Building a Lab That Actually Works (A Practical Guide for Real Facilities)
I’ve visited a lot of laboratories over the years. Some run like clockwork. Others feel chaotic. The difference usually isn’t the equipment—it’s the planning. Setting up or upgrading a laboratory is one of those decisions that seems straightforward until you’re actually in the middle of it. Suddenly you’re balancing a hundred competing priorities. Budget constraints. […]
Common Mistakes in GC-UV Sample Preparation—and How to Avoid Them
Gas chromatography with ultraviolet detection (GC-UV) is often praised for its reliability and sensitivity, but ask anyone who’s worked at the bench and they’ll tell you: the instrument itself is rarely the problem. More often, it’s what happens before the sample even enters the column. Small oversights in sample preparation—things as simple as a pipette […]
Behind Every Great Discovery Is Reliable Equipment
In the scientific world, reproducibility and accuracy are key to progress. One factor often overlooked until something goes wrong is the lab instruments that function perfectly every day. From biotech startups to large pharmaceutical companies, labs depend on a range of sensitive, high-value instruments like incubators, spectrophotometers, shakers, and PCR machines. But what happens when […]
Carcinogenic Substances Found in Swedish Snus
A recent recall of Granit Original White Portion Large, a snus product by British American Tobacco Sweden, highlights the critical role of laboratory testing in safeguarding consumer health. The recall, prompted by elevated levels of benzo[a]pyrene, a known carcinogen, underscores how rigorous analysis can detect risks before they escalate. Benzo[a]pyrene, a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon, forms […]
The Importance of Intra-Particle Diffusion in Liquid Chromatography
Liquid chromatography (LC) has become an indispensable analytical technique, with high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) dominating due to its precision and efficiency. A crucial yet often overlooked factor influencing its performance is intra-particle diffusion. Understanding this phenomenon is essential for optimizing chromatographic separations and achieving accurate results. The Role of Porous Particles in Chromatography Modern HPLC […]
Exhibiting the gas analyzer at the ongoing Tetfund maiden trade fair.
The Ministers of Education and Budget and Planning, along with directors of various parastatals, were visibly impressed during the presentation and live demonstration of the INSCAN Gas Analyzer by Dr. Fred Otuu (University of Nigeria | UNN · Department of Pharmaceutics Ph.D (Chemical Pathology) FNISLT) . This sophisticated device is designed to detect and analyze harmful gases, serving […]
Understanding Lignin in Analytical Chemistry
As industries shift toward sustainable materials, lignin—a complex and renewable biopolymer derived from wood—is gaining attention in fields like analytical chemistry. In-depth analysis of lignin is essential for companies interested in integrating it into products like wood-plastic composites. However, due to lignin’s structural complexity, advanced analytical methods are necessary to unlock its full potential. One […]
Supercritical Fluid Chromatography (SFC): A Powerful analytical Food Analysis Technique
Supercritical Fluid Chromatography (SFC) has gained prominence as a valuable analytical technique in food analysis, providing numerous benefits that enhance accuracy, speed, and depth of results. SFC integrates elements of liquid chromatography (LC) and gas chromatography (GC), using a supercritical fluid—commonly carbon dioxide—as the mobile phase. This fluid exists in a state where it displays […]
Guide: PFAS – Alarming Revelations for Fish Consumers in Sweden
In recent years, concerns have been raised regarding the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Swedish food, particularly fish. The detection of these environmental pollutants in fish has sparked worries among consumers and health authorities alike. In this blog post, we will explore the alarming findings and shed light on the implications of […]
Tackling Contamination in Food Packaging Cartons
Safeguarding Product Quality and Consumer Safety through Gas Chromatography Food packaging plays a critical role in preserving the freshness, quality, and safety of products. However, contamination in packaging materials, particularly cartons, can pose significant risks to both product integrity and consumer health. Detecting and monitoring contaminants such as mineral oils and bisphenols is crucial to […]