<h3><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.isc2026.org/"><strong>ISC 2026</strong></a></h3><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><strong>35th International Symposium on Chromatography</strong></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>ABSTRACT SUBMISSION</strong></h3><p>There is still an opportunity to share your latest results at ISC 2026!&nbsp;</p><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>Submit your Abstract HERE</strong></a></p><ul><li><strong>Deadline for late-breaking poster abstract submission: July 30, 2026</strong>&nbsp;</li><li>Please note that <strong>late-breaking posters cannot compete for the Best Poster Award.&nbsp;</strong></li></ul></blockquote><h3><strong>ISC TUBE 2026</strong></h3><p>Since its launch in 2019, <strong>Tube</strong> has become a beloved highlight of chromatography conferences — offering scientists a fun, creative outlet to express their passion for separation science. At <strong>ISC 2026</strong>, the excitement continues in Prague, and <strong>the top three videos will be awarded</strong>. Open to individuals and groups of all ages, the winners will be determined live by <strong>electronic audience voting</strong>.&nbsp;</p><p>We invite you to create a <strong>short video (up to 1 minute)</strong> showing <strong>why you love chromatography</strong>! No need for fancy editing — just grab your phone and let your imagination flow. Be funny, be inspiring, be dramatic — but most importantly, be yourself! This is not a scientific presentation — it’s a science show! Your mission is to bring chromatography closer to the ISC audience in an engaging and entertaining way.</p><blockquote><p class="cke-user_style-important"><strong>👉</strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://files.c-in.eu/s/S7ekt8FYygFBNEW"><strong>UPLOAD YOUR VIDEO HERE</strong></a></p></blockquote><h4><strong>Rules for Participation</strong></h4><ol><li><strong>Format: </strong>Typical video formats, such as MP4, MPG, AVI, and others.&nbsp;</li><li>The <strong>theme</strong> is broad, but here are a few ideas to spark your creativity:</li></ol><ul><li><strong>Infomercial: </strong>Combine science and storytelling — sell us your chromatography as if it’s changing the world!&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Sports Highlights</strong>: Recreate your lab’s “winning moment” — a slam dunk analysis or record-breaking run time.&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Movie Trailer:</strong> Turn your chromatography into a blockbuster — dramatic voiceovers encouraged!</li></ul><ol><li><strong>Content:</strong> Make your video engaging, persuasive, and visually appealing. Showcase your research and chromatographic practice with flair.&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Creativity: </strong>Think about what captivates you — a sports replay, a movie trailer, or even a teleshopping ad.<br>Now channel that energy into your chromatography story!&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Deadline: </strong>Upload your video via <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://files.c-in.eu/s/S7ekt8FYygFBNEW"><strong>file upload</strong></a> <strong>by July 31st 2026</strong>. In case you have questions please refer to <strong>plachkka@faf.cuni.cz</strong>.</li></ol><h4><strong>Evaluation Criteria</strong></h4><ul><li>Winners will be selected via live electronic audience voting</li><li>Judging will be based on <strong>scientific relevance, creativity, entertainment value, and technical quality</strong></li><li>Entries containing discriminatory or offensive content will be excluded</li></ul><h4><strong>Who Can Participate?</strong></h4><ul><li><strong>Eligibility:</strong> Scientists (academic or industrial) of any age <strong>registered for the ISC 2026</strong> and working on chromatography-related projects — before, during, or after the separation step</li><li><strong>Submissions:</strong> Individual and group entries are welcome&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Content: </strong>Videos must be based on the participant’s own work&nbsp;</li><li><strong>Selection:</strong> A shortlist of top videos will be chosen for the <strong>live finals at ISC 2026</strong>, which will be held on <strong>Tuesday 8 September, 18:30 – 19:30&nbsp;</strong></li></ul>

