This study compares the aroma profiles of beers fermented with Torulaspora delbrueckii and Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Sensory evaluation revealed a more intense fruity character in the T. delbrueckii beer, supported by aroma extract dilution analysis identifying 32 odorants, with most exceeding their odor thresholds.Key fruity esters, including ethyl butanoate, ethyl 2-methylpropanoate, and ethyl propanoate, showed higher odor activity values in the T. delbrueckii beer. Spiking experiments confirmed their contribution to the enhanced fruitiness, highlighting the impact of non-Saccharomyces yeasts on beer aroma.<blockquote><h4>The original article</h4><h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.5c01133">Characterization of the Major Odorants in Beer Brewed with Torulaspora delbrueckii─Differences to Beer Brewed with Saccharomyces cerevisiae</a></h4>Stephanie Frank, Robin Maier, and Martin Steinhaus*ACS Food Sci. Technol. 2026, 6, 1, 181–188<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://doi.org/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.5c01133">https://doi.org/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.5c01133</a><h6>licensed under <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/">CC-BY 4.0</a></h6></blockquote>Selected sections from the article follow. Formats and hyperlinks were adapted from the original.<div>The earliest evidence of beer production and consumption comes from China before 5000 BC, and the earliest indications of beer production in Europe date back to ∼ 3000 BC. Although yeast had unintentionally been used to produce beer back then, it was not until the 19th century that yeast was identified as the major active organism accomplishing the fermentation process. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(1)</a> Before the invention of the pure culture process in 1883 by Emil Christian Hansen, beer was the product of a spontaneous mixed fermentation and involved different species of yeast and bacteria. Each of them potentially contributed to the overall aroma of the beer. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(2)</a> Today, most beers worldwide are produced with the top-fermenting yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae or the bottom-fermenting Saccharomyces pastorianus. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(3)</a> For a long time, extraneous yeasts were only considered spoilage organisms, <a href="javascript:void(0);">(4,5)</a> however, they recently generated interest for beer aroma diversification.In most industrialized countries, beer sales and consumption have decreased continuously over the past few years. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(6)</a> To act against this negative trend, diversifying beer by developing special beers with aroma characteristics beyond the mainstream is a suitable option. This can be achieved by customization of raw materials and/or processing. The impact of specialty malts on beer aroma has already been studied on the level of the causative substances, and so has the contribution of novel hop varieties with unique aroma profiles in combination with different hopping techniques. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(7−10)</a> In contrast, knowledge about how non-Saccharomyces yeasts influence beer aroma is scarce at the molecular level.In recent years, non-Saccharomyces yeasts have demonstrated great potential for producing new beer styles. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(5)</a> However, a majority of yeasts do not grow sufficiently in wort, and some produce unpleasant aromas. Michel et al. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(4)</a> developed a screening method to determine the fermentation ability of non-Saccharomyces yeasts by a combination of tests addressing, e.g., sugar utilization, hop and ethanol resistance, and propagation efficiency. The results particularly showed the outstanding suitability of Torulaspora delbrueckii strains for beer brewing.T. delbrueckii is well-known in the wine industry, where it is used in single and mixed fermentations to produce wines intense in aroma. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(11)</a> Recent studies have shown that T. delbrueckii, when used in mixed fermentation with S. cerevisiae, can also produce beers with a pronounced fruity aroma corresponding with high amounts of acetyl esters, 3-methylbutan-1-ol, and ethyl butanoate. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(12−18)</a> Further data are available on the volatile compounds formed by T. delbrueckii in single fermentation of synthetic media <a href="javascript:void(0);">(19,20)</a> or wort. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(17,21−24)</a> However, in none of the studies, the aroma contribution of the volatile compounds formed by T. delbrueckii during beer making has been systematically evaluated. To fill this gap, our aim was to apply a molecular sensory science approach to identify the key odorants in a beer brewed with T. delbrueckii in parallel with a beer brewed with S. cerevisiae, serving as a reference. The volatiles were isolated from the beer samples by solvent-assisted flavor evaporation (SAFE) and screened for odor-active compounds by gas chromatography–olfactometry (GC–O) in combination with a comparative aroma extract dilution analysis (AEDA). A dilution analysis of static headspace samples was performed to additionally cover highly volatile odorants. After structure elucidation, major odorants were quantitated. Odor activity values (OAVs) revealed the compounds potentially crucial for the characteristic aroma of the Torulaspora beer, which were finally confirmed by a spiking experiment.