LCGC Europe

2 days ago | chromatographyonline.com | Nicholas Snow

Major vendors like Agilent and PerkinElmer returned to Pittcon, highlighting trends in automation, remote control, and green chemistry in GC instruments. Benchtop gas chromatographs now prioritize ease of use, compact size, and integrated diagnostics over raw performance differences. Attending conferences and engaging with professional groups remains vital for staying current and supporting the broader scientific community.

3 days ago | chromatographyonline.com | Kate Jones

This roundtable discussion sets out to explore ongoing challenges for women in science, including underrepresentation in leadership roles and unconscious bias, explores ways to enhance gender inclusivity, and hears invaluable career insights. In this part of the discussion, the panelists share influential advice from their careers.

4 days ago | chromatographyonline.com | Caroline Hroncich

Thermo Fisher Scientific unveiled two new mass spectrometers, the Orbitrap Astral Zoom and Orbitrap Excedion Pro, designed to enhance research capabilities in proteomics, biopharmaceutical development, and complex disease biology. The company emphasized its $1.3 billion annual investment in R&D, focusing on building integrated workflows and software solutions like Chromeleon to support diverse scientific applications.

4 days ago | chromatographyonline.com | Caroline Hroncich

Jack Henion is the winner of the John B. Fenn Award for a Distinguished Contribution in Mass Spectrometry. Henion is widely recognized for pioneering work in LC–MS, particularly for advancing the use of atmospheric pressure ionization (API) sources. During his award lecture at the ASMS conference in Baltimore, Maryland, he highlighted the importance of collaboration in advancing LC–MS technology.

5 days ago | chromatographyonline.com | Kate Jones

The Grass Roots initiative was created in response to the limited academic instruction in chromatography within UK university chemistry programs. The event offers hands-on, real-world training in chromatography and mass spectrometry, targeting early-career researchers and professionals. Held annually, the event blends technical education with outdoor activities and social networking.