<p><strong>Join us for a free two-day LECO Separation Science Workshop on September 23–24, 2026, at the </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/companies/219"><strong>C³AL Laboratory</strong></a><strong> at Cal State LA. Registration is free, and meals and refreshments will be provided throughout the workshop.&nbsp;</strong></p><h4><strong>Registration</strong></h4><blockquote><p class="cke-user_style-important"><strong>👉</strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=iYeNbqIuykW7qZP4_jUEVbznDB40eK1PgjPzhHyb__9URTFTTFA5UEEzQ1A4MUtFV0o4TEJTNlZCOS4u&amp;route=shorturl"><strong>Register HERE</strong></a></p><p class="cke-user_style-important"><strong>Space is limited, register today!</strong></p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/LECO_LECO_Separation_Science_Workshop_registration_332543a18e.jpg" alt="LECO: LECO Separation Science Workshop - QR code for registration" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_LECO_LECO_Separation_Science_Workshop_registration_332543a18e.jpg 156w," sizes="100vw" width="437" height="437"></p></blockquote><h4><strong>Hand-on Experience with the LECO Complex Chemical Composition Analysis Lab C<sup>3</sup>AL</strong></h4><ul><li>Work directly with LECO instruments in the C<sup>3</sup>AL Laboratory</li><li>Learn complete analytical workflows from sample to answer</li><li>Get expert guidance from LECO application scientists</li><li>Develop methods and solve real-world challenges</li><li>Collaborate, ask questions, and build your skills</li></ul><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Cal_State_LA_The_LECO_Pegasus_BTX_system_in_Cal_State_LA_s_LECO_Complex_Chemical_Compositional_Analysis_Lab_enhances_research_and_student_training_in_advanced_chemical_analysis_cover_b739e727ca.jpg" alt="Cal State LA: The LECO Pegasus BTX system in Cal State LA’s LECO Complex Chemical Compositional Analysis Lab enhances research and student training in advanced chemical analysis" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Cal_State_LA_The_LECO_Pegasus_BTX_system_in_Cal_State_LA_s_LECO_Complex_Chemical_Compositional_Analysis_Lab_enhances_research_and_student_training_in_advanced_chemical_analysis_cover_b739e727ca.jpg 227w," sizes="100vw" width="1252" height="863"></p><p>The first day will focus on the <strong>fundamentals and theory</strong> of comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography (<strong>GC×GC</strong>), with an emphasis on understanding how GC×GC can enhance your research, solve complex analytical challenges, and support your laboratory or company goals.&nbsp;</p><p>The second day will be dedicated to <strong>hands-on activities</strong>, giving participants the opportunity to work directly with <strong>LECO instrumentation</strong>, learn <strong>practical analytical workflows</strong>, and <strong>analyze their own samples</strong> with guidance from LECO application scientists.&nbsp;</p><p>Whether you are new to GC×GC or looking to expand its use in your research or organization, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn, explore, and apply the technology in a practical setting. Space is limited, so register early!</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Cal_State_LA_LECO_QUADJET_G_Cx_GC_coupled_to_Pegasus_BT_4_D_TOM_MS_in_the_Complex_Chemical_Composition_Analysis_Lab_C_AL_077a14ae34/Cal-State-LA-LECO-QUADJET-GCxGC-coupled-to-Pegasus-BT-4D-TOM-MS-in-the-Complex-Chemical-Composition-Analysis-Lab-(CAL).jpg" alt="Cal State LA: LECO QUADJET GCxGC coupled to Pegasus BT 4D TOM MS in the Complex Chemical Composition Analysis Lab (C³AL)" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Cal_State_LA_LECO_QUADJET_G_Cx_GC_coupled_to_Pegasus_BT_4_D_TOM_MS_in_the_Complex_Chemical_Composition_Analysis_Lab_C_AL_077a14ae34/thumbnail_Cal-State-LA-LECO-QUADJET-GCxGC-coupled-to-Pegasus-BT-4D-TOM-MS-in-the-Complex-Chemical-Composition-Analysis-Lab-(CAL).jpg 234w," sizes="100vw" width="1949" height="1299"></p>

