Raman Spectroscopy

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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.

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Shifted-excitation Raman difference spectroscopy (SERDS) is a technique that is capable of reducing the interference caused by fluorescence and improve the potential of Raman for distinguishing drug compounds in seized samples with fluorescent additives. Here, 43 drugs were analyzed to show the practical application of SERDS.

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Researchers from Humboldt-Universität in Berlin have utilized ultraviolet resonance Raman (UVRR) spectroscopy to differentiate between bovine serum albumin (BSA) and human serum albumin (HSA) based on their similar structures and amino acid composition. By comparing the UVRR spectra of the proteins with those of specific amino acids, they have identified distinctive features that allow for accurate discrimination and provide insights into the secondary structure and binding sites of serum albumins.

Abstract scientific image, glowing exoplanets in deep space on background of spiral galaxy. Exoplanet or extrasolar planet is planet outside Solar System. | Image Credit: © IgorZh - stock.adobe.com

The study of exoplanets, or planets outside of our solar system, is becoming increasingly important in space exploration. Scientists are working to characterize these planets and Raman spectroscopy is playing a key role. Andrew Mattioda, a research scientist at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Ames Research Center, is on the front lines of this research.

4th Annual Molecular Spectroscopy in Practice Symposium

Webinar Date/Time: Tuesday, July 25th, 2023 Morning session: 9:30am EDT|6:30am PST|3:30pm CET|2:30pm GMT Afternoon session: 2pm EDT|11am PST|8pm CET|7pm GMT Wednesday,July 26th, 2023 Morning session: 9:30am EDT|6:30am PST|3:30pm CET|2:30pm GMT Afternoon session: 2pm EDT|11am PST|8pm CET|7pm GMT

strawberry, vanilla, chocolate ice cream woth waffle cone on marble stone backgrounds | Image Credit: © ahirao - stock.adobe.com

Researchers have conducted a preliminary study on the potential use of near-infrared (NIR) and Raman spectroscopy for predicting ice cream mix viscosity. The study highlights the promising performance of NIR spectroscopy and serves as a starting point for further investigations into in situ application of these analytical tools in the ice cream manufacturing process.