<p><strong>In 2025, the 16th workshop will be hosted in person in Liege, Belgium. The workshop will be shared between key speaker presentations, flash presentations, poster presentations, and focus group discussions on the challenges and the futures of the field. The workshop is dedicated to all multidimensional techniques.</strong></p>
<p><strong>We hope to see you there!</strong></p>
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<h5><strong>The content and recordings of lectures from previous years</strong></h5>
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<p>💡 <a href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/events/436"><strong>15th Multidimensional Chromatography Workshop (MDCW)</strong></a></p>
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<p>💡 <a href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/events/437"><strong>14th Multidimensional Chromatography Workshop (MDCW)</strong></a></p>
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<p>💡 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg-M6fM-05MrGrDggkl_UKzzcHPWPmssh">LabRulez YouTube channel: <strong>The Multidimensional Chromatography (MDC) Workshop playlist</strong></a> with recorded presentations</p>
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<h3><strong>Registration - 2025</strong></h3>
<p>Follow the link below to the registration page. A copy of your responses will be sent to you after you complete the form. </p>
<h4>👉 <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTLhjK50mD79vkYhbHag2YnymyA1YcsRTQxhn9g2kg72Qe6Q/viewform"><strong>Registration - 2025</strong></a></h4>
<p><strong>The registration deadline is January 1st, 2025.</strong></p>
<h3><strong>Key Dates</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>May 1, 2024: <strong><a href="(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTLhjK50mD79vkYhbHag2YnymyA1YcsRTQxhn9g2kg72Qe6Q/viewform)">Registration</a> and <a href="http://www.multidimensionalchromatography.com/abstract-submission.html">abstract submission</a> open</strong></li>
<li>June 1, 2024: <strong>Sponsorship agreement deadline</strong></li>
<li>August 30, 2024: <strong>Deadline for <a href="http://www.multidimensionalchromatography.com/abstract-submission.html">abstract submission</a></strong></li>
<li>September 15, 2024: <strong>Notification of abstract acceptances</strong></li>
<li>October 30, 2024: <strong>Preliminary program release</strong></li>
<li>November 30, 2024: <strong>Deadline for last minute posters</strong></li>
<li>December 31st, 2024: <strong>Deadline to book conference hotel at special rate</strong></li>
<li>January 1, 2025: <strong>Registration deadline and final program release</strong></li>
<li>February 2, 2025: <strong>Short Course (registration details forthcoming)</strong></li>
<li>February 3-5, 2025: <strong>Conference dates</strong></li>
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<h3><strong>Abstract Submission - 2025</strong></h3>
<p>Abstracts to be considered for an <strong>oral presentation</strong> must be submitted <strong>by Aug 30, 2024</strong> for consideration. <strong>Poster</strong> abstracts can be submitted <strong>before Aug 30, 2024 for inclusion in the preliminary program</strong>. Additional <strong>last minute posters</strong> will be accepted <strong>until November 30, 2024</strong> for the final program.</p>
<h4>👉 <a href="https://auth.oxfordabstracts.com/?redirect=/stages/32056/submitter"><strong>SUBMIT ABSTRACT HERE</strong></a></h4>
<h4><strong>Presentation guidelines</strong></h4>
<p><strong>Poster</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Please note: As presenting author, it is your responsibility to print and bring your poster with you. We do not offer printing services for posters nor do we accept mailed posters.</li>
<li>Please bring your poster in hard copy with you to the conference. All posters should be set up prior to the poster session (during registration or on breaks). </li>
<li>Posters should be prepared in A0 vertical format (or 36&quot; wide by 48&quot; tall).</li>
<li>Poster presenters must be present at their poster during the poster session. There will be further times available for viewing posters during breaks and authors can optionally stand with their posters during coffee breaks if they so wish.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Oral</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Prepare your presentation as Powerpoint or PDF document </li>