ISC 2026 - ISC Tube & Late-Breaking Poster Deadline

<p><strong>Our Library never stops expanding. What are the most recent contributions to LabRulezGCMS Library in the week of 20th July 2026? Check out new documents from the field of the gas phase, especially GC and GC/MS techniques!</strong></p><blockquote><p><span style="font-size:20px;">👉 </span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library"><span style="font-size:20px;"><strong>SEARCH THE LARGEST REPOSITORY OF DOCUMENTS ABOUT GCMS AND RELATED TECHNIQUES</strong></span></a></p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>👉 Need info about different analytical techniques?</strong> Peek into <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/library"><strong>LabRulezLCMS</strong></a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://icpms.labrulez.com/library"><strong>LabRulezICPMS</strong></a> libraries.</p></blockquote><p>This week we bring you posters by <strong>Agilent Technologies / ASMS,&nbsp;</strong> <strong>Bruker / ASMS</strong>, presentation by <strong>MDCW / University of North Dakota </strong>and application note by <strong>Shimadzu!</strong></p><h3><strong>1. Agilent Technologies / ASMS: Extractables Analysis of Food Contact Materials Using High-Resolution GC/MS and LC/MS</strong></h3><ul><li>Poster</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/po_fcm_extractables_lc_q_tof_wp_311_asms_2026_en_agilent_f5d83c8730.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><section><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Chemicals residing in food contact materials (FCM) can migrate from packaging and containers into food. The FCM include a variety of materials including paper and plastic among others. The substances that migrate from FCM include volatile, semi-volatile and non-volatile compounds and therefore a combination of GC/MS and LC/MS techniques is needed for comprehensive analysis of potential migrants. In this study we evaluated different types of FCM including food vacuum sealer bags, heavy duty plastic food containers as well as lined paperboard containers. Various solvents were assessed for their ability to extract different classes of food packaging-derived chemicals. For increased confidence in compound annotation, high-resolution GC and LC MS platforms were used in this study in combination with application-specific accurate mass libraries.</p><h4><strong>Experimental</strong></h4><h5><strong>GC/Q-TOF&nbsp;</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>MS:</strong> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?from=1990&amp;mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=7250&amp;to=2026"><strong>Agilent 7250 GC/Q-TOF</strong></a></li><li><strong>GC: </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?from=1990&amp;mainauthorItems=10&amp;to=2026&amp;search=8890"><strong>Agilent 8890 GC</strong></a></li><li><strong>Column: </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?from=1990&amp;mainauthorItems=10&amp;to=2026&amp;search=DB-5Q"><strong>Agilent DB-5Q</strong></a>, 30 m, 0.25 mm, 0.25 µm</li></ul><h5><strong>LC/Q-TOF</strong></h5><ul><li><strong>LC: </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=1290+Infinity+II"><strong>Agilent 1290 Infinity II</strong></a></li><li><strong>MS: </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=Revident"><strong>Agilent Revident LC/Q-TOF</strong></a></li><li><strong>Analytical column:</strong> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=Poroshell+Aq-C18"><strong>Agilent Poroshell Aq-C18</strong></a> 2.1 x 150 mm, 2.7µm column</li></ul><h4><strong>Conclusions</strong></h4><p>FCM extractions were optimized and successfully analyzed using a variety techniques based on highresolution GC/MS and LC/MS. Combination of different high resolution MS techniques helped to ensure a comprehensive E&amp;L compound coverage. E&amp;L focused accurate mass libraries were key to efficient data analysis.</p><h3><strong>2. Bruker / ASMS: Novel data processing workflow including in-silico derivatization for integrated CI &amp; EI MS data acquired with the GC-ecTOF instrument</strong></h3><ul><li>Poster</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/asms_2026_thp_429_in_silico_derivatization_for_integrated_ci_ei_ectof_fb022d26ba.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><section><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Combined suspect and non-target GC-MS analysis of volatile and semi-volatile compounds holds relevance for environmental monitoring &amp; research, food, flavor &amp; fragrance analysis as well as metabolomics studies. The combination of Chemical Ionization (CI) and Electron Ionization (EI) in the ecTOF instrument (Bruker Daltonics, Bremen, Germany) can improve the identification confidence of unknown compounds, especially in complex samples and when no standards are available. The simultaneous usage of two complementary ionization techniques brings additional advantages for quantification workflows. To leverage these benefits, a novel data processing approach has been developed, and applicability is shown in two study designs.</p><h4><strong>Methods</strong></h4><p>Derivatized samples from two studies were analyzed using the GC-ecTOF instrument. Data were converted to TSF format and processed with prototype versions of MetaboScape and TASQ. Untargeted feature detection was performed on the CI data stream, including de-isotoping, de-adducting for CI-specific ions [M-H]⁺, [M]⁺, [M+H]⁺, [M+NH₄]⁺, [M-CH3 ] + and retention time alignment across all samples.</p><h4><strong>Conclusion</strong></h4><ul><li>Untargeted feature finding and streamlined annotation of ecTOF supported by in-silico derivatization and in-silico fragmentation extends GC-MS analysis for metabolomics and non-target screening.&nbsp;</li><li>In-silico derivatization permits complementary annotation for compounds lacking reference standards.&nbsp;</li><li>Simplified process from identified markers in profiling experiments to target screening and quantitation methods.</li></ul><h3><strong>3. MDCW / University of North Dakota: Identifying the transition from ante-mortem to post-mortem odor in cadavers cadavers in an outdoor environment</strong></h3><ul><li>Presentation</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/O_23_Patel_2a1bb7a2fa.