<h4>Materials and Methods</h4><h5>Gas Chromatography (GC)</h5>The GC systems employed were detailed previously: GC–O/FID, <a href="javascript:void(0);">(10)</a> HS–GC–O/MS, <a href="javascript:void(0);">(38)</a> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=7890B">GC–MS</a>, <a href="javascript:void(0);">(39)</a> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?mainauthorItems=10&amp;search=6890">GC×GC–MS</a>, <a href="javascript:void(0);">(28)</a> and GC–GC–MS. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(10)</a> Further details are available in the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://pubs.acs.org/doi/suppl/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.5c01133/suppl_file/fs5c01133_si_001.pdf">Supporting Information</a> file. For olfactometric detection in the GC–O/FID and HS–GC–O/MS approaches, a trained and experienced assessor placed the nose directly above the sniffing port and evaluated the effluent. Whenever an odor was detected, the retention time and the odor quality were recorded. All olfactometric analyses were conducted by three assessors with complementary olfactory capabilities, i.e., if one assessor exhibited a specific anosmia, at least one of the other two was normosmic. Awareness of one’s own anosmia was taught in weekly training sessions, which also included familiarization with a standardized flavor language. Retention index (RI) calculation was accomplished after GC analysis with a constant temperature gradient (6 °C/min) by linear interpolation from the retention time of the target odorant and the retention times of adjacent n-alkanes. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(40)</a><h4>Results and Discussion</h4><h5>Sensory Characteristics of the Beers</h5>The quantitative olfactory profiles of both the reference beer brewed with S. cerevisiae and the special beer brewed with T. delbrueckii showed patterns fairly characteristic of top-fermented beers: high ratings for malty, floral, honey-like, and fruity in combination with moderate ratings for caramel-like, sweaty, and banana-like (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.5c01133#fig1">Figure 1</a>). Nevertheless, a closer look also revealed clear quantitative differences. Whereas the reference beer was dominated by the malty aroma note, the special beer was rated higher in the fruity aroma note, the caramel-like aroma note, and the banana-like aroma note. Overall, the most pronounced difference between the two beers was the stronger fruitiness of the special beer brewed with the Torulaspora yeast.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/ACS_Food_Sci_Technol_2026_6_1_181_188_Figure_1_Quantitative_olfactory_profiles_of_the_reference_beer_brewed_with_S_cerevisiae_and_the_special_beer_brewed_with_T_delbrueckii_c5e8770229.jpg" alt="ACS Food Sci. Technol. 2026, 6, 1, 181–188: Figure 1. Quantitative olfactory profiles of the reference beer brewed with S. cerevisiae and the special beer brewed with T. delbrueckii. Assessors rated the intensity of each descriptor on a scale from 0 to 3 with 0.1 increments and 0 = not detectable, 1 = weak, 2 = moderate, and 3 = strong." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_ACS_Food_Sci_Technol_2026_6_1_181_188_Figure_1_Quantitative_olfactory_profiles_of_the_reference_beer_brewed_with_S_cerevisiae_and_the_special_beer_brewed_with_T_delbrueckii_c5e8770229.jpg 165w," sizes="100vw" width="638" height="602"><h5>Odor-Active Compounds in the Beers</h5>To approach the compounds that were responsible for the aroma difference between the reference beer brewed with S. cerevisiae and the special beer brewed with T. delbrueckii, we first screened the volatiles isolated from the beers by solvent extraction and SAFE using GC–O in combination with a comparative AEDA. As a result, we obtained 32 odor-active compounds, among which 31 were detected in both beers, and FD factors up to 16384 in the reference beer and up to 32768 in the special beer (<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.5c01133#tbl1">Table 1</a>). Structure assignments were achieved with the following approach: RIs on two columns with different polarity (DB-FFAP and DB-5) and odor descriptions were compared to published data, including those compiled in the Leibniz-LSB@TUM Odorant Database. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(44)</a> The resulting structure proposals were confirmed by parallel GC–O and GC–MS analyses of the beer volatile isolates and authentic reference compound solutions.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/ACS_Food_Sci_Technol_2026_6_1_181_188_Table_1_Odorants_in_the_Volatile_Isolates_Obtained_from_the_Reference_Beer_Brewed_with_S_cerevisiae_and_the_Special_Beer_Brewed_with_T_delbrueckii_1_d6e079edf1.jpg" alt="ACS Food Sci. Technol. 2026, 6, 1, 181–188: Table 1. Odorants in the Volatile Isolates Obtained from the Reference Beer Brewed with S. cerevisiae and the Special Beer Brewed with T. delbrueckii_Part 1" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_ACS_Food_Sci_Technol_2026_6_1_181_188_Table_1_Odorants_in_the_Volatile_Isolates_Obtained_from_the_Reference_Beer_Brewed_with_S_cerevisiae_and_the_Special_Beer_Brewed_with_T_delbrueckii_1_d6e079edf1.jpg 160w," sizes="100vw" width="1058" height="1030"><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/ACS_Food_Sci_Technol_2026_6_1_181_188_Table_1_Odorants_in_the_Volatile_Isolates_Obtained_from_the_Reference_Beer_Brewed_with_S_cerevisiae_and_the_Special_Beer_Brewed_with_T_delbrueckii_2_dd11d44cf3.jpg" alt="ACS Food Sci. Technol. 