A Basic Rundown of Supercritical Fluid Chromatography By: Christina Dyczewski, Executive Account Manager Over the last several years, there has been an increased interest in SFC (Supercritical Fluid Chromatography). But Continue Reading
Large vs Small Organic Molecules in Biopharmaceuticals
Biopharmaceuticals have emerged as the next-gen of therapeutic (large and small) molecules in the pharmaceutical industry Guest Author: Chad Eichman, Ph.D., Biopharmaceutical Industry Manager The pharmaceutical industry has a long-standing Continue Reading
Cold and Flu Season: What’s Hugging Got to Do With It?
Valentine’s Day is approaching, love is in the air, and recent freezing temperatures make for perfect cuddling conditions. How appropriate, then, that today—January 21—is National Hugging Day!
Emerald Conference 2017: A Chromatographer’s Perspective on Cannabis
Cannabis is a growing like a weed! The third annual Emerald Conference was held early February this year in San Diego, CA, USA and the turnout was incredible. From a Continue Reading
The Man, The Myth, The Milton: Meet our Newest Teammate!
Full-time chromatography enthusiast, analyst, and guest blogger (with devilishly good looks).
The Phenomenex Story: Part II
Richard Thomas is Chief Scientific Officer at Precision Diagnostics. Sonia Nicholas, Associate Editor at Select Science, spoke to Richard to learn more about his work and the technology that he uses in his laboratory.
Recap: SoCal Dietary Supplements Chromatography Forum
Last month, Phenomenex hosted the SoCal Dietary Supplements Chromatography Forum—an all-day assembly co-sponsored by Alkemist Laboratories and US Pharmacopeia (USP) to discuss “the need and approach to modernizing USP dietary supplement monographs,” particularly those based upon chromatography.
Best and Worst Organic Solvents to Use in LC
There are several critical characteristics to take into consideration when choosing the appropriate organic solvent to use in liquid chromatography. For example, high viscosity solvents may produce backpressures that are too high for the HPLC system used.
Beta-Glucuronidase Removal: Urine the Right Place
Whether it be for a job interview or medical diagnosis, most of us have found ourselves in the vulnerable position of peeing into a cup. And though it may feel invasive or embarrassing, urine tests are remarkably helpful to doctors, courts, and hiring managers alike.
What the HILIC is HILIC?
Hydrophilic interaction liquid chromatography (HILIC) is a chromatographic mode used mainly for the separation of polar compounds that are too hydrophilic to be retained in a reversed phase column.