LECO Separation Science Workshop

<h2><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.isc2026.org/"><strong>ISC 2026</strong></a></h2><p><strong>The </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/companies/314"><strong>International Symposium on Chromatography (ISC)</strong></a><strong> represents the oldest conference series on separation science. ISC symposia have been organised since 1956 in each even year. ISC is one of the premier meetings series for discussion of all modes of chromatography and separation science with a broad coverage of techniques and applications.</strong></p><h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/events/644"><strong>35th International Symposium on Chromatography</strong></a></h4><p>📆<strong>6. - 10. September 2026</strong></p><p>📍<strong>Prague, Czech Republic</strong></p><h3><strong>REGISTRATION</strong></h3><blockquote><p class="cke-user_style-important"><strong>👉</strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.czech-in.org/cmPortalV15/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2FcmPortalV15%2FPortal%2FISC26%2Fnormal"><strong>Register HERE for the ISC 2026</strong></a></p><p><strong>Late Registration until 25 August 2026</strong></p></blockquote><h3><strong>INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES</strong></h3><h4><strong>Activity 1: Discussion Session: Industry &amp; Education</strong></h4><ul><li>Monday, 7 September 2026 | 16:30-17:50</li><li><strong>Place:</strong> Club A</li><li><strong>Moderators:</strong> Tony Edge and Deirdre Cabooter&nbsp;</li></ul><h5><strong>Concept:</strong></h5><p>This discussion session will explore the relationship between education in separation science in academia and the expectations of industry, focusing on how universities and companies can better collaborate to prepare graduates for successful careers in analytical laboratories and R&amp;D environments.<br>The goal of the session is to provide perspectives from both academia and industry on how education in chromatography and related separation techniques can evolve to better reflect current technological, methodological, and regulatory challenges.</p><h5><strong>Discussion Topics:</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>Bridging academia and industry: </strong>how both sectors perceive current cooperation and where improvements are possible&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Graduate preparedness:</strong> which skills and competencies are often missing when entering industrial roles, and in which areas graduates typically excel&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Approaches to teaching separation science:</strong> how chromatography and related analytical techniques are taught across different universities and regions&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Industry support for education: </strong>examples of collaboration such as internships, industrial placements, joint teaching activities, or access to instrumentation&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Experiences with academia–industry partnerships: </strong>what models of cooperation have proven effective in practice&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Future perspectives</strong>: how education in separation science should adapt to emerging trends such as automation, digitalization, sustainability, and regulatory requirements&nbsp;</li></ul><h5><strong>Format:</strong></h5><p>Moderated panel discussion with short introductory remarks from invited speakers representing both academia and industry, followed by an interactive discussion with the audience.</p><h5><strong>Panelists:</strong></h5><ul><li>Shimadzu&nbsp;</li><li>Novartis&nbsp;</li><li>Jelle De Vos, RIC Group&nbsp;</li><li>Davy Guillarme, University of Geneva&nbsp;</li><li>Caterina Temporini, University of Pavia&nbsp;</li></ul><h4><strong>Activity 2: Career Presentation&nbsp;</strong></h4><ul><li>Monday, 7 September 2026 | 18:00-19:00</li><li><strong>Place: </strong>Club A</li><li><strong>Moderators: </strong>Adrian Clarke and Martina Catani</li></ul><h5><strong>Concept:</strong></h5><p>This session will provide an overview of career opportunities in separation science across industry, highlighting the wide range of professional pathways available to graduates and experienced scientists working in chromatography and related analytical disciplines.