Infrared (IR) Spectroscopy

A recent study uses nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS), and infrared spectroscopy (IR), to measure molecular complexity.

Top articles this week on Spectroscopy covered topics such as infrared (IR) spectroscopy, lithium metal batteries, and artificial intelligence.

In this article, the editors of Spectroscopy highlight the use of Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) in several key industries that use spectroscopic techniques.

A recent study examined how Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) to explore alterations in fermented corn–soybean meal feed.

A recent review highlights the application of cutting-edge infrared (IR) spectroscopic techniques in analyzing micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs), providing valuable guidance for researchers to select suitable instrumentation for analysis. The study emphasizes the need for reliable tools to understand the environmental and health risks associated with these pollutants.

A recent study demonstrated how near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy can predict adulteration in apricot kernels with high accuracy.

A recent study examined how spectroscopic techniques are being utilized in food adulteration applications, and what the future holds in this field.

A recent study revealed new insights into the effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation on Martian minerals.

A recent study tested the efficacy of Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy on distinguishing between different types of bacteria.

Researchers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have observed a water vapor coma around main-belt comet 238P/Read. The study, led by Michael S. P. Kelley and Henry H. Hsieh, provides insights into the comet's activity driven by water-ice sublimation and distinguishes it from other comets due to the absence of significant carbon dioxide gas.

A comprehensive study of small near-Earth objects (NEOs) using spectroscopy reveals composition, source regions, and rotational properties. The research identifies S-complex asteroids as the most abundant and introduces a new subclass within this complex, yielding detailed information on the characteristics and origins of these celestial bodies.

A recent study published in Foods explored using Fourier transform mid-infrared (FT-MIR) spectroscopy combined with multivariate analysis to predict various quality parameters in craft beer.

The GeoXO system will have expanded visible and infrared imagery, and lightning mapping capabilities.

As part of Spectroscopy’s Icons of Spectroscopy Laureate Series, associate editorial director Caroline Hroncich sat down with Jeanette Grasselli Brown to discuss her career.

Spectroscopic analytical techniques are crucial for the analysis of environmental samples. This review emphasizes the latest advancements in several key spectroscopic methods, including atomic, vibrational, molecular, electronic, and X-ray techniques. The applications of these analytical methods in detecting contaminants and other environmental applications are thoroughly discussed.

A recent study examined the infrared (IR) spectra of carbonaceous chondrites, which revealed more information about the early Solar System.

Reclaimed asphalt (RA) is often used in many road maintenance and construction projects. A recent study demonstrated how Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) can be used to analyze RA to ensure its efficacy for new asphalt mixtures.

A recent case study in southern Australia shows how mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy can analyze overall soil quality by measuring its acidity.

This week, Spectroscopy magazine published stories about how mid-infrared spectroscopy is being used to study gas giants in our solar system and malaria vectors, among others.

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A century of mid-infrared observations has significantly advanced our understanding of the atmospheres of the giant planets in our solar system. A researcher from the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom and Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez in Chile has reviewed the developments in this field and the potential of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to further enhance our knowledge of these planets.

A recent study out of New Zealand examined how near-infrared (NIR) and mid-IR spectroscopy can be used for quality control analysis of tree bark.

A recent study highlighted how infrared (IR) spectroscopy is being used in oncology to help detect the early onset of gynecological cancers.

A recent study shows how the combination of mid-infrared (mid-IR) spectroscopy and machine learning can rapidly assess blood-feeding histories of mosquitos. We highlight this recent study here.

Korean scientists recently tested a new light detection and ranging (LiDAR)-based system for improving autonomous recognition systems.