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><section><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>This presentation investigates how the characteristic odor of a human body changes during the transition from life (ante-mortem) to decomposition (post-mortem). The researchers focused on identifying volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released during the early post-mortem period and determining when the scent profile changes from that of a living person to that associated with human remains. Understanding this transition is particularly important for improving search and rescue operations, where distinguishing between living victims and deceased individuals is essential for deploying search-and-rescue dogs and human remains detection dogs effectively.</p><p>To study this process, VOC samples were collected from body donors at both a morgue and an outdoor decomposition research facility (REST). Air samples were collected using sorbent tubes and ACTI-VOC pumps after controlled VOC accumulation and sampling periods. Chemical analysis was performed using <strong>thermal desorption comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (TD-GC×GC-MS)</strong>. The analytical system employed a Restek <strong>Rxi®-624Sil MS</strong> first-dimension column and a <strong>Stabilwax®</strong> second-dimension column, with electron ionization (70 eV) mass spectrometry covering a mass range of <strong>29–300 amu</strong> at an acquisition rate of <strong>250 spectra/s</strong>. Data processing combined <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/products/41"><strong>ChromaTOF</strong></a> software with <strong>RStudio</strong> for feature alignment, normalization, filtering, and manual verification of VOC profiles.</p><p>The study identified <strong>827 volatile organic compounds</strong>, representing a wide range of chemical classes including nitrogen-containing compounds, esters, halogenated compounds, aromatics, alcohols, ketones, aldehydes, sulfur-containing compounds, ethers, and acids. By comparing experimentally detected VOCs with compounds previously reported in the literature for both living humans and decomposing remains, the researchers identified <strong>33 trans-mortem VOCs</strong> that characterize the transition between ante-mortem and post-mortem odor. VOC profiles were then monitored throughout decomposition for individual donors, allowing the team to visualize how the relative contributions of ante-mortem, trans-mortem, and post-mortem compounds evolved over time.</p><p>The results showed that ante-mortem and trans-mortem VOCs remained detectable during the earliest stages after death, while post-mortem odor compounds became increasingly dominant after approximately <strong>Accumulated Degree Days (ADD) 73.4</strong>, corresponding to <strong>Experimental Day 3</strong>. The authors conclude that although these findings improve our understanding of early decomposition odor chemistry, additional studies across different environments and seasonal conditions are needed to standardize VOC-based approaches and further support forensic investigations and search-and-rescue applications.</p><h3><strong>4. Shimadzu: Gas Analysis for CO2 Conversion Using a GI-30 Auto Gas Injector</strong></h3><ul><li>Application note</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/an_01_00964_en_2482908145.pdf"><strong>Full PDF for download</strong></a></li></ul><p>The catalytic conversion of carbon dioxide (CO2) to methanol (MeOH) and to hydrocarbons has garnered significant attention as a strategy to realize a sustainable chemical industry. Analytical targets in CO2 conversion studies typically include carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons, alcohols, and other reaction products. Selection of appropriate column and detector combinations must therefore be guided by the nature and concentrations of target analytes.</p><p>In this application news, we demonstrate simultaneous analysis on two parallel columns by using INJ2-way branch unit to permit detection of CO and hydrocarbons together with alcohols such as MeOH. We also present a simplified measurement approach employing a single-column configuration equipped with a thermal conductivity detector(TCD).</p><h4><strong>System Configuration and Analysis Conditions</strong></h4><p>Two reaction schemes using CO2 as feedstock were envisaged: (1) MeOH synthesis and (2) conversion to hydrocarbons. The instrumentation comprised the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?from=1990&amp;mainauthorItems=1&amp;to=2026&amp;search=GI-30"><strong>Auto Gas Injector GI-30</strong></a> and the SPI inlet, which minimizes air ingress and sample adsorption (Fig. 1).&nbsp;</p><p>For the MeOH synthesis application, a Jetanizer -FID—which permits detection of CO and CO2 that are not observable by a conventional FID—was employed. A MICROPACKED-ST packed column provides separation of CO from O2 (ambient contamination); however, higher-boiling hydrocarbons and alcohols such as MeOH are not eluted from this column. To achieve comprehensive analysis, the injector was splitted and an SH-Q-BOND capillary column was used to resolve hydrocarbons and MeOH concurrently. The injection-port splitting is implemented using dedicated hardware (Application News No. 01-00661-EN).&nbsp;</p><p>For the conversion to hydrocarbons scenario, when analytes are permanent gases and C3-or-smaller hydrocarbons, quantitative analysis can be performed with a single MICROPACKED-ST column coupled to a TCD. The TCD responds to differences in thermal conductivity between carrier and analyte gases; measuring low–thermal-conductivity species such as hydrocarbons requires a carrier gas with high thermal conductivity (helium or hydrogen) (Table 1). The <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?from=1990&amp;mainauthorItems=1&amp;search=gc-2050&amp;to=2026"><strong>Brevis</strong> <strong>GC-2050</strong></a><strong> TCD</strong> uses a single filament design, resulting in rapid baseline stabilization (~10 minutes), which is advantageous for routine operation.</p><h4><strong>Conclusion</strong></h4><p>Using INJ2-way branch unit enables simultaneous analyses using distinct column-detector combinations within a single chromatographic cycle, permitting comprehensive quantification of reaction products from CO2 conversion— ranging from CO and hydrocarbons to alcohols such as MeOH. For analyses restricted to hydrocarbons up to C3, a streamlined single-column TCD configuration provides sufficient separation and sensitivity. It should be noted that MeOH and hydrocarbons of carbon number ≥ C4 may adsorb or be retained on the MICROPACKED-ST column; periodic column conditioning is therefore recommended.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></div></div></section></div></div></div></div></div></div></section>