<li><strong>Use the following file name format:</strong> LASTNAME_PRESENTATIONCODE</li>
<li>Use a 16:9 slide format for optimal display. Presentations in 4:3 will also be accommodated.</li>
<li>You will have the possibility to use a headset or a portable microphone.</li>
<li>You will have a laser pointer with a slide change button. </li>
<li>Make sure to keep a couple of minutes for questions within your allocated time.</li>
<li>Prior to your session, please check in and introduce yourself to the conference or session chairs.</li>
<li>You will be asked to upload your file in advance. Please check your email for instructions to upload your presentation by the deadline instructed. Typically we require the presentation at least 1 week before the conference start date.</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Program</strong></h3>
<p>The Preliminary Program, Guidebook, and the Abstract book can be downloaded below when available. The Guidebook contains the program and all other pertinent conference information.</p>
<ul>
<li>Preliminary Program</li>
<li>Final Guidebook</li>
<li>Abstract Book</li>
</ul>
<h4><strong>Keynote Speakers 2025</strong></h4>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/MDCW_Keynote_Speakers_2025_Dr_Karine_Faure_Dr_Patrik_Petersson_Dr_Pascal_Cardinael_Dr_Thomas_Dutriez_3f133fd4d2.jpg" alt="MDCW: Keynote Speakers 2025: (left to right) Dr. Karine Faure, Dr. Patrik Petersson, Dr. Pascal Cardinael, Dr. Thomas Dutriez."/></p>
<h5><strong>Dr. Karine Faure</strong></h5>
<ul>
<li>Senior Scientist, Institute of Analytical Sciences, CNRS University Lyon</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Title of Keynote Lecture: Introducing Supercritical Fluid Chromatography in the Community of Multidimensional Chromatography</strong></p>
<p>Karine Faure received her MSc in Chemical Engineering from Ecole Ingénieur Toulouse, France and her PhD in Analytical Chemistry from University College Cork, Ireland. Passionate about separation sciences, she has worked over the course of her career on electrophoresis, miniaturised liquid chromatography, preparative chromatography and multidimensional liquid chromatography. She authored 43 publications and 5 book chapters. Her research focuses on the development of multidimensional techniques using liquid chromatography and supercritical fluid chromatography for the non-targeted analysis of natural products and renewable materials. </p>
<h5><strong>Dr. Patrik Petersson</strong></h5>
<ul>
<li>Principal Scientist, Ferring Pharmaceuticals</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Title of Keynote Lecture: Application of 2D-LC-MS for analysis of pharmaceutical peptides</strong></p>
<p>Patrik Petersson is a Principal Scientist at Ferring Pharmaceuticals in Copenhagen, Denmark. He has been working within the pharmaceutical industry with the development of analytical separation methods for 29 years within research as well as all phases of development.  During the time within industry the link to the academia has been maintained through collaborations, teaching and supervision of MSc/PhD students.  This has resulted in 71 publications and 31 oral presentations at national/international conferences.  The majority related to chromatography but also capillary electrophoresis and modelling/chemometrics.</p>
<h5><strong>Dr. Pascal Cardinael</strong></h5>
<ul>
<li>Professor, University of Rouen Normandy</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Title of Keynote Lecture: How to design microcolumns for comprehensive GC</strong></p>
<p>Pascal Cardinael obtained his Ph.D. degree in Analytical Chemistry in 2000 from the University of Rouen (France). In 2002, he became a Lecturer at the Laboratory of Separative Methods and Sciences UR3333 at the University of Rouen Normandy, and was appointed Professor of Analytical Chemistry in 2011. He has been managing the Laboratory since 2022. The Laboratory focuses on the development of new stationary phases and miniaturized columns for Gas Chromatography and High Performance Liquid Chromatography for space exploration missions and on-site monitoring. All practical and fundamental aspects of comprehensive two-dimensional Gas Chromatography are also studied, including miniaturization, modulator technology, retention modeling, and coupling with high-resolution mass spectrometry.</p>