2026, 6, 1, 181–188: Table 1. Odorants in the Volatile Isolates Obtained from the Reference Beer Brewed with S. cerevisiae and the Special Beer Brewed with T. delbrueckii_Part 2" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_ACS_Food_Sci_Technol_2026_6_1_181_188_Table_1_Odorants_in_the_Volatile_Isolates_Obtained_from_the_Reference_Beer_Brewed_with_S_cerevisiae_and_the_Special_Beer_Brewed_with_T_delbrueckii_2_dd11d44cf3.jpg 178w," sizes="100vw" width="1061" height="928">Using this approach, the structures of 30 out of 32 odorants in the beers were successfully assigned; only compounds 9 and 29, despite all efforts, remained unknown. The compound with the highest overall FD factor of 32768 was caramel-like smelling 4-hydroxy-2,5-dimethylfuran-3(2H)-one (HDMF; 23) in the special beer. With 8192 it also showed a high FD factor in the reference beer. HDMF is a well-known beer odorant thermally generated during malt production. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(7)</a> With an FD factor of 16384, the most potent odorant in the reference beer was floral, honey-like smelling 2-phenylethan-1-ol (21), followed by malty smelling 2- and 3-methylbutan-1-ol (8) with a combined FD factor of 8192. 2- and 3-methylbutan-1-ol were not separated on the GC column used for AEDA, but the mass spectra in EI mode indicated a mixture of both compounds. 2-Phenylethan-1-ol, 2-methylbutan-1-ol, and 3-methylbutan-1-ol also showed high FD factors in the special beer, namely 16384 and 512. These important beer odorants, <a href="javascript:void(0);">(45,46)</a> are formed as byproducts of yeast metabolism during fermentation. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(47)</a> Further five odorants with FD factors as high as 1024 to 4096 in at least one of the two beer samples were 2-methoxy-4-vinylphenol (27; smoky, clove-like; FD factors 1024 and 4096), phenylacetic acid (31; honey-like, beeswax-like; FD factors 2048 and 2048), sotolon (26; fenugreek-like; FD factors 1024 and 512), (E)-β-damascenone (18; cooked apple-like; FD factors 1024 and 256), and 2,3-dihydromaltol (20; caramel-like; FD factors 256 and 1024). All these compounds have been reported as beer odorants before. <a href="javascript:void(0);">(10,46,48)</a> The entire results of the odorant identification are summarized in <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.5c01133#tbl1">Table 1</a>. While the volatiles in beers brewed with T. delbrueckii have previously been analyzed by GC–FID <a href="javascript:void(0);">(5,13−15,18,23)</a> and GC–MS, <a href="javascript:void(0);">(19,20,24)</a> to our knowledge, this is the first study to apply activity-guided odorant screening using GC–O approaches.Approximately half of the compounds compiled in <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.5c01133#tbl1">Table 1</a> showed no substantial FD factor differences between the reference beer brewed with S. cerevisiae and the special beer brewed with T. delbrueckii. FD factors were either identical, such as for 2-phenylethan-1-ol (21; both 16384) and phenylacetic acid (31; both 2048), or differed only by a factor of 2, which cannot be considered an indication of a quantitative difference, e.g., for sotolon (26; 1024 vs 512) and ethyl 2-methylpropanoate (2; 256 vs 128). Among the compounds that showed substantial FD factor differences between the reference beer and the special beer were the important malty smelling beer odorants 2- and 3-methylbutan-1-ol with common FD factors of 8192 in the reference and 512 in the special beer. This difference corresponded well to a higher rating of the malty aroma note in the olfactory profile of the reference beer (cf. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.5c01133#fig1">Figure 1</a>). On the other hand, the FD factors of fruity smelling compounds were not able to explain the stronger fruitiness of the special beer brewed with T. delbrueckii. In fact, the fruity smelling esters ethyl propanoate (1), ethyl butanoate (3), and ethyl 3-methylbutanoate (5) showed higher FD factors in the special beer (16 vs 8, 128 vs 64, and 8 vs 4); however, other fruity smelling esters showed higher FD factors in the reference beer, namely ethyl 2-methylpropanoate (2; 256 vs 128), ethyl 2-methylbutanoate (4; 8 vs 2), and ethyl hexanoate (10; 32 vs 16). To clarify the compounds being causative for the more intense fruity aroma of the special beer, sensory experiments based on exact quantitative data would, therefore, be essential. Before starting these experiments, however, the screening for odor-active compounds in the beers was extended to the fraction of highly volatile compounds.In summary, the use of T. delbrueckii for beer brewing resulted in a beer with an intense fruity aroma associated with higher concentrations of ethyl butanoate, ethyl 2-methylpropanoate, and ethyl propanoate than in the corresponding S. cerevisiae beer. Our study thus confirmed that the usage of non-Saccharomyces yeasts for beer brewing can be an appropriate tool for diversifying beer aroma and developing unique beers with aroma characteristics beyond the mainstream. However, further research is needed to substantiate our results, assess their reproducibility by analyzing biological replicates, and study the effects of different yeast strains.</div>

