
What steps should one take if one wants to pursue a career studying the molecular makeup of celestial bodies?

What steps should one take if one wants to pursue a career studying the molecular makeup of celestial bodies?

Trust and understanding are the two key principles to keep in mind when advising trade commissions in the food science industry.

Top content published this week include a historical examination of the James L. Waters Symposium, an obituary of Peter Griffiths, and an article examining Raman spectroscopy instrumentation.

This video clip addresses the current skills gaps that are being seen in the food industry.

What is the one thing scientists often struggle with that holds them back in their careers? According to Kantha Shelke, Principal of Corvus Blue LLC and Senior Lecturer at Johns Hopkins University, scientists need to translate science into a language that resonates with non-scientific audiences.

Is confidence just a glorified attitude adjustment? In this interview segment, Kantha Shelke, Principal of Corvus Blue LLC and Senior Lecturer at Johns Hopkins University, answers this question.

Pursuing a career outside of corporate life requires taking risks. In this interview segment, Kantha Shelke, Principal of Corvus Blue LLC and Senior Lecturer at Johns Hopkins University, details some of these risks.

Top content published this week include a new article on bioprocess monitoring, a new “Chemometrics in Spectroscopy” column, and an overview of the latest advancements in laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS).

A recent study presented a new method for identifying textile fibers using Raman spectroscopy and deep learning.

Carbon plays a role in building complex organic molecules, including those found in outer space.

A recent study published in the journal Forensic Science International tested a new method for differentiating between individual lipstick products.

This dynamic video explores some of the latest advancements in molecular spectroscopy.

Top content published this week include a new digital e-book that explores the role of spectroscopy in cultural heritage analysis and more.

The 29th International Conference on Raman Spectroscopy (ICORS 2026) is set to have a gala dinner cruise for conference attendees to enjoy.

X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy has been an important method in the study Stonehenge.

In this preview of the upcoming American Chemical Society (ACS) Fall 2026 Meeting, we sat down with Pavithraa “Pavi” Sundararajan, a postdoctoral fellow at NASA Ames Research Center, talks about her career journey and what inspired her to become an astrochemist.

In this preview of the upcoming American Chemical Society (ACS) Fall 2026 Meeting, we sat down with Pavithraa “Pavi” Sundararajan, a postdoctoral fellow at NASA Ames Research Center, to ask her about what she is looking forward to at the conference.

The Altar Stone cannot be taken to a laboratory for analysis, but portable Raman analyzers are getting the job done on-site.

In this preview of the upcoming American Chemical Society (ACS) Fall 2026 Meeting, we sat down with Pavithraa “Pavi” Sundararajan, a postdoctoral fellow at NASA Ames Research Center, discusses how spectroscopic techniques have been applied in the study of nitrogen-containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

Top articles published this week include a new peer-reviewed article how laser pulse width and repetition rate affect quantitative elemental analysis of aluminum alloys using fiber laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) and more.

In this preview of the upcoming American Chemical Society (ACS) Fall 2026 Meeting, we sat down with Pavithraa “Pavi” Sundararajan, a postdoctoral fellow at NASA Ames Research Center, previews her upcoming talk on polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

In the second episode of “Spectroscopy Around the Globe,” host Will Wetzel takes viewers on a journey to England to explore how spectroscopy is being used to uncover the secrets of Stonehenge.

What are some of the limitations of elemental selective techniques?

How can inductively coupled plasma–mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) detect particles that were missed in initial analyses?

Young spectroscopists need to know how to work with instruments and acquire the necessary scientific knowledge required in their field, but equally important are skills such as writing and communication.

Top articles published this week include an inside look at university archaeology programs and a couple previews of two Spectroscopy-focused conferences that are upcoming.

Students who study archaeometry are building skills and conducting work that is similar to other disciplines.

Top articles published this week include a discussion about hands-on learning when it comes to spectroscopy curricula and a new “Focus on Quality” column on spectrometer validation.

In the second episode of “Spectroscopy Around the Globe,” we will shift from Egypt to England, where we will explore how spectroscopy is helping us learn more about Stonehenge, a popular tourist attraction.

Not all universities and colleges have the equipment people use in industry, which puts students at a disadvantage compared to those who can access and use these instruments.