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Aaron Acevedo is an assistant editor for LCGC and Spectroscopy at MJH Life Sciences.

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To effectively classify tobacco stems and impurities, a group of scientists from Jiangsu, China used hyperspectral superpixels to separate classify compounds and avoid the influence of interference fringes.

Tobacco Stem Impurities Identified with New Hyperspectral Superpixel Technique

Narangerel Altangerel, Zhenhuan Yi, and Marlan Scully of Texas A&M University recently used TRIP to analyze eight protein–ligand systems. Spectroscopy recently spoke to these three researchers about their findings and what the implications are for high-throughput drug screening. 

Using Thermostable Raman Interaction Profiling (TRIP) For Protein Binding Screening 

Key Steps in the Workflow to Analyze Raman Spectra

Bruno Pagano, full Professor of Physical Chemistry at the University of Naples Federico II (Italy), and his team have turned to UV resonance Raman (UVRR) spectroscopy to better understand these interactions. Spectroscopy spoke to Prof. Pagano about his work and the potential of UVRR spectroscopy as a valuable tool for studying G-quadruplex structures in biologically relevant conditions.

Studying Epigenetic Modifications of DNA Using UV Resonance Raman Spectroscopy

In a recent study published in Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy, two researchers from India studied the molecular composition of topiramate, revealing new insights.

Topiramate: A Promising Medication for Alcohol Dependence Explored Through Spectroscopic Analysis

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With more than four decades of experience, Larsen made significant contributions to the field of analytical chemistry. 

In Appreciation: Dr. Richard A. Larsen's Lifelong Dedication to Analytical Science

In a recent study, scientists used a combination of SERS, butanol, and gold nanoparticles to analyze the virus.

Using Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy to Analyze COVID-19 Virus

A study published in Scientific Reports has given intricate details into the production and composition of Roman Egyptian blue pigment. Using advanced Raman microspectroscopy, researchers explored pigment balls and murals from ancient Swiss cities, uncovering evidence of raw material provenance, crystal lattice disorder, and the formation of a copper-bearing green glass phase, revealing the sophisticated techniques employed by Roman artisans.

Ancient History Revealed Using Laser Light: Unraveling the Secrets of Roman Egyptian Blue

Arzak Mohamed from Macquarie University in Australia broke down how she uses spectroscopy to analyze ancient manuscripts. 

Non-Invasive Methods for Studying Papyrus from Ancient Egypt

Scientists used spectroscopic techniques to learn more about paintings in the blue room of Ariadne’s house. 