News from LabRulezGCMS Library - Week 30, 2026

<p><strong>In the week of July 27, the following webinars await you in the field of gas / solid phase and especially Raman, FTIR, GC and GC/MS.</strong></p><blockquote><h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/webinars"><strong>👉 DETAILS AND REGISTRATION IN THE WEBINARS SECTION</strong></a></h4><p><strong>👉 Search and filter in the largest global database</strong> with over <strong>5 500 GC, LC, MS and spectroscopy webinars</strong>.</p></blockquote><h5><strong>1. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Powerful Isotopic Insights, Elevated</strong></h5><ul><li>Tu, 28.7.2026 10:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/webinar/6366">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Be among the first to discover the next generation of Thermo Scientific Orbitrap IRMS and explore new possibilities for high-performance isotope ratio mass spectrometry.</p><h5><strong>2. Agilent Technologies: PFAS &amp; Our Planet: Textiles and Materials</strong></h5><ul><li>Tu, 28.7.2026 11:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/webinar/6142">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn how evolving PFAS regulations affect textile and material testing. Discover LC-MS/MS workflows for extraction, contamination control, certification, and supply chain compliance.</p><h5><strong>3. Agilent Technologies: Fast, Non-Destructive Pharmaceutical Analysis with the Agilent TRS100</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 29.7.2026 07:30 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/webinar/6390">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Accelerate pharmaceutical quality control with the Agilent TRS100. Learn how non-destructive analysis of intact tablets and capsules eliminates sample preparation while improving workflow efficiency.</p><h5><strong>4. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Drive Lab Collaboration and Efficiency with a Networked Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry Data System</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 29.7.2026 19:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/webinar/6405">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn how deploying Thermo Scientific Chromeleon CDS in a networked environment centralizes laboratory data, simplifies software administration, strengthens compliance, and supports scalable multi-instrument chromatography and mass spectrometry workflows.</p>

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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)

Anton Paar

Agilent Technologies

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<p><strong>PFAS &amp; Our Planet is a webinar series on PFAS testing in environmental samples, food and food contact materials, textiles and other materials. Alongside the laboratory and regulatory lens, the series addresses the broader planetary impact of PFAS, including their persistence and movement through water, soil, air, food systems, and materials. It brings together what laboratories and industry need to understand now: where PFAS rules are heading, which sample types are under increasing focus, what needs to be measured, and how those needs translate into method selection, workflow setup, and result reporting.</strong></p><h4><strong>Webinar Series Details</strong></h4><ul><li>One registration to attend the full three-part series</li><li>Questions for experts in advance and/or live Q&amp;A</li><li>Access to recorded sessions provided</li></ul><h4><strong>Who Should Attend:</strong>&nbsp;</h4><p>Environmental and water testing laboratories, food testing laboratories, food contact material and packaging laboratories, textile and materials testing laboratories, contract testing laboratories, public sector and regulatory laboratories, manufacturers of food, packaging, textiles, and consumer goods, quality, product safety, regulatory affairs, and sustainability functions, and research laboratories working on PFAS analysis.</p><h4><strong>Recommended for:&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>Analytical chemists, laboratory managers, QA/QC managers, regulatory affairs managers, food safety and product safety managers, environmental scientists, packaging and food contact materials specialists, textile and materials testing leads, sustainability and product stewardship managers, validation and method development scientists, and technical leaders in contract, public sector, and research laboratories.</p><h4><strong>Regulatory context covered:&nbsp;</strong></h4><p>EU and U.S. PFAS developments, food contact and packaging measures, environmental monitoring frameworks, OEKO-TEX requirements for textiles and materials, Singapore’s food and water surveillance activity, India’s draft PFAS-related packaging amendment, and emerging movement in parts of Southeast Asia like Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Bangladesh and Philippines.</p><h3><strong>Textiles and Materials</strong></h3><p><strong>Textiles and treated materials are facing stronger PFAS scrutiny as product restrictions widen and supply chains are asked to verify material content more clearly. This session will cover the main external reference points shaping that shift, including the EU REACH PFAS restriction process and OEKO-TEX requirements, which have become highly relevant for textile and material suppliers serving global brands.</strong></p><p>It will then step into the laboratory workflow for textiles and related materials, covering extraction and cleanup, targeted LC/MS/MS for non-volatile PFAS, selected GC/MS/MS approaches for volatile PFAS where relevant, contamination control, and reporting formats suited to product verification. Regional context will be framed around export-market pull, buyer specifications, and certification-driven testing, which are often the main drivers for suppliers in South and Southeast Asia.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>David Saladin (Ecology Lab Team Leader, TESTEX AG, Swiss Textile Testing Institute)</p><p><strong>Presenter:&nbsp;</strong>Aimei Zou, Ph.D. (Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Singapore)</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: PFAS & Our Planet: Textiles and Materials

PFAS & Our Planet: Textiles and Materials

PFAS in textiles webinar: regulations, LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS workflows, contamination control, and compliance for global supply chains.

<p><strong>We probably have all experienced this at some point when performing gas chromatography and our peak shape begins to appear a bit different. &nbsp;In this webinar, we will discuss some of the most common chromatographic issues that you experience with Gas Chromatography and take a logical approach to finding the root cause and correcting the problem. Often the best way to approach troubleshooting is to also consider what ‘cannot’ cause an issue so that precious time is not spent addressing something that cannot cause the issue. This webinar will arm you with some simple tools, and a different way to look at troubleshooting, should a problem arise.</strong></p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Alex Ucci&nbsp;</p><p>In his current position at Agilent, Alex provides application assistance and technical support for sample preparation products as well as GC and LC consumables. Before he joined Agilent in 2014, Alex was a graduate student at the Pennsylvania State University researching the morphology and surface properties of aerosol particles using a wide variety of analytical techniques. He has an MS degree in chemistry.</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Becoming A Better Chromatographer Webinar Series

Essential Techniques for Gas Chromatography Troubleshooting

Learn essential GC troubleshooting techniques with Agilent. Discover a logical, time-saving root-cause analysis approach to fix poor peak shapes