</p><p>Participating companies will introduce their organizations, present typical roles involving separation techniques, and share insights into the skills and competencies they seek in candidates. The session is intended to support students, early-career researchers, and experienced professionals interested in exploring career options in industry sectors.</p><h5><strong>Discussion Topics:&nbsp;</strong></h5><ul><li>Overview of career paths involving chromatography and separation science&nbsp;</li><li>Entry-level opportunities for graduates and PhD holders&nbsp;</li><li>Positions for experienced scientists and technical specialists&nbsp;</li><li>Roles in R&amp;D, analytical development, quality control, regulatory science, application support, and instrument development&nbsp;</li><li>Skills and competencies valued by employers in separation science&nbsp;</li><li>Internships, graduate programs, and early-career development opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Mobility between academia and industry&nbsp;</li></ul><h5><strong>Format:</strong></h5><p>Short presentation providing:</p><ul><li>overview of different carrier paths&nbsp;</li><li>introduction to the company and its activities related to separation science&nbsp;</li><li>examples of typical roles and career progression paths&nbsp;</li><li>information about current or expected hiring needs&nbsp;</li><li>advice for candidates interested in pursuing careers in industry&nbsp;</li><li>the session should include time for informal discussion, allowing participants to interact with company representatives and learn more about specific opportunities.&nbsp;</li></ul><h4><strong>Activity 3: Job Fair</strong></h4><ul><li>Monday, 7 September and Tuesday, 8 September 2026 | 12:30-14:00</li><li><strong>Place: </strong>Club A</li><li><strong>Main organizer:</strong> Adrian Clarke</li></ul><h5><strong>Concept:</strong></h5><p>The ISC 2026 Job Fair provides a structured opportunity for direct interaction between companies active in separation science and conference participants seeking career opportunities. The session is designed to facilitate efficient, focused conversations between employers and candidates interested in positions related to chromatography and analytical science.</p><p>Participating candidates will submit their CV in advance allowing companies to review profiles prior to the event and identify potential matches based on expertise, experience, and career interests.</p><h5><strong>Format:</strong></h5><p>The Job Fair will follow a structured rotation format:</p><ul><li>Each participating company will be assigned a dedicated table&nbsp;</li><li>One company representative will meet candidates individually&nbsp;</li><li>Each candidate will have 5 minutes per meeting to introduce their background and interests&nbsp;</li><li>Participants will rotate between companies at timed intervals&nbsp;</li><li>Session timing will be managed by the organizer, with a signal indicating when to move to the next meeting&nbsp;</li></ul><h5><strong>Candidates:</strong></h5><p>Participants interested in joining the Job Fair are asked to:</p><ul><li>submit their CV before August 23rd &nbsp;</li><li>indicate areas of expertise and career interests&nbsp;</li><li>specify whether they are seeking internships, entry-level roles, or experienced positions&nbsp;</li><li>specify if you cannot be available on a certain day e.g. owing to poster presentation&nbsp;</li><li>send these materials to: <a href="mailto:careers@isc2026.org">careers@isc2026.org</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><h5><strong>Companies:</strong></h5><p>Confirmed participating companies to date include:</p><ul><li>Novartis&nbsp;</li><li>RIC Group&nbsp;</li><li>Shimadzu&nbsp;</li><li>further companies to be added&nbsp;</li></ul><p>Potential employers please register your interest to <a href="mailto:careers@isc2026.org">careers@isc2026.org</a> to participate in the speed-dating (first come first served basis).</p><p>“<strong>Jobs position</strong>” board will be available in the Careers fair in the foyer in the symposium venue and attendees can visit the company booths in the exhibition hall or discuss with recruiting companies during the conference.</p><blockquote><p>Recruiters please send an email with your open positions to <a href="careers@isc2026.org">careers@isc2026.org</a> by the <strong>23rd August</strong> and bring the job adverts to post on the jobs board (there will also be the possibility to upload the open positions to the Symposium app).