<h5><strong>Dr. Thomas Dutriez</strong></h5>
<ul>
<li>Senior Manager, PSS Labs CoE, Givaudan International</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Title of Keynote Lecture: GC×GC-MS - Fragrance Allergens - The Olympic Gold Standard</strong></p>
<p>Thomas Dutriez obtained his Ph.D. degree in Analytical Chemistry in 2010 from the University of Paris (France) and IFP Energies nouvelles. He then continued his career as a scientist in gas chromatography and mass spectrometry at DSM (Netherlands), during which his work on comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography was awarded by the John B. Phillips award in 2013. In 2014, he joined Givaudan International (Switzerland) to establish the analytical laboratory dedicated to quantifying regulated substances in fragrance ingredients. Currently, he leads the Product Safety Sciences Laboratories at Givaudan International, a center of Excellence dedicated to conducting regulatory analytical and environmental studies at a global level to address the growing regulatory requirements.</p>
<h4><strong>Guided Discussion Groups 2024</strong></h4>
<h5><strong>Advantages and Limitations of GC×GC in Government and Industrial Laboratories</strong></h5>
<ul>
<li><strong>Haleigh Boswell</strong> (Chevron Technology Center)</li>
<li><strong>Sarah Prebihalo</strong> (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)</li>
</ul>
<p>Comprehensive gas chromatography (GC×GC) is a common technique used in government and industrial laboratories; however, it has struggled to gain widespread acceptance due to perceived complexity and a lack of standardized and validated methods. Furthermore, the technique is not directly comparable to historical data sets and previously used analytical techniques. Overcoming these challenges and limitations in non-academic laboratories is a critical aspect of research by experts and advanced GC×GC users. Advanced users must be vocal advocates, highlighting the advantages of GC×GC in cases where the additional separation data can be advantageous. By addressing the benefits and limitations of this technique, this discussion will aim to address how we may elevate GC×GC in industrial and government laboratories, including, but not limited to, the role of obtaining employment in these sectors, allowing for further integration into the GC×GC community.</p>
<h5><strong>Preliminary Results in the Development of a System Performance Standard Reference Test Mixture for Comprehensive Two-Dimensional Gas Chromatography</strong></h5>
<ul>
<li><strong>Jean-Marie D. Dimandja</strong> (FDA/ORA)</li>
<li><strong>Pierre-Hugues Stefanuto</strong> (University of Liege)</li>
</ul>
<p>GC×GC system performance is influenced by many parameters, including modulator type, column set, detection method, and data processing software. This discussion will be focused on the development of a standard test mixture that can be used to compare GC×GC system performance across instruments and laboratories. </p>
<h3><strong>Focus Groups 2025</strong></h3>
<p>If you are interested in hosting a focus group in 2025, please email us to express interest at multidimensionalchromatography@gmail.com</p>
<h3><strong>Organizing Committee</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li><h5><strong>Katelynn Perrault</strong> (William &amp; Mary, Assistant Professor)</h5>
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<li><h5><strong>Pierre-Hugues Stefanuto</strong> (University of Liège, Senior Scientist)</h5>
</li>
<li><h5><strong>Dwight Stoll</strong> (Gustavus Adolphus College, Professor)</h5>
</li>
<li><h5><strong>Petr Vozka</strong> (California State LA, Assistant Professor)</h5>
</li>
</ul>
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<h3><strong>Sponsors 2025</strong></h3>
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<h4><strong>SILVER SPONSORS SPONSORS</strong></h4>
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<h4><strong>SpectralWorks</strong></h4>
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<h4><strong>SepSolve Analytical</strong></h4>
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16th Multidimensional Chromatography Workshop (MDCW 2025) Abstract Submission Deadline