Essential Techniques for GC Troubleshooting

<p><strong>This presentation will cover products from Agilent that make GC connections more robust by utilizing new technologies that make connections easier, leak free and more inert for any application.</strong></p><p>Topics covered include: Self Tightening Stainless Column Nuts and ferrules, Press Fits, UltiMetal Plus and Stainless Steel Capillary Tubing, Ferrule Pre-swaging installation tool and MS interface installation tool, among others.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Mark Sinnott (Technical Support Engineer, Consumables and Supplies Division, Agilent Technologies)</p><p>Mark Sinnott works for Agilent Technologies as a Technical Support Engineer in the Consumables and Supplies Division (CSD). In his position at Agilent, Mark performs technical support and applications assistance to gas chromatographers worldwide. He has more than 22 years of experience in gas chromatography, including environmental analysis of compounds in air, soil and water matrices, including dissolved gas analysis for the electrical industry. Mark holds a Master’s Degree in Chemistry from California State University, Sacramento, and currently resides in Twin Falls Idaho.</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Becoming A Better Chromatographer - GC Webinar Series

From Inlet to Detector: Building Better Connections in GC and GC/MS Workflows

Build better GC and GC/MS connections with Agilent. Explore self-tightening column nuts, pre-swaging tools, and inert capillaries to eliminate leaks

Building Better Connections in GC and GC/MS Workflows

<p><strong>Keeping your GC system running smoothly isn’t just about good method development; it’s also about being prepared. In this webinar, we’ll walk through the essential consumables every lab should keep on hand to avoid unnecessary downtime. &nbsp;From gas traps and syringes to columns and detector supplies, we will discuss what supplies to stock and how this can help save valuable time.</strong></p><p>If you are about to purchase an instrument, we will also discuss critical items you’ll need to have on hand to ensure the installation is completed smoothly.</p><p>Whether you’re new to GC or looking to optimize your workflow, this webinar will help ensure your system and your lab team stay up and running.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Ryan Mayfield (Field Service Engineer, Agilent Technologies)</p><p>Ryan Mayfield has over 11 years of experience as a Field Service Engineer supporting GC and GCMS systems. &nbsp;He also delivers on-site application consulting for customers across a wide range of industries, including environmental, biotech, and petrochemical fields. &nbsp;He has a BS and MS in Food Science from UC Davis.</p><p><strong>Additional Speaker:</strong> Alex Ucci (Application Engineer, Agilent Technologies)</p><p>In his current position at Agilent, Alex provides application assistance and technical support for sample preparation products as well as GC and LC consumables. Before he joined Agilent in 2014, Alex was a graduate student at the Pennsylvania State University researching the morphology and surface properties of aerosol particles using a wide variety of analytical techniques. He has an MS degree in chemistry.</p></blockquote>

Stocked for Success: Essential GC Supplies That Keep You Running

Stay prepared with essential GC supplies. Explore critical consumables, gas traps, and detector supplies needed to prevent downtime and ease installation

Essential GC Supplies to Keep Your System Up and Running

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div><h4><strong>Something new is on the horizon for isotopic analysis</strong></h4><p><strong>Over the past several years, Orbitrap-based isotope ratio analysis has evolved into a powerful approach for investigating isotopic composition with molecular-level detail, opening new possibilities across environmental and geochemical studies, metabolism research, food authenticity, and beyond.</strong></p><p>Now we're taking the next step.</p><p><strong>Join us for a first look at the next generation of Thermo Scientific Orbitrap IRMS.</strong></p><p>Discover how new Orbitrap IRMS is streamlining the complete isotope analysis workflow—from method development and data acquisition to calibration, data processing, and reporting.</p><p>You'll hear from Thermo Fisher Scientific application specialists and Prof. Douglas Morrison (SUERC), who will share practical experience and insights gained from applying the technology across environmental and bioscience research.</p><h5><strong>During the webinar, you'll see how to:</strong></h5><ul><li>Configure isotope methods with new, dedicated workflow tools</li><li>Acquire high-quality isotope data using automated sample/reference strategies</li><li>Process and calibrate isotope ratios in an integrated software environment</li><li>Generate confident isotopic insights from samples</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Dr. Sukanya Sengupta (Application Specialist, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>Sukanya is a geochemist with PhD and postdoctoral research experience, from University of Göttingen, in isotope ratio mass spectrometry (IRMS) and triple oxygen isotope ratios of terrestrial samples. Since joining Thermo Fisher Scientific in Bremen in 2020, she has supported ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and IRMS customers with method and application development for routine and research analytical workflows.</p><p><strong>Presenter:&nbsp;</strong>Dr. Brett Davidheiser (Field Application Scientist, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>Brett has a wide experience in isotope ratio mass spectrometry from his PhD at the University of Glasgow, running a stable isotope lab at CU Boulder, to his work at Thermo Fisher Scientific as applications scientist. He is currently involved in helping new users come up to speed with Thermo Scientific Orbitrap IRMS technology for natural abundance isotope ratio analysis.</p><p><strong>Presenter:&nbsp;</strong>Prof. Douglas J. Morrison (Professor of Isotope Bioscience, SUERC – Centre for the Isotope Sciences, University of Glasgow)</p><p>With a PhD from the University of Strathclyde, using stable isotopes to investigate human physiology, Douglas has a strong track record of using stable isotopes in the biosciences and currently leads the Stable Isotope Biochemistry Laboratory at SUERC. Using classical compound-specific isotope analyses, and more recently Orbitrap isotope ratio mass spectrometry, underpins his research into molecular mechanisms driving health and disease in humans with a major focus on the gut and gut microbiome.</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Powerful isotopic insights, elevated

Powerful isotopic insights, elevated

Join us for a first look at the next generation of Thermo Scientific Orbitrap IRMS.

