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<li>🎤 Presenter: Christina Kelly¹, Joseph Binkley¹, David Borton¹, Mark Merrick¹, Nick Jones¹, Sebastiano Panto², Lena Dubois² (¹LECO Corporation, Saint Joseph, Michigan, USA. ²LECO European Applications and Technical Centre, Berlin, Germany)</li>
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💡 Book in your calendar: <a href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/events/436">15th Multidimensional Chromatography Workshop (MDCW) January 2024</a>
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<h3>Abstract</h3>
Published in 2022, the <a href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?search=flow-modulated+GCxGC-FID">flow-modulated GCxGC-FID</a> ASTM Standard Test Method D8396 for <a href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?search=Group-Type+Quantitation">Group-Type Quantitation of Hydrocarbons</a> in Hydrocarbon Liquids demonstrates that GCxGC is gaining acceptance as a routine technique in the petroleum industry. 
With this acceptance comes the expectation for easy-to-understand, user-friendly interfaces and robust hardware that reliably provides full transfer of analytes throughout the separation space for accurate quantitation of chemical species that correlate to bulk physical properties of petroleum products. Preliminary results from testing both gravimetric standards and a variety of reference aviation and diesel fuels evaluate a variety of method parameters crucial to providing proper transfer of analytes from the primary to secondary column when using flow modulation. 
Clear workflows that simplify GCxGC method development for reverse fill-flush flow modulation are optimized for easier adoption in routine laboratories. Additional support in characterization of samples is provided using a prototype GCxGC-TOFMS/FID instrument which is equipped with a novel splitter design that ensures a consistent split ratio between the MS and FID detectors to avoid erroneous area percent determinations as well as a novel peak alignment algorithm that simplifies identification of FID peaks using corresponding MS spectra to assist in drawing regions for more accurate group-type quantitation of chemical classes.

Method development for petroleum analysis using GC×GC-MS/FID (Sebastiano Panto, MDCW 2023)

Los Angeles, California —LECO Corporation has partnered with California State University, Los Angeles, on the development of its new LECO Complex Chemical Compositional Analysis Lab. The opening of the lab on September 19th marked a significant step towards advancing research and education in complex chemical analysis not only at the university but throughout the West Coast.
The new C3AL, as it is referred to, is located in the renovated laboratory of Rosser Hall at CSULA. Here, students, colleagues, and partners will study the composition and structure of complex chemical samples under the direction of Dr. Petr Vozka, professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
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<h5><a href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/companies/219">Complex Chemical Composition Analysis Lab (C³AL)</a></h5>
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We are a research group in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Los Angeles. Our research revolves around the characterization of complex chemical mixtures via state-of-the-art techniques, inlcuding <a href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?instrumentationItems=2&amp;manufacturerItems=25">two-dimensional gas chromatography</a> and <a href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?instrumentationItems=3-5-13&amp;manufacturerItems=25">high-resolution mass spectrometry</a>.
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&quot;The mission of CSULA is to mold adept students ready to lead in the industry and excel in top-tier graduate programs,&quot; said Dr. Vozka. &quot;Every milestone, every achievement, is a testament to our collective efforts.”
&quot;The opportunity to partner with Dr. Vozka and the Cal State community presented itself when we learned of Petr&#39;s commitment to educating the next generation of scientists on powerful new techniques for the identification of unknowns,&quot; said Farai Rukunda, Director of Separation Science at LECO. &quot;As the industry leader in instrumentation for complex sample analysis, it was a natural fit for us to work together to ensure these new and emerging leaders had exposure to and the proper training on these new revolutionary techniques.&quot;
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As part of its contribution to the new laboratory, LECO provided state-of-the-art time-of-flight mass spectrometry equipment. The Pegasus BT brings <a href="https://gcms.cz/products/36">GC</a>, <a href="https://gcms.cz/products/37">GCxGC</a>, and TOFMS capabilities to the laboratory and allows for deep investigations to a variety of complex samples and interesting questions. Having access to this technology provides the students at the C3AL an opportunity to collaborate with and learn from industry leaders currently using these same tools to solve real-world problems.
LECO, based in St. Joseph, Michigan, plans to utilize the lab for future training and product demonstrations on the West Coast as well.
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&quot;The West Coast continues to be a hot spot for laboratories doing discovery work in the areas of unknown analyte detection, particularly in areas like Metabolomics and Environmental Forensics,&quot; said Dave Russ, US Sales Manager for Separation Science. &quot;The C3AL lab gives us access to a working LECO laboratory on the West Coast, so we can better support this growing community.&quot;
Following the ceremony, Christopher Warren, President of LECO Corporation, affirmed the company&#39;s commitment to supporting the lab for years to come.
&quot;This new partnership promotes advancement in research capabilities and provides students with the opportunity to make their mark on chemical analysis,&quot; says Chris Warren, President of LECO Corporation. &quot;As scientists ourselves, we look forward to mentoring the next generation in solving tomorrow&#39;s complex problems today&quot;.
For more information on the Cal State LA/LECO C3AL lab, please contact Dr. Petr Vozka at pvozka@calstatela.edu.
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LECO Launches New Laboratory in Partnership with California State University, Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA – The College of Natural and Social Sciences at California State University, Los Angeles, is pleased to announce a significant donation from NXT Power, a leader in manufacturing advanced power quality solutions. This contribution, consisting of two state-of-the-art Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units, will significantly enhance the technological capabilities of the university&#39;s Department of Chemistry &amp; Biochemistry.
The donated UPS units, part of NXT Power&#39;s Integrity Series, will be instrumental in safeguarding the laboratory equipment at Cal State LA&#39;s Department of Chemistry &amp; Biochemistry. These systems prevent hardware damage and disruptions, ensuring maximum uptime and safeguarding vital research activities.
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Moreover, the NXT Power Integrity Max UPS system is specifically engineered to protect against degradation and disruptions in laboratory settings, which is pivotal for the university&#39;s research involving sophisticated instruments like the LECO Pegasus BT 4D GC/MS system. This support from NXT Power enhances our research capabilities and significantly contributes to our students&#39; educational and professional development.
This partnership with NXT Power supports our mission to prepare future scientists and innovators by providing enhanced laboratory resources. This offers our students hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, furthering their readiness for future scientific endeavors and contributing significantly to their academic and professional growth.
We appreciate NXT Power&#39;s support in educating and preparing the next generation of scientists and engineers.
Learn more about <a href="https://www.nxtpower.com/">NXT Power</a>.
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Cal State LA Receives Vital Technological Support from NXT Power

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We are a research group in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Los Angeles. Our research revolves around the characterization of complex chemical mixtures via state-of-the-art techniques, including two-dimensional gas chromatography and high-resolution mass spectrometry.

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