<p><strong>This is a simplified version of the former CRM CZ 70006. Certified values for the most stable analytes have been experimentally confirmed in three laboratories.</strong></p>
<p>The total toxicity equivalent is approximately 150 ng/kg.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Price:</strong> 8,717.00 CZK excluding VAT</li>
<li><strong>Analytes: 2,3,7,8 TeCDD; 1,2,3,7,8 PeCDD; 1,2,3,4,7,8 HxCDD; 1,2,3,4,7,8 HxCDD; 1,2,3,6,7,8 HxCDD; 1,2,3,4,8,9 HxCDD; 1,2,3,4,6,7,8 HpCDD; OCDD; 2,3,7,8 TeCDF ; 1,2,3,7,8 PeCDF; 2,3,4,7,8 PeCDF; 1,2,3,74,7,8 HxCDF; 1,2,3,6,7,8 HxCDF; 1,2,3,7,8,9 HxCDF; 2,3,4,6,7,8 HxCDf; 1,2,3,4,6,7,8 HpCDF; 1,2,3,4,7,8,9 HpCDF; OCDF; PCB 77; PCB 81; PCB 126; PCB 169; PCB 105; PCB 114; PCB 118; PCB 123; PCB 156; PCB 157; PCB 167; PCB 189.</strong></li>
</ul>
<h5><strong>Packaging:</strong></h5>
<p>60 g of waste sludge in powder form with particle size below 100 μm in a dark glass bottle.</p>
<p>The sample is radiation stabilised with a dose of 25 kGy.</p>
<h5><strong>Use:</strong></h5>
<p>This certified reference material is intended to provide metrological continuity, validation of analytical methods and assignment of values to other materials of similar composition.</p>
<h5><strong>Recommended analytical methods for measured quantities:</strong></h5>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://gcms.labrulez.com/library?instrumentationItems=3-5&amp;search=sludge"><strong>HRGC/HRMS</strong></a></li>
</ul>
<h5><strong>Specifications:</strong></h5>
<ul>
<li><strong>Expiration date:</strong> 5 years from date of manufacture</li>
</ul>
<h5><strong>Metrological continuity:</strong></h5>
<p>The majority of laboratories used the BCR 614(S0-S5) certified reference material for calibration, followed by BCR 365 and ERM AC 820-822 materials. All laboratories analyzed the BCR-677 matrix certified reference material at the same time as the samples provided.</p>
<h5><strong>Sample preparation for analysis:</strong></h5>
<p>The following EPA procedures 1613, 1668, 8280A, 8290 or equivalent methods are most commonly used.</p>
<h5><strong>Homogeneity and stability:</strong></h5>
<p>Homogeneity and short-term stability have been demonstrated, according to TNI guideline ISO 35.</p>
<h5><strong>Storage and instructions for use:</strong></h5>
<p>The CRM must be stored and kept in its original packaging at 2-30°C. The material shall be be analysed as delivered and its dry weight should be determined in unanalysed proportions by drying at 105°C to constant weight. It is recommended that the material in the vial be rehomogenised by mechanical shaking of the contents before each use. The vial should be opened 1-2 minutes after rehomogenisation to prevent fine dust particles from escaping from the vial and settling into the surroundings. As this is a toxic material, only personnel trained to handle toxic materials should handle the material.</p>
<h5><strong>Certified and indicative values and their uncertainties:</strong></h5>
<p>Certified values for selected PCDDs, PCDFs and PCBs are given in Table 1. The certified values of the analytes were derived from the results of an inter-laboratory comparison in which a total of 11 selected laboratories participated. These combined uncertainties are dominated by the contribution of uncertainty in the characterisation of the respective property value.</p>
<p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Analytika_Matricovy_certifikovany_referencni_material_odpadni_kal_Tabulka_1_Certifikovane_hodnoty_obsahu_vybranych_PCDD_PCDF_PCB_a_jejich_pridruzene_ee25708f7d.jpg" alt="Analytical: Table 1: Certified values for selected PCDDs, PCDFs, PCBs and their associated uncertainties"/></p>
<h5><strong>Note:</strong></h5>
<p>More detailed information on the preparation, homogeneity assessment, stability and characterization of this CRM is provided in the certification report, which is available to interested parties upon request.</p>


