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Prison pen pals: UPLC-MS maps drug distribution on paper
Researchers have developed a novel UPLC-MS method to quantify the synthetic cannabinoid 5F-MDMB-PINACA in paper, and used it map the concentration of the drug on a seized prison letter.

Burning questions: Analyzing ash with ion chromatography
Swedish researchers used various analytical techniques, including ion chromatography, to study the ash produced when agricultural materials are burnt for energy generation.

Differential expression of hard tissue proteins in hypomineralized second primary molars in comparison to normal teeth
Journal Highlight: Researchers from India and Nepal used gel electrophoresis to analyze the proteins in hypomineralized second primary molars and compare them with the proteins in normal teeth.

Accurate molar mass estimation of polyolefin blends using high temperature-size exclusion chromatography with triple detection
Journal Highlight: Researchers from Saudi Arabia used size exclusion chromatography with three different detectors to analyze blends of polypropylene and polyethylene.

Development and validation of a new micro-solid-phase extraction cartridge based on MIL-101(Cr) in the determination of multiclass pesticides in fruit juice samples
Journal Highlight: Iranian researchers mixed a metal–organic framework with a porous Teflon–fluorocarbon resin to create a novel sorbent material for extracting pesticides from fruit juice.

Pinpointing provenance of chemical threats with metabolomics-inspired method
A new metabolomics-inspired impurity profiling method combines UHPLC-TIMS-QToF and chemometric analysis to determine the synthetic origin of chemical threat agents, which should help support forensic investigations.

Frequency domain analysis for multivariate chromatographic data
A novel approach using frequency domain analysis has been proposed to address the inherent limitations of traditional peak tables in chromatographic data analysis.

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Temple University graduate wins 2025 Young Chemist Award for PFAS research
Ms. Elham Akbari is Metrohm USA's 2025 Young Chemist Award winner for her groundbreaking research on the thermal treatment of PFAS.

Tiny samples, big insights: In-depth proteomics using just 1,000 cells from inflamed tissue
Neutrophil proteins offer key insights into immune responses, inflammation, and disease progression, but their scarcity in inflamed tissues makes analysis challenging. Researchers have now developed a novel MS-based method that requires only 1,000 neutrophils, enabling precise analysis in localized inflammation.

New insights into pancreatic cancer and immune interactions: A path to better treatments
Scientists at the University Medical Center Göttingen have uncovered new interactions between pancreatic cancer cells and the immune system, providing crucial insights that could drive the development of innovative therapies for one of the deadliest forms of cancer.

Solving the AFM-IR resolution mystery for better molecular imaging
Researchers at TU Wien have developed a reliable method to predict the resolution of atomic force microscopy-infrared spectroscopy (AFM-IR), a technique used to identify molecules like proteins within cells. This breakthrough enhances the accuracy of experiments and enables highly precise 3D imaging at the nanometer scale.

Uncovering the secrets of bacterial gene expression
Researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital integrated volumetric expansion with image-based transcriptomics to gain insights into bacterial gene expression, precisely mapping the genes bacteria activate across various spatial environments for the first time.

A key discovery for beating high cholesterol with fewer side effects
New study reveals the precise structure of ApoB100, a key protein that encases low-density lipoproteins (LDL) particles and facilitates their movement through the bloodstream. This discovery could lead to the development of targeted drugs for high cholesterol and heart disease, offering more precise treatments with fewer side effects than statin drugs.

Evident DSX2000 digital microscope: Advancing research precision
The DSX2000 fully motorized digital microscope by Evident is designed to enhance precision and streamline workflows in various research applications. This advanced system integrates imaging, measurement, analysis, and reporting into a single, user-friendly platform, making it an invaluable tool for researchers.
