Molecular Spectroscopy

The deadline to submit nominations for the 2027 Coblentz Award, presented annually to an outstanding young molecular spectroscopist under the age of 40, has been extended to August 31, 2026.

The 29th International Conference on Raman Spectroscopy (ICORS) takes place next week in Istanbul, Turkey. We preview the conference here.

Researchers developed spherical and hollow gold nanoparticle-based SERS platforms that enable label-free molecular imaging of chemotherapy drug effects and drug release within cancer cells, offering a theranostic tool with potential applications in early cancer diagnostics.

Can spectroscopy make real-time monitoring in nuclear and radioisotope facilities faster and safer?

An upcoming talk at the American Chemical Society (ACS) 2026 Fall Meeting will address a key question in membrane biophysics.

Top articles published this week include a preview of an upcoming presentation at the American Chemical Society (ACS) 2026 Fall Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.

Cellular autofluorescence often masks target signals in time-resolved fluorescence imaging, and metal-based phosphors that could solve this raise toxicity and cost concerns. Thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) materials offer a metal-free alternative with long emission lifetimes, and early studies show promise despite remaining challenges with quenching, solubility, and spectral purity.

The July 2026 “What’s Nu” newsletter highlights a recent Office of Management and Budget (OMB) rule that can impact peer-review publishing.

An upcoming talk at the American Chemical Society (ACS) Fall 2026 Meeting will discuss new insights into the origins of Mars’s early water.

A recent study showcased an auto-focusing laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) imaging system that uses a motor-driven focusing mirror to track surface height changes in real time, cutting signal variability on irregular surfaces and improving spectral stability more than eightfold compared to conventional static systems.

In this short feature article, we explore the topics covered at the recent International Symposium on Molecular Spectroscopy (ISMS).

Spectroscopy is playing a key role in analyzing materials in lithium-ion batteries.

This paper demonstrates the use of optical photothermal infrared (O-PTIR) spectroscopy for the detection, identification, and localization of microplastics in tissue samples.

A continuation of our conversation with Janam Pandya, Product Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, provides insight into how the global market for Raman, infrared (IR), and mid-infrared (MIR) instruments is set to evolve over the next five years.

Raman spectroscopy is being applied in various industries. This Q&A overview highlights some of the most important trends and developments involving the technique that researchers should be aware of.

How can molecular analyzers be integrated into closed-loop process control? Janam Pandya of Thermo Fisher Scientific explains.

A new inline Raman measurement system seeks to address current industry challenges in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

A continuation of our conversation with Janam Pandya, Product Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, highlights the challenges of operating field-deployable instruments in harsh, rugged landscapes.

Minjung Son, an assistant professor of chemistry at Boston University, and her group is developing nanomaterials and polaritons, which is important for energy conversion technologies.

What should attendees do to make the most out of their ISMS 2026 conference experience?

Concentrations comparable to polluted European rivers detected in sediments of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve.

Raman spectroscopy is being used in the oil and gas industry for real-time process measurements. This video clip explores this current trend.

The International Symposium on Molecular Spectroscopy (ISMS) always has a symposium dedicated to astrochemistry. In this interview, Miguel Sanz-Novo, an Alexander von Humboldt Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics, discusses his latest research in this field.

Minjung Son, an assistant professor of chemistry at Boston University, offers a preview of her upcoming talk at the International Symposium on Molecular Spectroscopy (ISMS) conference.

Particle-correlated Raman spectroscopy (PCRS) combines automated optical imaging and Raman analysis to link particle morphology with chemical identity, enabling high-throughput, reproducible characterization of diverse particulate samples, as demonstrated in pharmaceutical nasal spray analysis