<div><div id="inner_content_body_text" data-content-id="394785"><p><strong>Polymers are complex materials, and understanding their performance requires more than just mechanical testing. Rheology provides valuable information on viscosity, elasticity, and flow, but it cannot fully explain the chemical and structural changes that occur during processing. By integrating rheology with Raman spectroscopy, researchers and engineers can correlate mechanical behavior with molecular-level insights in real time.</strong></p><p>This combined Rheo-Raman approach opens up new possibilities for understanding polymerization, crystallization, and thermal stability, supporting better formulation, troubleshooting, and quality control across the polymer industry.</p><h4><strong>Key Learning Topics:</strong></h4><ul><li>How Rheo-Raman correlates mechanical properties with chemical structure to deliver deeper insights into polymer behavior</li><li>How to monitor polymerization reactions and chemical transformations in real time</li><li>How to study crystallization pathways and their impact on material performance</li><li>How to assess thermal stability and degradation during processing or use</li><li>How Rheo-Raman supports faster material development, improved quality control, and problem-solving in industrial and research settings</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> James P. Eickhoff Jr.</p><p>James Eickhoff is the principal application engineer for the rheology division as a member of the Advanced Technical Support Center at Anton Paar USA. He has over 20 years of theoretical and experimental rheology training, including the last 17 years with Anton Paar having guided current and prospective customers on the use of rheological techniques in their industrial and academic research. James earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from Michigan Technological University and Clemson University, respectively.</p></blockquote></div></div>

Anton Paar: Correlating Mechanical and Chemical Properties: Introduction to Rheo-Raman for Polymers

Correlating Mechanical and Chemical Properties: Introduction to Rheo-Raman for Polymers

Learn how Rheo-Raman combines rheology and Raman spectroscopy to study polymerization, crystallization, and polymer performance in real time.

Introduction to Rheo-Raman for Polymers

<p><strong>The Indian pharmaceutical industry is constantly seeking faster, more efficient ways to ensure product quality while reducing testing time and operational costs. Traditional methods such as HPLC are highly effective but can be time-consuming and require extensive sample preparation.</strong></p><p>Join this webinar to discover how the Agilent TRS100 Quantitative Pharmaceutical Analysis System uses Transmission Raman Spectroscopy to provide rapid, non-destructive analysis of intact tablets and capsules. Learn how TRS100 enables fast content uniformity testing, assay, identification, and solid-state analysis with minimal sample handling, helping laboratories improve throughput and accelerate decision-making.</p><h4><strong>Why Attend?</strong></h4><ul><li>Learn how to perform rapid content uniformity testing on intact tablets and capsules.</li><li>Reduce analysis time and eliminate sample preparation.</li><li>Increase laboratory productivity while reducing solvent and consumable use.</li><li>Explore applications in assay, identification, polymorph, and crystallinity analysis.</li><li>Understand how TRS complements existing HPLC workflows in pharmaceutical QC.</li></ul><h4><strong>Who Should Attend?</strong></h4><ul><li>QC and QA Managers</li><li>Analytical and Pharmaceutical Scientists</li><li>Formulation and R&amp;D Scientists</li><li>Manufacturing and Process Development Teams</li><li>Regulatory and Compliance Professionals</li></ul><h4><strong>What You Will Learn</strong></h4><ul><li>Fundamentals of Transmission Raman Spectroscopy</li><li>How the Agilent TRS100 performs whole-tablet analysis</li><li>Applications in content uniformity and solid-state characterization</li><li>Benefits of implementing rapid, non-destructive testing in pharmaceutical laboratories</li></ul><p>Join us to see how the Agilent TRS100 is helping pharmaceutical laboratories in India accelerate quality control while maintaining confidence in analytical results.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Sounik Saha (Dr., Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, India)</p><p>Dr. Sounik Saha, PhD, is a Material Science Expert and analytical R&amp;D leader at Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, India with extensive experience in advanced material characterization.</p><p>He completed his PhD from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore in 2011, followed by postdoctoral research at internationally renowned institutions including UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, USA, and Mayo Clinic, Rochester, USA. He joined Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories in 2015 as part of the Advanced Characterization Technology Laboratory, where he has contributed significantly to strengthening advanced analytical capabilities for complex pharmaceutical product development. He led the Analytical Material Sciences Team at Novartis, India from 2021 to 2025 before joining back at Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories.</p><p>Dr. Saha specializes in state-of-the-art spectroscopic and microscopic characterization techniques and plays a key role in designing robust analytical strategies for complex generic product development. He has been instrumental in implementing Near-Infrared Spectroscopy and Transmission Raman Spectroscopy-based PAT initiatives across R&amp;D and manufacturing at Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, contributing to successful regulatory filings and approvals for multiple high-value oral solid dosage products.</p><p>His work effectively bridges advanced materials science, analytical innovation, regulatory expectations, and practical product development outcomes.</p><p>Title of talk “Non-Destructive Analytical Technologies as Alternatives to Conventional approaches: Regulatory Expectations and Practical Insights”</p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Ms. Vijaya Jyothi (Product Specialist - Spectroscopy, Agilent Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.)</p><p>Vijaya Jyothi is a seasoned product specialist at Agilent Technologies. She manages the spectroscopy division, having extensive expertise in spectroscopy applications across diverse industries, offering deep insights and solutions tailored to varied analytical needs.</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Fast, Non-Destructive Pharmaceutical Analysis with the Agilent TRS100