</p></blockquote><h4><strong>Activity 4: Discussion Session: Artificial Intelligence in Separation Science: From Concept to Practice</strong></h4><ul><li>Tuesday, 8 September 2026 | 16:30-18:00</li><li>Place: Club A</li><li><strong>Moderators:</strong> Bob Pirok</li></ul><h5><strong>Concept:</strong></h5><p>Artificial intelligence (AI) and data-driven approaches are increasingly influencing analytical chemistry, offering new possibilities for method development, data interpretation, process optimization, and decision support. This discussion session will explore how AI is currently being applied in separation science, with a particular focus on practical implementation in industry environments.</p><p>The session aims to provide a realistic overview of the current state of AI adoption, highlighting both successful applications and remaining challenges. Contributions from industry and academia will help clarify where AI already delivers value, where expectations may exceed current capabilities, and what developments are needed to enable broader implementation.</p><h5><strong>Discussion Topics:&nbsp;</strong></h5><ul><li>Current applications of AI and machine learning in separation science&nbsp;</li><li>Use of AI in chromatographic method development and optimization&nbsp;</li><li>Data analysis, peak detection, and automated interpretation of complex datasets&nbsp;</li><li>AI-supported troubleshooting and predictive maintenance of analytical instruments&nbsp;</li><li>Integration of AI into regulated environments (e.g., pharmaceutical industry)&nbsp;</li><li>Data requirements, data quality, and standardization challenges&nbsp;</li><li>Comparison between academic developments and real-world industrial implementation&nbsp;</li><li>Barriers to adoption, including regulatory considerations, validation requirements, and transparency of models&nbsp;</li><li>Future outlook: digital laboratories, autonomous method development, and AI-assisted decision-making in analytical workflows&nbsp;</li></ul><h5><strong>Format:</strong></h5><p>Moderated panel discussion with short introductory remarks from invited speakers representing both academia and industry, followed by an interactive discussion with the audience.</p><h4><strong>Activity 5: Discussion Session: Sustainability in Separation Science</strong></h4><ul><li>Wednesday, 9 September 2026 | 16:30-18:00</li><li><strong>Place:</strong> Club A</li><li><strong>Moderators:</strong> Gertrud Morlock</li></ul><h5><strong>Concept:</strong></h5><p>Sustainability has become an increasingly important priority in analytical science, driving the development of greener methods, reduced solvent consumption, improved energy efficiency, and more responsible laboratory practices. While academic research frequently proposes innovative sustainable approaches, their implementation in industry is often influenced by additional considerations such as robustness, regulatory compliance, cost efficiency, scalability, and long-term reliability.</p><p>This discussion session aims to explore how sustainability principles are applied in real industrial environments and how collaboration between academia and industry can help translate promising research concepts into practical, validated solutions.</p><p>By bringing together perspectives from both sectors, the session will highlight opportunities to better align research priorities with industrial needs and identify realistic pathways toward more sustainable separation workflows.</p><h5><strong>Discussion Topics:&nbsp;</strong></h5><ul><li>Reduction of solvent consumption and the transition to more environmentally friendly mobile phases&nbsp;</li><li>Miniaturized and more efficient separation and extraction techniques&nbsp;</li><li>Energy consumption and efficiency of laboratory processes and analytical instrumentation&nbsp;</li><li>Lifecycle considerations for columns, consumables, and laboratory waste&nbsp;</li><li>Metrics and approaches for measuring and evaluating the “greenness” of analytical methods&nbsp;</li><li>Regulatory constraints and requirements that may limit the implementation of greener analytical workflows&nbsp;</li></ul><h5><strong>Format:</strong></h5><p>Moderated panel discussion with short introductory contributions from invited speakers representing industry, academia, and technology providers, followed by interactive discussion with the audience.</p><h5><strong>Panelists:</strong></h5><ul><li>Sébastien Rolle, Shimadzu&nbsp;</li><li>Ken Cook, Thermo Fisher Scientific&nbsp;</li><li>Andreas Otto, Agilent&nbsp;</li><li>Janusz Pawliszyn, University of Waterloo&nbsp;</li><li>Giorgia Purcaro, University of Liège&nbsp;</li></ul>

