Laboratory Conferences - Materials Science Events

Real-Time Monitoring and Control of Polymer Properties
Real-time analysis of polymer properties and reaction kinetics allows scientists to control the outcome of a polymerization process. read more
Trace-Gas Analysis With Cantilever-Enhanced Photoacoustic Spectroscopy
Photoacoustic spectroscopy (PAS) is based on the conversion of optical energy to thermal energy. read more
Considerations for Diffuse Reflection Spectroscopy
Reflected light allows us to perceive the world around us. read more
HPLC 2016 Sets the Stage for the Next 50 Years
Over 1100 scientists attended HPLC 2016, held June 19–24 in San Francisco, looking for a glimpse into what the method may offer in the future, as well as to see new developments, the best of which are... read more
Exploring the Value of GPC/SEC in Polysaccharide Characterization
Examples of polysaccharides, widely used as food additives and in certain medical applications, include derivatives of cellulose and starch, such as hydroxymethyl cellulose and maltodextrin, ... read more
Comparison of Crystallization Behavior of Different-Colored Polypropylene Parts Using a Single DSC Experiment
A compositional analysis may explain the reasons for variations in processing behavior, but is time consuming and expensive. As an alternative, straightforward differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) ... read more
Statistics in the Laboratory: The Apparent Capability of an Industrial Process
It’s important to realize that information gets filtered and distorted by the inherent behavior of a measurement process. read more
Using Raman Spectroscopy for Gemstone Analysis
Raman spectroscopy is a nondestructive, extremely fast and low-cost option for gemstone analysis. read more
Particulate Analysis of Liquid Filtration Materials and Residues in Food Using FTIR Microscopy
Two sets of analyses are presented—one involving liquid filtration and the other examining particulate residues in food items—using a simple-to-operate FTIR microscope and attenuated total reflection ... read more
Product Contamination Visualization and Identification Using FTIR Microspectroscopy
The identification of surface contamination particles on products is demonstrated using a new FTIR microspectroscopy accessory. read more
Tech Intelligence: Molecular Motions
FTIR is an old technology kept current with new platforms, new methods, more advanced data-analysis algorithms, and technology combinations. read more
Best Practices for Circulating Baths When Measuring Viscosity Temperature Profiles
Best practices are given to ensure that bath performance meets the laboratory's needs for precise temperature control. read more
Tech Intelligence: Handheld X-Ray Fluorescence
The accuracy of portable X-ray fluorescence makes it a powerful tool to take to the field for chemical analysis. read more
Failure Analysis of Rubber Materials Using Pyrolysis-GC/MS
Pyrolysis GC/MS has a wide variety of applications for identifying the organic composition of unknown samples by providing detail information about the compounds present in a sample. read more
Product Highlights: Pittcon 2018
Pittcon 2018, to be held February 26 through March 1 in Orlando, Florida, is a “must-attend” event for anyone involved in the identification, analysis, or testing of the chemical or biological ... read more