Characterization of the Major Odorants in Beer Brewed with Torulaspora delbrueckii─Differences to Beer Brewed with Saccharomyces cerevisiae

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In this webinar, we will explore complementary analytical solutions for comprehensive microplastics characterization.

Microplastics Identification, Quantification

Organic contamination presents a persistent challenge across industries, particularly when particles are small, embedded, or difficult to isolate. This webinar introduces a combined focused ion beam–scanning electron microscopy (FIB-SEM) and FTIR microscopy workflow designed to support precise isolation and reliable identification of organic contaminants. By integrating targeted sample extraction with molecular analysis, this approach enables more complete characterization of foreign materials that may be missed using a single technique.Attendees will see how this workflow can support failure analysis and foreign material identification, with application examples relevant to pharmaceutical manufacturing where rapid, accurate identification is critical for product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.<h4>In This Webinar, You Will Learn:&nbsp;</h4><ul><li>Fundamentals of FIB-SEM and FTIR microscopy and how they complement each other</li><li>A practical workflow for isolating and identifying organic microparticles</li><li>Techniques for FIB extraction, including milling and lift-out of targeted regions</li><li>Approaches to FTIR microscopy for analyzing small or embedded particles</li><li>Application insights for pharmaceutical contamination analysis and failure investigations&nbsp;</li></ul><h4>This Webinar is Ideal For:&nbsp;</h4><ul><li>Failure analysis scientists and engineers</li><li>QA/QC and quality assurance professionals</li><li>Pharmaceutical R&amp;D and manufacturing scientists</li><li>Analytical scientists working in materials characterization or contamination analysis</li><li>Academic and applied researchers (e.g., microplastics, materials science, life sciences)&nbsp;</li></ul><blockquote>Speaker: Matt Joens (Senior Sales Development Representative, Thermo Fisher Scientific)Matt Joens is an electron microscopist who has dedicated his career to the advancement of 3D and correlative imaging methodologies. He also has a passion for biological sample preparation, especially in the world of cryo preservation and the production of frozen lamella for high resolution TEM analysis. A chemist by training, Matt has worked at the Salk Institute, Washington University, Apple Inc, and TESCAN, spanning both life science and materials science disciplines. This duality has given him the unique perspective on what modern tools are capable of, and he now dedicates his time to help scientists find the right solutions for their research.Speaker: Jaspreet Singh, Phd (Senior Applications Scientist, Molecular Spectroscopy, Thermo Fisher Scientific)Jaspreet Singh earned his B.S. in Chemistry from the University of California, Merced in 2012 and his Ph.D. from the University of Oklahoma in 2021. Jaspreet’s graduate research work focused on variable temperature infrared spectroscopy studies of materials and development of FTIR sampling methods. Jaspreet is currently a Senior Application Scientist for the Nicolet FTIR spectroscopy product line at Thermo Fisher Scientific and operates an applications lab in San Jose, CA.</blockquote>

