The Power of Algorithms in Analytical Chemistry
AI can tackle big data and accelerate numerous applications in analytical chemistry
INSIGHTS
The History of Medical Cannabis
Exploring cannabis as a medicine from its ancient origins to present day
Brain in a Dish Creates New Possibilities for Neuroscience Research
While not quite miniature human brains, organoids enable scientists to study the developing brain
Flow Cytometry and the Sheath Fluid You Use
Choosing the correct sheath fluid solution is an important decision for those responsible for the optimal performance of their lab’s instrumentation
Genetic Testing is Key for Successful Cannabis Engineering, Production, and Purchasing
Scientists are getting closer than ever to linking genotype and phenotype—with significant implications for the industry
Current and Upcoming SARS-CoV-2 Diagnostic Tests: Everything You Need to Know
A variety of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) diagnostic tests now exist, and a LIMS can help manage testing, reports, and patient information
Identifying Food Fraud with Analytical Testing
Olive oil is an ingredient at high risk for food fraud, necessitating analytical testing to protect consumers
Feathers Provide Insight into Contamination
Using analytical chemistry techniques to analyze feathers, scientists gain a better understanding of environmental contamination
Biopharmaceutical Glycan Profiling
Characterizing and profiling glycans is essential for safety and consistency
Are You Storing Your Cells Properly?
Highlighting the general principles of cryo-preservation
MALDI-MSI in Pharmaceutical R&D
MALDI-MSI is becoming more widely adopted in pharmaceutical research and development
Skills Shortage: Could the Pharmaceutical Industry Be in Trouble?
There is a growing talent gap as the skills of the pharma workforce have not yet aligned with the new world of biopharma manufacturing
Preventing Cell Culture Contamination
Contamination has serious consequences, and prevention is essential for successful outcomes
Changes on the Horizon for Nutrition Facts Labels
New rules take effect in 2020, and manufacturers can turn to analytical food labs for accurate sample analyses
NDMA Testing Methods
Ranitidine (Zantac) recall brings into question the analytical methods used to detect NDMA
Health Risks Associated with N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA)
Detection of NDMA in ranitidine drugs (Zantac) led to a recent recall. While the carcinogenic effects in humans are not conclusive, NDMA is considered a probable human carcinogen
Using Nanomaterials for Environmental Remediation
Nanomaterials may be an effective alternative to more widely used, but costly and time-consuming methods
Elucidating Novel Crystalline Structures with Electron and NMR Crystallography
Analytical techniques such as NMR crystallography could be leveraged to discover other unknown crystal forms that traditional diffraction techniques have so far failed to illuminate
Southern vs Northern vs Western Blotting Techniques
Selection of the appropriate blotting method depends on the target molecule of interest
THC vs CBD: Uses, Side Effects, and Structure
Cannabis contains both THC and CBD, but despite sharing similar structure, these cannabinoids exert different physiological effects