content in black soldier fly.

A recent study examines widespread microplastic contamination in key Oregon seafood species, emphasizing the need for coordinated local and global efforts to reduce plastic pollution and protect ecosystems, public health, and cultural traditions.

The American Chemical Society (ACS) released its new strategic plan for 2025–2029, which reinforces the organization’s mission and core values.

A recent study from Shanghai University demonstrated aa novel method for identifying and quantifying animal-origin milk powders.

A recent study examines how vibrational spectroscopic techniques are being used to evaluate the quality of seaweed.

A recent review article highlighted how two-dimensional correlation spectroscopy (2D-COS) is advancing microplastics research and uncovering their aging processes and interactions with environmental substances.

A recent study highlights the potential of dissolved organic matter (DOM) as a key indicator for water quality management in Lake Baiyangdian.

Top articles published this week include a Q&A interview that discussed using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) to investigate microplastics released from chewing gum and an article about Agilent’s Solutions Innovation Research Award (SIRA) winners.

Researchers have developed a non-invasive, highly accurate method using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) to predict the temperature of lithium-ion batteries in real time.

Spectroscopy recently sat down with Isao Noda of the University of Delaware and Young Mee Jung of Kangwon National University to talk about the principles of two-dimensional correlation spectroscopy (2D-COS) and its key applications.

Researchers from Northern Border University in Saudi Arabia have developed a rhein-loaded self-nano emulsifying drug delivery system (RS-SNEDDS), significantly enhancing the compound's solubility, bioavailability, and therapeutic potential, particularly for neurological applications.

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München researchers uncover crucial protein dynamics in lyophilized drugs.

A recent study examined a new method to carbon dioxide capture to reduce energy consumption.

Research led by Changcai Cui have developed a whale optimization algorithm (WOA) to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and automation of spectroscopic ellipsometry data fitting, enabling precise measurements of film thickness and refractive index.

A recent study demonstrates the successful development of in-line monitoring techniques using Raman spectroscopy and advanced modeling for titanium dioxide-free tablet coatings.