A recent study explores the effectiveness of near-infrared (NIR) and ultraviolet-visible (UV-vis) spectroscopy in determining the time since deposition (TSD) of bloodstains, a critical aspect of forensic investigations. By comparing these two methods, researchers aim to improve the accuracy and reliability of bloodstain dating, with potential implications for real-world forensic applications.

A multi-organizational team, believing that a reason for slow adoption is a lack of evidence that data taken on one spectrometer can transfer across to data taken on another spectrometer to provide consistent diagnoses, investigated multi-center transferability using human oesophageal tissue. By using a common protocol, the researchers aimed to minimize the difference in machine learning performance between centers.

Top articles published this week include a preview of our upcoming “The Future of Forensic Analysis” content series, a peer-reviewed article about the pharmaceutical industry, and a news story about a recent study that examined the neural synchrony in close relationships.

A recent review article examines the historical progression of analytical techniques in geochemical sciences, including X-ray fluorescence (XRF).

In this preview leading up to the SMASH NMR Conference in Burlington, Vermont, we preview the oral sessions set to take place on Tuesday September 17th.

In this preview leading up to the SMASH NMR Conference in Burlington, Vermont, we preview the oral sessions set to take place on Monday September 16th.

At the upcoming SMASH NMR Conference in Burlington, Vermont, the Magnetic Resonance in Chemistry Early Career Research Symposium will take place on Sunday September 15th. Here is what attendees can expect.

A recent study published in Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews examined functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) hyperscanning studies to learn more about how the interpersonal neural synchronization (INS) affects close relationships.

Along with the one-day online event, Spectroscopy will also release an e-book containing additional, never-before-seen coverage.

A recent study from Australia used mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy to analyze the spectra of soil core samples taken from vegetated coastal ecosystems (VCEs).

The following is a short overview of what SMASH conference attendees can expect at the Mestrelab User Meeting, which will take place on Sunday September 15th at 1:00 pm EST.

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.

This study aimed to establish a fast, accurate method for quality evaluation of herbal medicine using NIR and chemometrics with ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometry (UV-vis) as a standard method to determine the total flavonoids content.

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.

A joint French-Canadian study examined the ripening process of commercially popular Comté and cheddar cheeses, which are widely consumed in those countries, utilizing mid-infrared (mid-IR) and synchronous fluorescence spectroscopy (SFS) in their analysis.

This review article explores recent advancements in Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, highlighting its advancing capabilities and applications across diverse scientific disciplines.

A recent article authored by scientists from the Institute of Sport and Preventive Medicine, part of the University of Saarland (Saarbrücken, Germany), discusses their investigation of the absolute and relative test-retest reliability of the Moxy Monitor, as well as their investigations into side differences of oxygen saturation at the vastus lateralis muscle of both legs in male cyclists.

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.