Molecular Spectroscopy Workbench: Thin-Film Filters for Raman Spectroscopy (PDF)

Spectroscopic analytical techniques are crucial for the analysis of agricultural products. 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 important quality parameters, adulteration, insects and rodent infestation, ripening, and other essential applications are discussed.

An interview with Paul Pudney, a winner of the William F. Meggers Award.

Researchers using a portable Raman spectroscopy system have begun in-field analysis of Stonehenge's Altar Stone, aiming to determine its origin and composition, potentially uncovering new insights into the ancient monument's history.

An interview with Charles Wilkins, the winner of the 2013 American Chemical Society Division of Analytical Chemistry Award in Chemical Instrumentation, sponsored by the Dow Chemical Company.

A trip to the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center served as a reminder of the importance of space exploration and the key role spectroscopy plays in this industry.

Researchers from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and the German Aerospace Center (DLR) have developed a cutting-edge fiber-dispersive Raman spectrometer (FDRS) capable of detecting low-density biological matter in space. By combining a single-photon detector with a dispersive optical fiber element, the team achieved a breakthrough in in-situ Raman spectroscopy, promising unprecedented sensitivity and reliability in the search for extraterrestrial rudimentary life.