AZOM: Organic Contamination Analysis: A FIB-FTIR Workflow

Organic Contamination Analysis: A FIB-FTIR Workflow

Fundamentals of FIB-SEM and FTIR microscopy and how they complement each other

<h4>Automated Stir Bar Sorptive Extraction with extended phase options for an even broader range of applications</h4>In this webinar, Frank Jacobs shows how GERSTEL automates the SBSE workflow with AutoTwister, from extraction through thermal desorption, enabling reproducible, efficient, and sensitive analyses.In addition, another key topic will be presented: 4 new Twister phases designed to specifically expand the application range of Twister.Alongside the proven PDMS phase, 4 additional phase options are now available to better cover more polar, mixed, or particularly demanding analyte profiles. This webinar provides a practical overview of how SBSE can be adapted even more flexibly to different analytical requirements.Register now for the webinar and discover how AutoTwister and new Twister phases make SBSE even more versatile and powerful for modern laboratory workflows.<blockquote>Presenter: Frank Jacobs, R&amp;D GERSTEL GmbH&amp;Co.KG</blockquote>

GERSTEL: AutoTwister and 4 New Twister Phases: Expanding the SBSE Capabilities

AutoTwister and 4 New Twister Phases: Expanding the SBSE Capabilities

In this webinar, Frank Jacobs shows how GERSTEL automates the SBSE workflow with AutoTwister, from extraction through thermal desorption.

AutoTwister Expanding SBSE Capabilities

Raman spectroscopy is a powerful and increasingly accessible tool for analyzing the chemical and structural properties of materials across a wide range of industries. It enables fast, non-destructive analysis with minimal sample preparation - making it well suited for both research and quality-focused environments.In this webinar, we will introduce the fundamentals of Raman spectroscopy and explore how modern Raman systems deliver research-grade chemical insights through intuitive workflows and advanced imaging capabilities. Attendees will learn how Raman spectroscopy and microscopy can be used to identify unknown materials, visualize chemical distributions, and accelerate decision-making.We will also highlight key capabilities, such as confocal imaging, particle analysis, multilayer analysis and chemical mapping, that make the technique extremely valuable for product identification and testing across a wide range of applications. &nbsp;Join the free webinar with certification of attendance now. &nbsp;<h4>Join the Webinar to:</h4><ul><li>Understand the basic principles of Raman spectroscopy, including its use as a complementary technique to FTIR spectroscopy</li><li>Learn how Raman enables rapid, non-destructive chemical identification with minimal sample prep</li><li>Explore applications across a range of materials and industries</li><li>See how Raman imaging and microscopy reveal spatial chemical information</li><li>Identify how modern Raman systems improve usability, workflow efficiency, and data confidence</li></ul><h4>This Webinar is Ideal For:</h4><ul><li>Materials scientists and analytical chemists</li><li>R&amp;D and quality control professionals</li><li>Process and product development teams</li><li>Users evaluating Raman or complementary analytical techniques</li></ul><blockquote>Speaker: Sudhir Dahal, Ph.D. (Product Manager, Thermo Fisher Scientific)&nbsp;Sudhir Dahal is the Product Manager for Research Raman Products at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he focuses on bringing advanced Raman spectroscopy solutions to market for demanding pharmaceutical and industrial applications. &nbsp;With over a decade of experience in analytical instrumentation, Sudhir works closely with customers, application teams and R&amp;D to translate real-world QC challenges – such as biopharma fill-finish testing, data robustness and scalability – into practical, automation-ready solutions. &nbsp;He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, where he developed spectroscopy-based methods for biomedical analysis. Sudhir is passionate about connecting technology, workflow, and market needs to enable smarter, data-driven quality control.</blockquote>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Unlocking Material Insights with Raman Spectroscopy: From Fundamentals to Real-World Applications

Unlocking Material Insights with Raman Spectroscopy: From Fundamentals to Real-World Applications

Learn Raman spectroscopy fundamentals, imaging, and applications for fast, non-destructive material analysis and improved laboratory workflows.