Matrix certified reference material for sewage sludge.

<p><strong>Fertilizers manufactured from the sludgy leftovers of wastewater treatment processes can contain traces of potentially hazardous organic chemicals, according to a new study by Johns Hopkins University researchers.</strong></p><p>The research, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.est.4c02934"><strong>published today in journal </strong><i><strong>Environmental Science &amp; Technology</strong></i></a>, provides one of the most comprehensive looks at the chemical composition of so-called biosolids across the country and is the first step toward identifying common chemical contaminants that may need government regulation. The findings could help the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency prioritize which organic compounds to investigate further, the researchers said.</p><p><i>"We've been relatively in the dark when it comes to possible organic hazards in biosolids, and we need to know if there are any smoking guns that we're unaware of,"</i> said <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://engineering.jhu.edu/faculty/carsten-prasse/"><strong>Carsten Prasse</strong></a>, an assistant professor in the Department of Environmental Health and Engineering who studies environmental contaminants. <i>"Regulators need to know what these types of fertilizers are made of to determine how they can be responsibly used."</i></p><blockquote><p><i>"We've been relatively in the dark when it comes to possible organic hazards in biosolids, and we need to know if there are any smoking guns that we're unaware of."</i></p><h5><br>- Carsten Prasse</h5><p><i>Assistant professor, Whiting School</i></p></blockquote><p>Using analytical chemistry techniques capable of identifying thousands of chemicals, Prasse and his team screened 16 samples of biosolids from wastewater treatment facilities in nine U.S. and three Canadian cities. Samples contained traces of pharmaceuticals, industrial chemicals, and a variety of fragrances. Among them were bisphenol A (BPA), commonly found in plastics, and carbamazepine, a drug used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder.</p><p><i>"Because there are so many compounds in biosolids, the question we had was how do we triage? How do we find the chemicals that are widespread and could potentially be problematic, that the EPA and other scientists would need to investigate before proposing regulations,"</i> Prasse said.</p><p>The researchers then created lists of the chemicals found in each sample and compared them to compounds that popped up in multiple places across the country. They identified 92 compounds that were present in 80% or more of the samples.</p><p><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/Johns_Hopkins_University_Getty_Images_Team_aims_to_improve_safety_of_fertilizers_made_from_wastewater_sludge_461986840c.jpg" alt="Johns Hopkins University / Getty Images: Team aims to improve safety of fertilizers made from wastewater sludge." srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_Johns_Hopkins_University_Getty_Images_Team_aims_to_improve_safety_of_fertilizers_made_from_wastewater_sludge_461986840c.jpg 234w," sizes="100vw" width="1194" height="796"></p><p>The researchers then cross-referenced those 92 compounds against the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/companies/310"><strong>EPA</strong></a>'s <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.epa.gov/comptox-tools/comptox-chemicals-dashboard"><strong>CompTox Chemical Dashboard</strong></a>—a database that details the properties, hazards, and potential risks of thousands of chemicals. The dashboard helped the team identify which chemicals were most likely to pose threats to human health or the environment.</p><p><i>"We're not saying that these compounds pose a risk right now, because we haven't done a formal risk assessment,"</i> said <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://pure.johnshopkins.edu/en/persons/matthew-newmeyer"><strong>Matthew Newmeyer</strong></a>, a research associate at the Bloomberg School of Public Health and first author on the paper. <i>"We're saying that these have a potential to be problematic and we need more information in order to make sure these biosolids are safe."</i></p><p>Using biosolids can be beneficial, the researchers said. They are rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and other nutrients that help plants grow. They require less energy to make than synthetic alternatives. And wastewater facilities can sell biosolids to generate revenue to offset treatment costs and reduce waste sent to landfills or incinerators.</p><p>More than half of the 3.76 million tons of biosolids produced in the United States in 2022 fertilized agricultural lands, golf courses, and other landscaped areas, according to the EPA. While direct contact with biosolids is likely limited to occupational exposures, the broader population could be exposed to contaminants absorbed by crops grown in such fertilizers, the researchers said.</p><p>The team plans to measure the identified compounds in the biosolids and vegetables grown in biosolid-amended soil to determine if their concentration levels warrant concern. The researchers are also investigating risks to farmers, landscapers, and composters who work with biosolids.</p><p>Authors include: Keeve Nachman and Qinfan Lyu of Johns Hopkins University, and Jon Sobus and Antony Williams of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.</p><p>This research was supported by U.S. EPA grant R840247 and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention grant T42 OH0008428.</p>