Industry program at ISC 2026

<p><strong>We are delighted to invite food scientists from academia and industry, representatives of (inter)national agencies, control authorities, governmental and commercial laboratories to attend </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/events/928"><strong>RAFA 2026</strong></a><strong> (12th Symposium on Recent Advances in Food Analysis), that takes place 3–6 November 2026 in Prague..</strong></p><blockquote><p class="cke-user_style-important"><strong>👉</strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://rafa.easyevent.eu/tickets/"><strong>SUBMIT ABSTRACT</strong></a> <strong>FOR POSTER PRESENTATION by August 31, 2026</strong></p><p>Do not miss the opportunity to present your latest results at <strong>RAFA 2026</strong>.</p></blockquote><h5><strong>Next deadlines:</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>August 31, 2026</strong>: 2nd window – &nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.rafa2026.eu/sponsors_exhibitors_media_partners_info.html"><strong>Application for participation as a Sponsor or Exhibitor</strong></a></li><li><strong>September 30, 2026:&nbsp;</strong><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.rafa2026.eu/registration.html"><strong>Registration at the regular rate</strong></a></li><li><strong>Abstract submission</strong> – <strong>Last minute posters </strong>(<i>May not appear in the RAFA 2026 program</i>)</li></ul></li></ul><p>Since its first edition in 2003, RAFA has grown into a <strong>prestigious international event</strong>, typically welcoming <strong>up to 850 participants</strong> from more than <strong>60 countries</strong> worldwide, with the support of more than 50 sponsors, exhibitors, media and supporting partners.</p><p>RAFA 2026 will provide an overview of contemporary trends in the <strong>ANALYTICAL &amp; BIOANALYTICAL STRATEGIES IN FOOD QUALITY AND SAFETY CONTROL</strong> and discuss the <strong>CHALLENGES AND NOVEL APPROACHES IN FOOD AND NATURAL PRODUCTS ANALYSIS</strong>.</p><p>View the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.rafa2026.eu/invited_speakers.html"><strong>list of distinguished speakers</strong></a> who have accepted our invitation to RAFA 2026 and will present current hot topics and future perspectives in food analysis!</p><blockquote><p>👉More details on the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.rafa2026.eu/scientific_programme.html"><strong>RAFA 2026 preliminary program</strong></a> can be found HERE.</p><p>👉OUR <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.rafa2026.eu/about_sponsors_exhibitors_partners.html"><strong>SPONSORS, EXHIBITORS, MEDIA and SUPPORTING PARTNERS</strong></a></p></blockquote><p>You are kindly invited to join and contribute to our exciting scientific program and unforgettable social events!</p><p><strong>We look forward to meeting you again in Prague!</strong></p><ul><li>Prof. Jana Pulkrabova &amp; Dr. Stefan van Leeuwen, Symposium Chairs</li><li>Prof. Michele Suman, Symposium Co-chair</li><li>Prof. Jana Hajslova &amp; Prof. Michel Nielen, Symposium Honorary Chairs</li></ul>