Material Insights with Raman Spectroscopy

Global supply chain disruptions are forcing industrial laboratories to qualify new material suppliers faster than ever before—often with limited insight into subtle but critical differences in material composition. Even when materials meet nominal specifications, variations in additives, processing, and structure can introduce significant risk to product performance, quality, and reliability.This webinar explores how FTIR spectroscopy can help laboratories detect variability, validate materials with confidence, and reduce risk in supplier qualification. Through real-world example, attendees will learn how improved characterization supports better decision-making, faster time-to-production, and more resilient manufacturing processes.<h4>Key Learning Objectives:</h4><ul><li>Understand the analytical risks introduced by supplier changes and complex material systems.</li><li>Identify practical characterization strategies that improve confidence in material qualification decisions.</li><li>Recognize how analytical workflows support cost control, quality assurance, and faster time-to-production.</li></ul><h4>Who Should Attend:</h4><ul><li>QA/QC Managers and Scientists&nbsp;</li><li>Analytical Laboratory Managers&nbsp;</li><li>Materials Scientists and Engineers&nbsp;</li><li>R&amp;D and Product Development Leaders&nbsp;</li><li>Manufacturing and Process Engineers</li></ul><blockquote>Speaker: Lena Woodis, PhD (Product Manager, Thermo Fisher Scientific)Speaker: Alexandra Taylor (Contributing Editor, C&amp;EN Media Group)</blockquote>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Smarter Materials Qualification in a Changing Supply Chain

Smarter Materials Qualification in a Changing Supply Chain

Webinar explores how FTIR spectroscopy can help laboratories detect variability, validate materials with confidence, and reduce risk in supplier qualification.

Petrochemical processes demand both accuracy and speed. These requirements are often addressed at different stages of the workflow. Laboratory techniques such as gas chromatography (GC) provide detailed compositional data, while process mass spectrometry (MS) enables fast, continuous, real-time gas analysis directly on the line.In this webinar, we present how these complementary analytical approaches are applied from the lab to the process environment. Daniela Cavagnino will cover the role of GC for detailed characterization and validation, while Dan Merriman will highlight how process MS delivers multi-component gas analysis in seconds to support real-time monitoring and control.&nbsp;<h4>Attend the Webinar to Learn:</h4><ul><li>The role of GC in laboratory-based petrochemical analysis</li><li>How process mass spectrometry enables real-time gas monitoring on the line</li><li>Where each technique fits within petrochemical workflows</li></ul><blockquote>Speaker: Dan Merriman (Senior Advisor to Marketing, Process Mass Spectrometry, Thermo Fisher Scientific)Dan Merriman is a global leader in process analytics and instrumentation with more than 30 years working in the field of process mass spectrometry. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, he has guided worldwide sales, marketing, and product strategy, driving successful new product introductions. Recognized for his depth of expertise, Dan has authored numerous white papers and application notes and conducted extensive research that has influenced industry standards in monitoring and measurement.Speaker:&nbsp;Dr. Daniela Cavagnino (Product Marketing Manager, Gas chromatography, Thermo Fisher Scientific)Dr. Daniela Cavagnino received her Masters Degree in Chemistry at the University of Milan, Italy. She started her career in gas chromatography at Thermo Fisher Scientific with several years in R&amp;D laboratories working on GC technology innovation. Then, she conveyed her technical background into product and marketing management. Today she has more than 20 years’ experience in GC/GCMS technology and applications in several different market segments, including petrochemicals.&nbsp;</blockquote>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: From Lab to Line: Leveraging GC and Process MS for Petrochemical Gas Analysis

From Lab to Line: Leveraging GC and Process MS for Petrochemical Gas Analysis

Learn how GC and process MS enable accurate and real-time petrochemical analysis, improving monitoring, control, and workflow efficiency.

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