Air quality and pollution have been a concern for many years. In the 1970s and ‘80s, it was discovered that the ozone layer above Antarctica was thinning, and it brought air Continue Reading
Are PFAS Lurking in Your Food Containers?
With the significant increase in packaging for food delivery and take out, especially during and after the pandemic, one-time-use plastic packaging materials became widely used by merchants due to their Continue Reading
Modern Developments in HPLC in the Past Decade
The history of chromatography dates back to the early 1900s, when it was developed as an analytical tool by Russian-Italian botanist Mikhail Tsvet. Chromatography is so effective that it is Continue Reading
Different Types of HPLC Detectors
An important part of any HPLC system is the detector. The HPLC detector is designed to be able to identify and quantify the individual components of the sample as it Continue Reading
5 Fun and Easy Activities to Do This Fall
With the kids home from school during the Fall holiday, now is a great time to bond with your little ones (or adults after some drinks) over some fun activities. Continue Reading
Extracting Nitrosamines and 1-4 Dioxane: The Answers to Sample Prep Challenges for a Robust Analysis by GC
Nitrosamines and 1-4 dioxanes are compounds classes notorious both for their carcinogenic potential and for their widespread pollution throughout the environment. From air, to water, to food—they pose a concerning Continue Reading
Mobile Phase Preparation Tips & Tricks
The mobile phase used in HPLC has a profound effect on the separation of the sample by directly affecting the retention and differential migration of the components in the sample. Continue Reading
Common Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in HPLC
In any laboratory, there are good laboratory practices (GLP) that must be followed to ensure that the work that is done in the lab is done safely and accurately. This Continue Reading
Top 5 FAQ’s About Chiral Columns
Choosing the right chiral column for your method development is exceptionally important. But where should you start? And what about all your other questions surrounding chirality? No need to worry! Continue Reading
Common HPLC Applications
High performance liquid chromatography, or HPLC, is a method used to separate out the compounds in a chemical mixture. It is a versatile method of analysis that has a number Continue Reading