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RAFA provides an overview of contemporary trends in ANALYTICAL & BIOANALYTICAL STRATEGIES IN FOOD QUALITY AND SAFETY CONTROL and discusses CHALLENGES / NOVEL APPROACHES IN FOOD AND NATURAL PRODUCTS ANALYSIS.

Recent Advances in Food Analysis (RAFA)

The International Symposium on Chromatography (ISC) represents the oldest conference series focussing on separation science. ISC symposia have been organised since 1956 in each even year. ISC is internationally recognised as one of the premier meeting series for discussion of all modes of chromatography and separation science with a broad coverage of techniques and applications.

International Symposium on Chromatography - (ISC)

In 1936, the Laboratory Equipment Company introduced the first rapid carbon determinator for the American iron and steel industry.  Today, almost 80 years later, LECO is recognized globally as a leader in the development of high-quality analytical instrumentation, mass spectrometers, comprehensive two-dimensional chromatography, metallography & optical equipment as well as consumables.

LECO

Mestrelab Mnova MSChrom software

Mnova MSChrom (Formerly MS) provides a common interface for different vendor data and automates all functionality such as data importing and display, integration, background subtraction, display of extracted mass chromatograms, molecule match, enumeration of molecular formulae, etc.

<h3><strong>Process, analyze and report your LC-MS and GC-MS data from your different instruments</strong></h3>
<p>Mnova MSChrom (Formerly MS) provides a common interface for different vendor data and automates all functionality such as data importing and display, integration, background subtraction, display of extracted mass chromatograms, molecule match, enumeration of molecular formulae, etc.</p>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mnova_MS_Chrom_Effortlessly_analyze_and_report_LCMS_and_GCMS_data_from_a_wide_range_of_instruments_b7f5482cde.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mnova MSChrom - Effortlessly analyze and report LCMS and GCMS data from a wide range of instruments."/></p>
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<h4><a href="http://www2.mestrelab.com/l/271522/2024-03-25/3nwslf"><strong>Visit MestreLab Research MSChrom product page to learn more!</strong></a></h4>
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<h3><strong>MSChrom Highlights</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Common interface</strong> to visualize your data from different vendors.</li>
<li><strong>Automate all functionality</strong> such as data importing and display, integration, background subtraction, display of extracted mass chromatograms, molecule match, enumeration of molecular formula, etc.</li>
<li><strong>Verify proposed structures</strong> by automatically matching molecular ion and isotope peaks, and potentially the MS/MS fragmentation peaks.</li>
<li><strong>Predict the isotope clusters</strong> of a molecular formula with various adducts/losses and compare with observed mass spectrum.</li>
<li><strong>Process and report</strong> MS data on your computer, improves the efficiency and save time for more complex problems.</li>
<li><strong>Improve your efficiency</strong> by automating and customizing the analysis and reporting in batch mode or in real-time using Mnova scripts.</li>
<li>Make your <strong>analytical results searchable</strong> using Mnova DB!</li>
<li><strong>Calculate MS peak purity.</strong> The Mnova MS peak purity shows the curves associated to the most abundant mass peaks under the selected chromatogram peak.</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mnova_MS_Chrom_Opens_the_power_of_the_technique_to_all_non_expert_users_9ccef334fa.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mnova MSChrom - Opens the power of the technique to all non-expert users."/></p>
<h3><strong>Mnova MSChrom Features</strong></h3>
<h4><strong>Background Subtraction</strong></h4>
<ul>
<li>This new feature is designed to facilitate background subtraction in your datasets, offering the capability to apply mass spectra and UV subtraction to lower impurities and noisy common peaks obtained from your analytical system, etc. to achieve more precise data analysis.</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mnova_MS_Chrom_Sample_2_and_blank_1_used_to_apply_MS_Background_Subtraction_and_the_result_3_6a554048a8.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mnova MSChrom - Sample, 2, and blank, 1, used to apply MS Background Subtraction and the result, 3."/></p>
<h4><strong>New Enhanced Peak Picking Algorithm and Blind Regions</strong></h4>
<ul>
<li><p>Now, MSChrom includes a new <strong>Enhanced Peak Picking Algorithm</strong> providing an alternative to the Classic algorithm used in previous versions of MSChrom. Within <strong>Enhanced</strong> peak picking algorithm new settings are available to reproduce your best results in terms of detection and integration, including Baseline Correction, smoothing features, and a new functionality based on Saturated levels, where users can set an abundance threshold to identify those overloaded peaks due to detector saturation, and perform corrections on them.</p>
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<li><p>Introducing the new <strong>Blind Regions</strong> tool-a highly beneficial addition. This tool enables the selective exclusion of those undesired regions from chromatograms during analytical processes as peak picking or any general data treatment. Blind Regions will remain ignored saving time, resources, providing better reproducible results. It proves especially helpful in cases where challenges arise in specific regions (solvent front in LC, column bleeding in GC, etc.) or, for instance, when opting to discard the limits of the chromatogram.</p>
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</ul>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mnova_MS_Chrom_Chromatographic_Peak_Detection_Settings_panel_and_Blind_Regions_table_displayed_after_peak_picking_9f4b2b6def.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mnova MSChrom - Chromatographic Peak Detection Settings panel and Blind Regions table displayed after peak picking process and applying two blind regions on the chromatogram."/></p>
<h4><strong>Combine NMR and LC-MS or GC-MS Data in the Same Document</strong></h4>
<ul>