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<p>Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) is a highly selective sample preparation technique that can be used to separate the analytes of interest from your matrix so they can be more readily analysed, and don’t cause problems with HPLC and GC column lifetime due to dirty samples. This webinar explains the terminology commonly used in SPE, common formats and extraction modes and then uses this information to explain how to develop and optimise SPE methods in your lab.</p>
<h3><strong>Key Learning Objectives:</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Understand the terminology used in SPE method development</li>
<li>Learn the different product formats and stationary phases available, and where they should be used in SPE methods</li>
<li>How to develop and optimise an SPE method</li>
</ul>


Phenomenex: The Basics of Solid Phase Extraction

The Basics of Solid Phase Extraction

<p><strong>The trend for multi-residue pesticide analysis is towards faster, simpler, more generic methods of extraction with minimal, if any, clean-up to facilitate higher sample throughput. But this approach can result in extracts with high levels of matrix co-extractives, which will inevitably lead to faster contamination of LC–MS/MS and especially GC–MS/MS systems.</strong></p>
<p>The reluctance to use a cartridge SPE clean-up step most likely results from the time required for manual procedures and time taken to achieve the optimum balance between removal of co-extractive without loss of analytes.</p>
<p>This webinar will highlight an automated optimized online miniaturized cartridge clean-up approach providing more effective clean-up of QuEChERS extracts to overcome the analytical challenges faced by laboratories undertaking pesticides residues analysis.</p>
<h3><strong>Key Learning Objectives:</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Understand the configuration, operation, flexibility and ease of use of an automated on-line µSPE setup with GC–MS and LC–MS analysis</li>
<li>Learn how optimized sorbent blends can yield excellent results from GC–MS/MS and LC–MS/MS multi-residue pesticides analysis in different sample types</li>
<li>Discover how µSPE can increase robustness, reduce system maintenance and increase laboratory productivity</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Who Should Attend:</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Scientists/chemists/analysts involved in pesticide residue analysis</li>
<li>Laboratory manager in food industry and contract testing laboratories</li>
<li>Researchers and method developers interested in automating sample clean-up for residues and contaminants</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Presenter:  Dr. Daniela Cavagnino (Product Marketing Manager for Gas Chromatographs and GC Autosamplers in the Applied Analytical Technologies Group, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</strong></p>
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<p>Dr. Daniela Cavagnino received a Master’s Degree in Chemistry at the University of Milan, Italy. She started her career in gas chromatography at Thermo Fisher Scientific spending several years in the R&amp;D laboratories working on GC technology innovation. Then, she conveyed her technical background into product management and marketing management roles with more than 15 years’ experience in promoting GC/GCMS technology and applications in several different market segments.</p>
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<p>During her career, she has participated as author and co-author in technical publications and actively operated as lecturer at international conferences.</p>
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<p><strong>Presenter: Dr. Cristina Jacob (Product Manager of LC TriPlus Autosamplers, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</strong></p>
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<p>Dr. Cristina Jacob is Product Manager of LC TriPlus Autosamplers at Thermo Fisher Scientific. She received her bachelor’s in chemistry from the University of Évora, Portugal, followed by a Ph.D. in organometallic chemistry from the University of Lisbon, Portugal. Following a postdoctoral appointment at the National Center for Toxicological Research (NCTR) at the US Food &amp; Drug Administration, conducting research in toxicological studies, and at LABERCA, in France, conducting food safety metabolomics studies, she became a Research Scientist at Bioaster’s Metabolomics and Proteomics Technology Unit, in France. Dr. Jacob then moved to the United States as a visiting scientist at US FDA NCTR where she worked on the development of mass-spectral based analytical methodologies to elucidate mechanisms of toxicity before joining the TSQ Product Management team at Thermo Fisher Scientific in 2018.</p>
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<p><strong>Presenter: Richard Fussell (Global Marketing Manager, Food and Beverage, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</strong></p>
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<p>Before joining Thermo Fisher Scientific in 2014, Richard gained extensive analytical experience working for the UK government. This includes 21 years at the Food and Environment Research Agency, York, UK, where he was an Advanced Research Fellow and Senior Scientist focused on the evaluation and implementation of emerging chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques for the analysis of pesticides, veterinary medicines and contaminants in food and the environment. He has served on various national and international committees and has published more than 50 articles in the peer reviewed literature.</p>
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Pixabay/Jan Amiss: "Ask The Expert" Webinar: Automated online µSPE clean-up to improve efficiency, robustness and productivity in LC- and GC-MS/MS analysis of pesticide residues

