Molecular Spectroscopy

Joseph P. Smith, Director of Process R&D Enabling Technologies at Merck has been awarded the 2024 Emerging Leader in Molecular Spectroscopy Award, recognizing his significant contributions to the advancement of molecular spectroscopy in the pharmaceutical industry.

A recent study from the Center for Research on Archaeometry and Conservation Science demonstrated the value of using μ-Raman spectroscopy to analyze ancient ceramics.

In this interview, originally published in European Spectroscopy News 44 in 1982, Dave Briggs sat down with 1981 Nobel Prize winner Kai Manne Börje Siegbahn to discuss his career and work in spectroscopy.

In this article, we show a cross-sectional map of a film compared to a depth profile to evaluate the quality of depth profile measurements.

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 published in Food Frontiers shows how Raman spectroscopy is being applied in biomedical sciences and what it means for the industry moving forward.

A recent study used Raman spectroscopy to analyze the crystalline state of minerals.

A recent study showcased how a new Raman spectrometer can improve planetary material analysis.

A recent study from Hefei University examined the role that Raman spectroscopy has played in food safety analysis.

A recent study published in the International Journal of Molecular Science shows how Raman spectroscopy combined with machine learning can serve as an improved alternative detection method to preclinical Alzheimer’s diagnosis.

A recent review article discusses four advanced Raman techniques, including surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), Raman tweezers (RTs), tip-enhanced Raman scattering (TERS), and Raman mapping/imaging (RM/RI), and how these techniques are being applied for the detection of micro- and nanoplastics.

Researchers have delved into the material composition and degradation phenomena of Barbie dolls produced between 1959 and 1976, uncovering insights into their chemical degradation and preservation challenges.

Spectroscopy published stories this work that covered topics such as fluorescence spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and hyperspectral imaging.

A recent study examined how advancements in Raman spectroscopy have aided breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.

A research team from the Manipal Academy of Higher Education in India examined how Raman spectroscopy and machine learning can be used to classify microplastics in water sources.

Below is a compilation of articles from our Molecular Spectroscopy Workbench column.

A recent study from Hebei North University developed and tested a new fluorescence probe designed to improve copper detection.

A recent study showcases how a new rapid colorimetric nanosensor can make the process of detecting hydrogen peroxide in milk products more sustainable.

Spectroscopy published stories on Raman, infrared spectroscopy, UV-vis, and more. Here are the top reads from the week.

A recent study demonstrated experimental sensing on field-resolved molecular fingerprinting using scanning techniques.

Researchers from Peking University and Kwansei Gakuin University are developing a new approach to analyze intermolecular interactions using two-dimension correlation spectroscopy.

A recent study from the University of Bristol shows how Raman spectroscopy can be used to distinguish between ivory belonging to elephants or mammoths.

A recent study uses Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy to study biochemical changes associated with child obesity.

A recent study from Shenzhen University used a novel biosensor based on Fano resonance to improve the detection of cancer.

A recent study used spectroscopic techniques to quantify telmisartan and rosuvastatin in tablet dosage form and plasma.

A study from Brazil explored how to use hyperspectral imaging and machine learning to determine the severity of Asian soybean rust.

In a recent study, researchers from China investigated the effects of incorporating environmental markers into toxicity prediction models.

Raman spectroscopy has not been used in the electroceramics industry extensively. However, according to the authors of this study, a shift is underway to change that.

A recent study from the Southern University of Science and Technology proposes a new Raman spectral preprocessing scheme based on self-supervised learning (RSPSSL).