<li>Automatically open analytical data from instruments like Agilent, Bruker, JEOL, Thermo, and Waters, along with data in mzData or mzXML formats (<a href="http://www2.mestrelab.com/l/271522/2024-04-10/3p2gs6"><strong>refer to supported formats here</strong></a>).</li>
<li>Integrate peaks in TIC, MS, and UV/ELSD traces, either automatically or manually.</li>
<li>Choose mass spectra based on TIC peaks, with or without background subtraction, and display them in either centroid or profile mode.</li>
<li>Manually co-add mass spectra, and seamlessly analyze and report NMR and MS data together in the same document</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mnova_MS_Chrom_Combine_NMR_and_LC_MS_or_GC_MS_Data_in_the_Same_Document_a575d33699.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mnova MSChrom - Combine NMR and LC-MS or GC-MS Data in the Same Document."/></p>
<h4><strong>Effortlessly Generate EMC/EIC, UV Traces, and UV Spectra</strong></h4>
<ul>
<li>Create Extracted Mass/Ion Chromatograms (EMC/EIC) within a specified mass range or at a particular m/z value.</li>
<li>Generate UV Traces effortlessly by selecting a wavelength from a DAD trace.</li>
<li>Easily extract UV spectra at chosen retention times from a PDA total absorbance chromatogram.</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mnova_MS_Chrom_Effortlessly_Generate_EMC_EIC_UV_Traces_and_UV_Spectra_e80492edfa.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mnova MSChrom - Effortlessly Generate EMC/EIC, UV Traces, and UV Spectra."/></p>
<h4><strong>Automatic Molecule Matching for Structure Confirmation</strong></h4>
<ul>
<li>Beyond its extensive NMR structure confirmation tools within the NMR plugin, Mnova MSChrom introduces the molecular match feature, an invaluable resource for verifying structures through LC/GC/MS analysis.</li>
<li>This functionality is exceptionally swift and user-friendly, ensuring accessibility for all users, including those new to the field.</li>
<li>Import chemical structures and let the software automatically confirm matches with your experimental data. Customize match criteria by selecting adducts, losses, mass accuracy, score thresholds, etc.</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mnova_MS_Chrom_Automatic_Molecule_Matching_for_Structure_Confirmation_04d66572d1.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mnova MSChrom - Automatic Molecule Matching for Structure Confirmation."/></p>
<h4><strong>Isotope Cluster Prediction for Elemental Composition Verification</strong></h4>
<ul>
<li>The feature enables users to propose one or multiple molecular formulas and anticipate their mass peaks using a predefined list of adducts or losses.</li>
<li>Mnova MSChrom generates a list of molecular ion and isotopic peaks, automatically aligning them with experimental peaks, if present.</li>
<li>Customize the display by choosing the desired prediction, along with the corresponding adduct or loss, for comparison on the spectrum.</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mnova_MS_Chrom_Isotope_Cluster_Prediction_for_Elemental_Composition_Verification_7f75f9d6c3.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mnova MSChrom - Isotope Cluster Prediction for Elemental Composition Verification."/></p>
<h3><strong>Mnova MSChrom Market and Users</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Teaching MS and Chromatography to chemistry departments</li>
<li>Research in organic, medicinal and environmental chemistry</li>
<li>Quality control in chemical and pharmaceutical companies</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mnova_MS_Chrom_users_507a260da1.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mnova MSChrom users."/></p>
<h3><strong>Frequently Asked Questions</strong></h3>
<h5><strong>How can I know if my data is compatible with Mnova?</strong></h5>
<p><em>Mnova MS supports most of the different MSChrom data formats. You can check it on the MSChrom supported format table <a href="http://www2.mestrelab.com/l/271522/2024-04-10/3p2gs6"><strong>here</strong></a>. Please let us know if your MSChrom data format is not in the list.</em></p>
<h5><strong>How much does the MSChrom module cost?</strong></h5>
<p><em>You can find the cost of this module in our online store. You can also check out for any combo option if you have or you need Mnova NMR. For any questions about pricing you can always contact us directly at <strong>sales@mestrelab.com</strong></em></p>
<h5><strong>I have Mnova NMR and I am wondering if I could add my MS data to my NMR reports.</strong></h5>
<p><em>Yes. You can open NMR and MS data in the same document, and cut/paste the MSChrom display to the same page of NMR data if needed. Or you can create a display template to automatically format the reports.</em></p>
<h5><strong>Can I use my MSChrom data for verification purposes?</strong></h5>
<p><em>Yes. Run Molecule Match in Mnova MSChrom to verify the elemental composition automatically, or run Mnova Verify to verify a proposed structure against your MS data (Mnova Verify needs a separate license).</em></p>
<h5><strong>Can I use it to process my High Resolution MSChrom data?</strong></h5>
<p><em>Yes. Both high resolution and low resolution MS data can be used by Mnova MSChrom. Just make sure you set the proper mass tolerance parameters when you do Molecular Match.</em></p>
<h5><strong>Can I try Mnova MSChrom?</strong></h5>
<p><em>Yes, you can download a 45-day trial license of any of our products. The Mnova MSChrom module is included within the main Mnova installer. Download Mnova and try it now!</em></p>
<h3><strong>Case Studies</strong></h3>
<h4><strong>Automated analysis and reporting LC/MS and NMR together for compound registration – A case study</strong></h4>
<p>A pharma company does quality control of their compounds using both NMR and LC/MS before registration, and generates the analysis reports in their own format. Based on their requirement, we developed a Mnova script (R_NMR_MS.qs) that does all of this automatically.</p>
<blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www2.mestrelab.com/l/271522/2024-04-10/3p2gs9"><strong>read more</strong></a></p>
</blockquote>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mnova_MS_Chrom_Automated_analysis_and_reporting_LC_MS_and_NMR_together_for_compound_registration_A_case_study_8003aab1ff.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mnova MSChrom - Automated analysis and reporting LC-MS and NMR together for compound registration – A case study."/></p>