Fast, Non-Destructive Pharmaceutical Analysis with the Agilent TRS100

Optimize pharmaceutical QC with the Agilent TRS100. Replace tedious sample prep with rapid, non-destructive analysis of whole tablets and capsules

Rapid Non-Destructive Pharma Analysis: Agilent TRS100

<p><strong>As materials become increasingly sophisticated, understanding their optical properties is essential for driving innovation, improving product performance, and ensuring quality. Whether developing anti-reflective coatings, optimising solar cell efficiency, designing specialty glass, or researching next-generation materials, accurate optical characterisation is a critical part of the workflow.</strong></p><p>Join us for this webinar to discover how the Agilent UV-Vis-NIR spectrophotometer enables researchers and industry professionals to measure and characterise a broad range of optical properties across diverse sample types and applications.</p><p>The webinar will showcase measurement techniques for transmission, reflectance, diffuse reflectance, and angular measurements, highlighting how the Agilent UV-Vis-NIR platform delivers reliable and reproducible data for both research and industrial applications.</p><h4><strong>Why Attend?</strong></h4><p><strong>In this session, you will learn:</strong></p><ul><li>How the Agilent UV-Vis-NIR can be used to characterise thin films, coatings, solar materials, and glass.</li><li>Techniques for measuring transmission, reflectance, and diffuse reflectance with confidence.</li><li>Methods for determining film thickness and evaluating optical performance.</li><li>How specialised accessories expand measurement capabilities for challenging samples.</li><li>Best practices for obtaining accurate, reproducible results across a variety of applications.</li><li>Real-world examples demonstrating how optical measurements can accelerate research and product development.</li></ul><h4><strong>Who Should Attend?</strong></h4><p><strong>This webinar is designed for:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Academic Researchers and Students</strong><ul><li>Researchers in materials science, physics, chemistry, and engineering.</li><li>Scientists investigating thin films, nanomaterials, optical materials, and photonic devices.</li><li>Graduate students and postdoctoral researchers seeking advanced optical characterisation techniques.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Solar and Photovoltaics</strong><ul><li>Scientists and engineers developing solar cells and photovoltaic materials.</li><li>Researchers evaluating anti-reflective coatings and light management strategies.</li><li>Teams working to improve solar cell efficiency through optical optimisation.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Glass and Coatings Industries</strong><ul><li>Manufacturers of architectural, automotive, and specialty glass.</li><li>Researchers developing low-emissivity and anti-reflective coatings.</li><li>Quality control and R&amp;D professionals responsible for optical performance testing.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Advanced Materials and Industrial R&amp;D</strong><ul><li>Thin film and semiconductor researchers.</li><li>Optical coating manufacturers.</li><li>Scientists working with displays, sensors, filters, and advanced functional materials.</li><li>Analytical laboratories requiring precise optical characterisation.</li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>Featured Applications</strong></h5><ul><li>Thin film and multilayer coating analysis</li><li>Anti-reflective and optical coating characterisation</li><li>Solar cell and photovoltaic material evaluation</li><li>Optical filter transmission and blocking measurements</li><li>Architectural and specialty glass analysis</li><li>Reflectance measurements at varying angles of incidence</li><li>Film thickness determination</li><li>Diffuse reflectance measurements of scattering materials</li><li>Optical characterisation of emerging materials in academia and industry</li></ul><p>Discover how the Agilent UV-Vis-NIR platform combines exceptional optical performance, flexible sampling accessories, and intuitive workflows to provide the insights needed to advance research, optimise products, and solve challenging analytical problems.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Mr. Rajwar Chandra (Product Specialist - Spectroscopy, Agilent Technologies)</p><p>Chandra Rajwar is a Product &amp; Market Specialist with over 20 years of experience in Molecular Spectroscopy products and analytical instrumentation. He specializes in UV-Vis, FTIR, Raman, and related spectroscopy solutions, supporting customers with application development, workflow optimization, and analytical excellence across pharmaceutical, chemical, environmental, and research industries.</p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Ms. Vijaya Jyothi (Product Specialist - Spectroscopy, Agilent Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.)</p><p>Vijaya Jyothi is a seasoned product specialist at Agilent Technologies. She manages the spectroscopy division, having extensive expertise in spectroscopy applications across diverse industries, offering deep insights and solutions tailored to varied analytical needs.</p></blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: Characterising Advanced Materials with the Agilent UV-Vis-NIR - From Thin Films and Solar Cells to Glass and Optical Coatings

Characterising Advanced Materials with the Agilent UV-Vis-NIR: From Thin Films and Solar Cells to Glass and Optical Coatings

Characterize thin films, solar cells, and coatings with Agilent UV-Vis-NIR. Master reflectance, transmission, and angular measurement workflows

