Analytical Chemistry

What is Analytical Chemistry?

Analytical chemistry is a huge field within scientific research. This article gives an overview of analytical chemistry and its application within scientific research.

Analytical Chemistry in Forensic Science

Raman Spectroscopy: An Overview

What is Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)?

What is Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS)?

What is X-ray Crystallography?

Applying DART to Drug Screening

Analyzing Explosives with Mass Spectrometry

Raman Scattering Applications in Forensic Science

Utilizing Thin-Layer-Chromatography in Ink Analysis

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Monitoring Doping using Mass Spectrometry

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Infrared Spectroscopy: An Overview

Spectroscopy in Forensic Science

Aging Bruises using Spectroscopy

Detecting Drug Levels in Blood

Radioactive Particle Analysis Methods

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Applications of Spectroscopy in Agriculture

Using Spectroscopy to Identify Lipstick Traces

Applications of Portable Near-Infrared Spectroscopy

A Guide on How to Achieve Low Detection Limits in ICP-MS

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Advancements in Vibrational Spectroscopy

Fluorescence Spectroscopy: An Overview

Detecting Illicit Drug Use From your Fingerprints

Analyzing Cling Film Used in the Packaging of Illicit Drugs

Latest Analytical Chemistry News and Research

Using mass spectrometry to determine the sex of fingermarks

In this interview, AZoLifeSciences speaks to Prof. Simona Francese about her latest research into fingermarks and how, by using MALDI-MS, you can accurately determine their sex.

15 Jan 2021

New technique to detect gene doping in human plasma

All athletes wish to be at the top of their game while competing, yet some turn to corrupt strategies to achieve peak speed, agility, and muscle growth. Latest advancements in gene editing technology could lure athletes to change their DNA to gain an upper hand.

7 Jan 2021

Subspace mass spectrometry imaging method can accelerate speed of data acquisition

A new computational mass spectrometry imaging method enables researchers to achieve high mass resolution and high spatial resolution for biological samples while providing data sets exponentially faster.

11 Dec 2020

One-step polymerization method could shed more light on plastic pollution

A ground-breaking method to label and track manufactured nano-plastics could signal a paradigm shift in how we understand and care for environments, finds a new study.

11 Dec 2020

New forensic method to identify criminals from a single strand of hair

During the investigations of crime scenes, even a single strand of human hair can make a significant difference in the evolution of a trial or case.

10 Dec 2020

Within A Hair's Breadth--Forensic Identification Of Single Dyed Hair Strand Now Possible

In crime scene investigations, a single strand of hair can make a huge difference in the evolution of a case or trial.

10 Dec 2020

A Low Temperature Flow Reactor Module

The Cold Coil II™ Flow Reactor Module from Uniqsis is designed to provide a flexible, entry-level solution for low temperature flow chemistry applications.

2 Dec 2020

Could there be harmful chemicals in your household dust?

In this interview, AZoLifeSciences spoke to Dr. Atanu Sarkar to find out what potentially harmful chemicals could be lurking in your home.

27 Nov 2020

Infrared spectroscopy can trace out various modifications in protein structure

Infrared (IR) spectroscopy is a frequently used technique for the structural analysis of simple and complex molecules.

9 Nov 2020

Rapid prognosis of SARS-CoV-2 by MALDI-TOF MS

Gomila et al. recently uploaded a study to the preprint server medRxiv* (November 2020), aiming to utilize MALDI-TOF MS to analyze the sera of patients infected with SARS-CoV-2 in a range of disease severity states.

6 Nov 2020

Innovative machine learning concepts can help develop new drugs

Tandem mass spectrometry is a powerful analytical tool used to characterize complex mixtures in drug discovery and other fields.

15 Oct 2020

Developing a Trace Vapor Generator for Explosives and Narcotics

In this interview, Dr Braden Giordano speaks to AZoLifeSciences about their new trace vapor generator that detects narcotics and explosives.

11 Sep 2020

Novel method can examine dangerous levels of heavy metals in food and water

Finding out if the food and water we consume are safe from toxic and carcinogenic metals can now be much faster and simpler.

5 Aug 2020

Novel nano drug candidate kills triple negative breast cancer cells

Researchers at the University of Arkansas have developed a new nano drug candidate that kills triple negative breast cancer cells.

21 Jul 2020

MRI Scan Used For Heart Disease Could Also Pick Out Aggressive Cancers

An MRI scan used for heart disease could help assess whether children's cancers are especially aggressive and spot early signs that treatments are working.

29 Jun 2020

Function-Based Sequencing Technique Permits Analysis Of Just A Single Bacteria Cell

A function-based sequencing technique using optical tweezers and taking advantage of the properties of gravity is letting researchers analyze bacteria cells.

29 Jun 2020

New imaging techniques reveal individual transcription factor proteins in real time

A new study provides a new understanding of the mechanisms through which DNA-binding proteins look for the genome for their particular binding sites.

26 Jun 2020

cryo-EM images reveal proteins involved in brain activity

When the body continues to perform its daily biological processes neurotransmitters, regulate the level of electrical activity inside the brain.

18 Jun 2020

NJIT researchers develop new efficient method to quantify therapeutic proteins

Researchers at New Jersey Institute of Technology in collaboration with Ohio University and Merck & Co. Inc. recently developed a new efficient method for targeted protein analysis -- one they say could speed up processes for disease testing, drug discovery and vaccine development.

18 Jun 2020