“AI Holds Transformative Potential in Chromatography”
May 30, 2025
Martina Catani is optimistic about the future of HPLC – and excited about AI’s potential to accelerate method development and enhance precision
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Analytical Science Under Siege
May 20, 2025
By Henry Thomas
The US government’s recent cost-cutting measures have created a tidal wave of uncertainty for scientists of all stripes. But, in the face of adversity, perhaps comes an opportunity for the analytical community to dig in and collaborate.
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Nanotech Titan: Part Two
Mar 31, 2025
9 min read
The toughest peer review? A group of investors around a table, says Chad Mirkin, who talks commercialization lessons learned and major discoveries: spherical nucleic acids and dip-pen nanolithography.
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The Diminishing of American Science
Mar 21, 2025
4 min read
If the proposed cuts to facilities and administration costs go ahead, US laboratories will have less money to pay staff, conduct research, and collaborate – and American science will be greatly diminished – says John Yates
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Science Under Siege
Feb 27, 2025
6 min read
Life in the lab goes on for Anastasia Mosendz, an analytical chemistry PhD student in Kyiv, amid alarms, trips to the shelter, and power outages
Trends & Challenges
Deep dives into the trends shaping analytical science today – and the challenges that lie ahead
Don’t Discount Another Particle Technology Revolution
May 23, 2025
By James Strachan
Despite academic research into HPLC technology slowing down, the fact is, we haven’t hit the fundamental limits, says Gert Desmet
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Pharma & Biopharma
HPLC: Meeting the Biopharmaceutical Challenge
May 13, 2025
7 min read
Fabrice Gritti argues while HPLC principles are based in physics, innovation thrives through system hyphenation and expansion – as seen in cell and gene therapies
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Precision Medicine 2050: With Mike Snyder
May 16, 2025
15 min read
Continuous tracking, frequent finger-prick tests, and molecular profiling will offer a comprehensive view of health over time. Welcome to the future of healthcare
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Omics
Looking Back, Moving Forward: Ron Heeren
Mar 03, 2025
13 min read
Ron Heeren shares his perspectives on the current landscape of analytical science, addressing progress in spatial biology, the “resolution revolution”, and how interdisciplinary scientists must be supported by policy to enable further progress.
Innovation
The technologies, lessons, and stories defining innovation in analytical science
Innovation Lessons Learned: With Lloyd Smith
Jan 13, 2025
By Lloyd Smith, James Strachan
As a postdoc, Lloyd Smith invented the first automated DNA sequencer – used for sequencing the human genome. Later, he founded a company, Third Wave Technologies, which successfully commercialized molecular diagnostic products. More recently, Smith coined the word "proteoform," which has been wholeheartedly embraced by the proteomics community. So you could say he knows a thing or two about innovation...
11 min read
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The Philosophy – and Psychology – of Product Development
Mar 14, 2025
8 min read
In a new series highlighting industry’s often unsung heroes, Anne Marie Smith, Product Manager at ACD/Labs, discusses systems thinking, addressing unspoken challenges, and identifying the "empty fridge"
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The XCMS-METLIN Story
Jan 08, 2025
7 min read
Gary Siuzdak’s team at Scripps Research did more than just process LC/MS data – they mastered the art of distinguishing signal from noise, uncovering molecular identities hidden in the clutter of raw data
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The Sweet Science of Product Development
Feb 28, 2025
6 min read
Looking for a role that blends science with business? Consider product development – and a startup – says BrightSpec’s Colin Merrifield, who shares his career and innovation lessons learned.
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Spectroscopy Roundup: Infrared Contact Lenses Enable Night Vision
May 28, 2025
From bio-safe nanolithography to infrared-enabled night vision, spectroscopy continues to illuminate the unknown
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“GPS NMR” Tracks Motion of Drug Targets in Real Time
May 27, 2025
Dynamic mapping of G protein-coupled receptor bridges gap between static structures and real-time function
2 min read
Proteomics Pinpoints Drug Target in Rare Pediatric Tumor
May 26, 2025
By James Strachan
Study demonstrates the ability of proteomics to inform real-time, personalized treatment decisions
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Don’t Discount Another Particle Technology Revolution
May 23, 2025
By James Strachan
Despite academic research into HPLC technology slowing down, the fact is, we haven’t hit the fundamental limits, says Gert Desmet
0 min read
This Week’s Mass Spec News
May 23, 2025
By Henry Thomas
Glycosome protein discoveries; organic pollutants in sea sand; and a dream of californication…
2 min read
Smart Floss Monitors Stress in Real Time via Salivary Cortisol
May 22, 2025
By James Strachan
Microfluidic floss sensor quantifies cortisol via electropolymerized molecular imprinting
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Glycosome Protein Discovery Identifies New Target for Antiparasitic Treatments
May 22, 2025
By Henry Thomas
Subcellular proteomics uncovers TbPEX15, a unique membrane protein that may help combat Chagas, leishmaniasis, and other neglected diseases
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Athletes: US Meat Cleared – But Watch Who You Kiss
May 21, 2025
By James Strachan
Study finds US meat unlikely to cause positive tests, as anti-doping experts warn elite athletes to avoid one-night stands
4 min read
Analytical Science Under Siege
May 20, 2025
By Henry Thomas
The US government’s recent cost-cutting measures have created a tidal wave of uncertainty for scientists of all stripes. But, in the face of adversity, perhaps comes an opportunity for the analytical community to dig in and collaborate.
0 min read
Analysis and Characterization of GLP-1 Peptides
May 19, 2025
By Stephanie Vine
We ask an expert about the best practices for working with these complicated therapies
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