"Ask The Expert" Webinar: Automated online µSPE clean-up to improve efficiency, robustness and productivity in LC- and GC-MS/MS analysis of pesticide residues

<p><strong>Learn how to select and implement sample preparation like SPE and QuEChERS to meet the requirements of today’s environmental analysis. While considering sample prep, we will also go into detail about careful consideration needed in selection and use of all consumables in the chromatography workflow. We will present new innovations for varying applications including automation as well as optimizing your GC analysis.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Presenter: Jessica Netzer (Applications Scientist, Chromatography Columns and Consumables, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</strong></p>
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<p>Jessica loves sample preparation. She is an experienced applications scientist at Thermo Fisher Scientific where she supports customers with solutions for LC, GC, and sample prep. Jessica is an analytical chemist with over 15 years of experience in chromatography techniques, method development, and method validation in pharmaceutical and environmental laboratories.</p>
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<p><strong>Presenter: Daniela Cavagnino (Product Marketing Manager, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</strong></p>
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<p>Daniela received her Master’s degree in Chemistry at the University of Milan, Italy. She started her career in gas chromatography at Thermo Fisher Scientific, spending several years in R&amp;D working on GC technology innovation. She then conveyed her technical background into product management and marketing management roles with more than 15 years of experience promoting GC and GC-MS technology and applications in several different market segments.</p>
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Thermo Scientific - Environmental Webinar Week

Sample Prep Techniques To Improve Your Environmental Analysis

<p><strong>Quantification of trace levels of pesticides in food can be challenging. Identifying residual pesticides in complex matrices requires adequate sample workup and appropriate instrumentation.</strong></p>
<p>Agilent offers a comprehensive workflow for pesticide screening and quantitation by combining QuEChERs sample preparation and multi-platform GC/MS analysis. This presentation will cover the workflows utilizing GC/MSD for pesticide screening and quantitation, targeted pesticide screening with enhanced sensitivity and selectivity with GC/TQ, and comprehensive trace-level screening and quantitation with retrospective analysis capabilities with high-resolution accurate mass analysis using GC/Q-TOF.</p>
<p><strong>Key Learning Objectives/What attendees will learn:</strong></p>
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<li>Suspect screening and quantitation by GC/MSD</li>
<li>Targeted selective and sensitive quantitation by GC/TQ</li>
<li>Trace level screening and quantitation by GC/Q-TOF</li>
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<p><strong>Who Should Attend:</strong></p>
<p>Food scientists and chemists interested in pesticide analysis by GCMS</p>
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<p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Erinn O&#39;Neill (GCMS Applications Scientist, Agilent)</p>
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<p>Erinn O’Neill is a GCMS Pre-Sales Application Scientist for Agilent in Wilmington, Delaware. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Ph.D. in Chemistry in 2019, where she focused on identifying novel chemical structures synthesized by plant-pathogenic bacteria. Before that, she obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Drew University in New Jersey, where she studied reactions between atmospheric aerosol surrogates and trace pollutants.</p>
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Agilent: A multi-platform approach for screening and quantitating pesticide residues in food

A multi-platform approach for screening and quantitating pesticide residues in food

This presentation will cover the workflows utilizing QuEChERs sample preparation and GC/MSD for pesticide screening and quantitation.

