
Researchers combined two analytical techniques to characterize individual microplastic particles with both elemental and molecular detail.

Researchers combined two analytical techniques to characterize individual microplastic particles with both elemental and molecular detail.

In this brief Q&A, Christina Ryder, who is a postdoctoral researcher at Texas A&M University and the lead author of this study, explains the remaining limitations in using NIR spectroscopy for collagen prediction.

Can electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectrometers be used in beer production? The answer may surprise you.

Tutorial Tuesday is a new, upcoming video series that will offer bite-sized overviews of the key trends, topics, and techniques in analytical spectroscopy.

In this brief Q&A, Christina Ryder, who is a postdoctoral researcher at Texas A&M University and the lead author of this study, explains why restricting sampling to the 2030–2060 nm spectral region was key in avoiding interference from consolidants.

Spring SciX highlighted the latest advancements in spectroscopy, with a focus on biomedical research.

In this “Pathways in Spectroscopy” episode, Ayush Agarwal, a postdoctoral researcher at the Federal Institute of Materials Research and Testing in Berlin, talks about the transition from chemical engineering to analytical chemistry and describes what that transition was like.

In this brief Q&A interview, Christina Ryder, who is a postdoctoral researcher at Texas A&M University and the lead author of this study, discusses her team’s findings.

A comprehensive review from the University of Porto identifies critical bottlenecks in biologics analysis and maps a technology-driven path forward.

What does the aluminosilicate and carbonate particles on bitumen-coated bandages of mummies tell us about the burial environment?

CEA-Leti’s Moonshot Program is developing compact spectrometer platforms that can operate outside traditional lab environments.

In this interview clip, we explore how an optical model accounts for thin-layer thickness on the order of the penetration depth so spectra reflect partial-reflection effects.

What are the advantages of electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR)-on-a-chip spectrometers?

This interview explores how micro-particle induced X-ray emission and micro-ion beam induced luminescence spectroscopy can analyze trace elements in mummy samples.

A new study used predictive modeling to identify wood species in the Amazon.

Is sample thickness important for signal detection? The answer is yes, and in this interview segment, Thomas Mayerhofer of Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology explains why.

The following articles are the 10 most accessed digital object identifier (DOI) manuscripts for Spectroscopy and LCGC International during March, 2026.

This overview article discusses how spectroscopic techniques are being used to improve cannabis analysis.

In this “Pathways in Spectroscopy” episode, Brian Strohmeier, who is Pittcon’s President for the 2027 Conference, talks about his role as Pittcon president, what his main responsibilities are, and the amount of work that is required on his end when planning the 2027 show.

In this interview clip, Thomas Mayerhofer discusses why he re-evaluated the evanescent field in attenuated total reflectance (ATR) spectroscopy.

Insights from experts this week explored topics such as the current job market for spectroscopists, attenuated total reflectance Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy, and analytical laboratory management.

"Focus on Quality" column editor R.D. McDowall collaborates with Dunamis Compliance Founder Monika Andraos to provide you with a simple and easy-to-understand methodology to write well-formed spectrometer requirements.

What does the rise of portable and handheld spectroscopic instrumentation tell us?

In this video clip, Jean-Baptiste David, who is a R&D Engineer at CEA-Leti, and Serge Gambarelli, who is a research director at CEA-IRIG and EPR spectroscopy expert, discuss the application areas where electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectrometers could be useful.

A recent study highlights the pervasive reach of plastic pollution.

What is the evanescent field and how does it relate to attenuated total reflectance (ATR) spectroscopy? Thomas Mayerhofer explains.

Spectroscopy sat down with Jean-Baptiste David, who is a R&D Engineer at CEA-Leti, and Serge Gambarelli, who is a research director at CEA-IRIG and EPR spectroscopy expert, to talk about how EPR spectrometers are changing the way laboratory analysis is conducted.

A competitive job market requires candidates to differentiate themselves in order to secure employment. Hear from experts in the field about the skills spectroscopists need to have to succeed in this ever-changing job market.

Christina Ryder, a postdoctoral researcher at Texas A&M University, discusses the current limitations of using near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy for collagen prescreening on archaeological bone.