Mestrelab Mnova Gears – Chrom Best Method software

Chrom Best Method is a vendor agnostic tool that can seamlessly screen and compare several chromatographic methods, then suggest the one that is more likely to yield a pure compound.

<h3><strong>Automated solution for selection of the optimal separation method</strong></h3>
<p>Data processing and comparison between different chromatographic methods can quickly form a bottleneck when large amounts of data is generated, particularly when multiple different instruments are involved.</p>
<p><strong>Chrom Best Method</strong> is a vendor-agnostic tool that can seamlessly <strong>screen and compare several chromatographic methods</strong>, then suggest the one that is more likely to yield a pure compound. Chrom Best Method <strong>automates LC-MS data processing</strong>, <strong>target and impurity identification</strong>, <strong>method scoring</strong>, and <strong>report generation</strong>, to provide quick, smart, and robust answers, whilst still allowing for full review and overriding of results to accommodate users’ needs.</p>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mestrelab_Mnova_Gears_Chrom_Best_Method_software_Find_the_best_separation_conditions_for_your_compounds_with_Chrom_Best_Method_7d0d3f9805.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Save time and money – find the best separation conditions for your compounds with Chrom Best Method!"/></p>
<blockquote>
<h3><a href="http://www2.mestrelab.com/l/271522/2024-03-25/3nwskj"><strong>Visit MestreLab Research Mnova Gears – Chrom Best Method product page to learn more!</strong></a></h3>
</blockquote>
<h3><strong>Chrom Best Method Benefits</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Effective, <strong>vendor-neutral analysis and comparison of your LC-MS data from different instruments</strong> in one software package.</li>
<li>Seamless <strong>evaluation of several methods</strong> for many targets in a single run, which accommodates <strong>HT experimentation</strong>.</li>
<li>Meaningful <strong>method scores</strong> based on your criteria, preferences, and operational requirements.</li>
<li>Substantial <strong>reduction in the time spent</strong> on manual analysis and creation of reports.</li>
<li>Effective <strong>result visualization and interpretation</strong>, enabling quick and confident decision making.</li>
</ul>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mestrelab_Mnova_Gears_Chrom_Best_Method_software_2_8cff8a724b.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mestrelab Mnova Gears – Chrom Best Method software"/></p>
<h3><strong>Chrom Best Method Features</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Automated data preparation, analysis, and reporting of results</strong></li>
<li>Comprehensive <strong>method scoring</strong> that generates meaningful results</li>
<li>Powerful target <strong>peak assignment options</strong> and <strong>detection of impurities</strong></li>
<li><strong>Multiple ways to provide target information</strong> (using a structure, dataset file name, mapping file, or parameters)</li>
<li><strong>Flexible ion matching and analysis options</strong> that fit multiple-use cases</li>
<li>Optimized <strong>algorithm for chiral screening</strong></li>
<li>Possibility to <strong>screen methods on different targets in a single run</strong></li>
<li><strong>Manual review</strong> by exception of scoring and <strong>ability to override results</strong></li>
</ul>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mestrelab_Mnova_Gears_Chrom_Best_Method_software_ccc0c0e0ad.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mestrelab Mnova Gears – Chrom Best Method software."/></p>
<h3><strong>Purification Workflow</strong></h3>
<h4><strong>More Automation</strong></h4>
<p>Looking for an enterprise-level solution for improving your purification and data management procedures? Check the <a href="http://www2.mestrelab.com/l/271522/2024-03-25/3nwskm"><strong>Fraction Analysis</strong></a> and <a href="http://www2.mestrelab.com/l/271522/2024-03-25/3nwskq"><strong>Quality Control</strong></a> bricks that also run in full automation with Mgears. You have the complete flexibility to combine and adapt these solutions to your standard procedures to reap even more benefits to your organization.</p>
<p><a href="http://www2.mestrelab.com/l/271522/2024-04-10/3p2gsh"><strong>Contact us</strong></a> for more information.</p>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Mestrelab_Research_Mestrelab_Mnova_Gears_Chrom_Best_Method_software_4_f25f63daa7.jpg" alt="Mestrelab Research: Mestrelab Mnova Gears – Chrom Best Method software"/></p>
<h3><strong>Markets</strong></h3>
<p>Academic, Government &amp; Industrial</p>
<h4><strong>Who should be using Chrom Best Method?</strong></h4>
<p>Organic chemists, analysts, QC experts, and researchers using quantitative chromatographic methods for quality control, concentration/purity determination, or monitoring/optimization of reactions in one of the following markets and applications:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>Pharmaceutical / Drug development industry</p>
</li>
<li><p>Food &amp; Beverage industries</p>
</li>
<li><p>Personal care and Cosmetics</p>
</li>
<li><p>Fine chemical synthesis industries</p>
</li>
<li><p>Polymer industries</p>
</li>
<li><p>Academic research laboratories</p>
</li>
<li><p>Contract Research Organizations (CROs) offering purification services</p>
</li>
<li><p>Compound purification for subsequent use in studies or commercialization</p>
</li>
<li><p>Isolation of unknown impurities in finished products, natural products, or in the environment for structural disclosure, study, etc.</p>
</li>
<li><p>Chiral separation to remove unwanted enantiomers obtained during organic synthesis</p>
</li>
</ul>


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