Screening and quantitating pesticide residues in food

<p><strong>Key Learning Points:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Learn how to approach analyzing for PFAS, it is not rocket science like they made it out to be</li>
<li>Become aware of Sporadic PFAS Contamination</li>
<li>Understand how to identify false positives</li>
<li>Require all analysis quality control and samples to be analyzed in replicates to identify false positives</li>
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<p><strong>Who Should Attend:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Anyone who is new or has used Quechers and needs to have an update and an insight on Quechers method</li>
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<p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Duilio Romanello (Senior Technical Specialist, Phenomenex)</p>
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<p>Duilio Romanello graduated with his Bachelors of Science in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology from University of Bologna. Duilio then joined Phenomenex in 2008 as an Inside Technical Sales Consultant becoming Team Leader in Italy for GC/SPE in 2010 and then for the Environmental &amp; Food Team. Since 2016 he has been covering the role of  Account Manager for the South of Italy working remotely and acting as GC Specialist. Since November 2023 he is Senior Technical Specialist for the Technical team at Phenomenex.</p>
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Phenomenex: Quechers 101: Background and Updates

Quechers 101: Background and Updates

Learn how to approach analyzing for PFAS, it is not rocket science like they made it out to be

<p><strong>Key Learning Points:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Understand the benefit of using SPE than other sample preparation techniques </li>
<li>Learn the basic protocol for SPE method and separation modes</li>
<li>Dig into reverse phase SPE typical protocol, and solid phase extraction media</li>
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<p><strong>Who Should Attend:</strong></p>
<p>Anyone beginning with solid phase extraction (SPE) technique, or anyone struggling with method sensitivity</p>
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<p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Grace Guo (Senior Technical Specialist, Phenomenex)</p>
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<p>Grace Guo graduated from the Johns Hopkins University with a Master’s degree in Material Science and Engineering. She joined Phenomenex Technical Team in 2017 providing technical support globally. With more than 8 years of experience on SPE, HPLC and GC, she delivered 50+ seminars and webinars globally covering food and environmental, clinical, pharma and biopharma industry. </p>
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Phenomenex: Solid Phase Extraction Introduction and Theory

Solid Phase Extraction Introduction and Theory

Understand the benefit of using SPE than other sample preparation techniques.

<p><strong>Who Should Attend:</strong></p>
<p>Anyone new to SPE who wants to get familiar with the basics of SPE method development.<br/>Anyone who has a basic understanding of SPE and would like to learn how to improve their extractions. </p>
<p><strong>Key Learning Points:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Understand how to develop SPE methods from start to finish.</li>
<li>Receive general methods to use as starting points.</li>
<li>Learn when and how to optimize SPE methods, and discover new tips and tricks to make SPE method development easier.</li>
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<p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Koen Askamp (Technical Specialist, Phenomenex)</p>
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<p>Koen Askamp is a Technical Specialist at Phenomenex. He was awarded his BSc and MSc degrees in Molecular Life Sciences at Wageningen University in the Netherlands and joined Phenomenex in 2020 as Technical Sales Consultant. Koen became part of Phenomenex’s global technical support team in 2022 and assists laboratories in training chromatographers and developing analytical methods. </p>
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Phenomenex: Solid Phase Extraction Method Development

Solid Phase Extraction Method Development

Learn when and how to optimize SPE methods, and discover new tips and tricks to make SPE method development easier.

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