Materials Characterization with Agilent UV-Vis-NIR

<p><strong>Diffuse reflectance infrared Fourier transform spectroscopy (DRIFTS) is a powerful technique for investigating catalyst surface chemistry under reaction conditions. In this live webinar, subject matter specialists from Michigan State University, Specac, and Thermo Fisher Scientific will discuss how in situ DRIFTS can be used to study dry reforming of methane over ceria-supported catalysts and provide insight into the surface species and reaction intermediates involved in catalytic CO₂ utilization.</strong></p><p>The session will explore DRIFTS experimental setup considerations, approaches for relating spectral observations to catalyst behavior, and examples of how researchers use in situ spectroscopy to investigate CO₂ activation and metal-support interactions. Presenters will also discuss complementary characterization techniques, including CO-DRIFTS, CO₂-DRIFTS, and CO₂-TPD-DRIFTS, and their role in catalyst research workflows.</p><p>Attendees will be able to gain practical knowledge that can help strengthen catalyst characterization strategies, support experimental design, and improve interpretation of catalyst behavior in heterogeneous catalysis research.</p><h4><strong>Key takeaways</strong></h4><p>By attending this webinar, you can learn several aspects about this specific method of analysis:</p><ul><li>Apply in situ DRIFTS to investigate catalyst surface chemistry under reaction conditions</li><li>Monitor adsorbed species and reaction intermediates during dry reforming of methane</li><li>Relate spectral observations to catalyst behavior and reaction mechanisms</li><li>Investigate CO₂ activation and metal-support interactions in ceria-supported catalyst systems</li><li>Evaluate when to use complementary techniques such as CO-DRIFTS, CO₂-DRIFTS, and CO₂-TPD-DRIFTS</li><li>Incorporate DRIFTS into catalyst characterization workflows to support more informed research and development decisions.</li></ul><h4><strong>Who should attend</strong></h4><ul><li>Catalysis researchers</li><li>Materials scientists</li><li>Surface scientists</li><li>FTIR and vibrational spectroscopy users</li><li>Academic researchers studying heterogeneous catalysis</li><li>Scientists involved in catalyst development and characterization</li><li>Researchers working in CO₂ utilization, carbon management, and sustainable catalysis</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Md Monir Hossain, PhD Candidate, Michigan State University</p><p>Researcher focused on heterogeneous catalysis, carbon utilization, and DRIFTS studies of ceria-supported catalysts for dry reforming of methane.</p><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Jim Delaney, Applications Team Lead, Specac</p><p>Leader of global spectroscopy application development and customer engagement efforts, supporting advanced research and industrial spectroscopy workflows.</p><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Lena Woodis, PhD Product Manager, Thermo Fisher Scientific</p><p>Vibrational spectroscopy veteran with more than 15 years of experience in chemical instrumentation, FTIR spectroscopy, and analytical technologies.</p></blockquote>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: From Spectra to Mechanism: Using DRIFTS to Understand CO₂ Catalysis

From Spectra to Mechanism: Using DRIFTS to Understand CO₂ Catalysis

In this webinar, subject matter specialists will discuss how in situ DRIFTS can be used to study dry reforming of methane over ceria-supported catalysts.

Using DRIFTS to Understand CO₂ Catalysis

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div><p><strong>As laboratories grow, managing data across multiple instruments, users, and locations becomes increasingly complex. If you are looking to improve efficiency, strengthen data integrity, simplify administration, and support regulatory compliance through centralized data management and standardized workflows, you need to join this webinar.</strong></p><p>Are you currently using software on individual workstations? Do you have multiple software packages to run different vendor instruments? Discover how deploying <strong>Thermo Scientific™ Chromeleon™ software</strong> can help you. This session will explore how transitioning to a networked deployment can deliver greater scalability, enhanced collaboration, streamlined management, and a foundation for future digital transformation. Attendees will gain practical insights into the business and operational benefits of Chromeleon software across a wide range of industries.</p><h4><strong>Who should attend?</strong></h4><ul><li>Current Chromeleon workstation users&nbsp;</li><li>Those running multiple software packages looking to reduce training efforts</li><li>Laboratory managers and supervisors</li><li>Chromatography and analytical scientists</li><li>Laboratory IT and informatics professionals</li><li>Quality assurance and compliance personnel</li><li>Organizations looking to improve operational efficiency, data management, and scalability across their laboratories</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Kimy Young (Senior Manager, Software Product Specialists, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>Kimy Young is the Senior Manager of software product specialists at Thermo Fisher Scientific. She has been with Thermo Fisher since November 2015. Her background includes administration of Chromeleon CDS, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), Quality Assurance (QA), and IT projects.</p><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Juan Carmona (Chromeleon CDS Specialist, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</p><p>Juan Carmona is a Chromeleon Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific based out of Pflugerville, TX. He has been with Thermo Fisher Scientific for over 15 years. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, he is currently focusing on expanding the customer base using Chromeleon CDS for small networks and enterprise deployments. Prior to joining this group, he was part of the GC/GCMS Center of Excellence team providing support for the product line.</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Chromeleon software webinar series

Drive lab collaboration and efficiency with a networked chromatography and mass spectrometry data system

Discover how Chromeleon CDS network deployment improves data management, compliance, scalability, and workflow efficiency across analytical laboratories.

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