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March 17, 2016
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Column Selection for HPLC Method Development
Are we making the most of the ToolKit method development platforms approach? The toolkit approach should provide a highly efficient and wide ranging exploration of the separation possibilities for the application under investigation, in particular the selectivity, which will drive the separation under development.
Looking to Eliminate Problems Associated with Sample Preparation?
Although automating analytical techniques has become status quo, sample preparation is still considered to be the bottleneck of the laboratories processes. Learn how automation can reduce labor and time, increase recoveries and produce consistent, reproducible results. If this and cutting sample preparation costs is important to your laboratory review the new From Sample to Vial Automated Sample Prep Solutions Notebook.
The HPLC 2016 Previews—Trends In Separation Science

Why Effective HPLC Separations Are Critical for the Analysis of High-Complexity Systems
In proteomics studies, proteins are digested into hundreds of thousands of peptides, thus creating very large and complicated mixtures. Simultaneous electrospray ionization of these complex mixtures, however, results in suppression of ion formation. Therefore, it is essential to have effective chromatographic methods to separate the peptides before analysis with mass spectrometry, to relieve ion suppression and to allow the mass spectrometer sufficient time to collect tandem mass spectra of peptide ions. The challenges involved in developing such separations are great, however.

This is the first of a series of articles exploring topics that will be addressed at the HPLC 2016 conference in San Francisco, from June 19 to 24.
Efficiency is seamless method transfer
Retire your legacy instruments without retiring your validated methods! Make a smooth transition to maximum lab efficiency using the Agilent 1290 Infinity II LC with Intelligent System Emulation Technology (ISET). Get the facts
LCGC TV

The Funding Environment in Europe Compared to the US
Changes in the focus of US funding agencies have made life harder for many separation scientists. Apryll Stalcup of the Irish Separation Science Cluster discusses the differences between research funding in Europe and the US, and the variety of mechanisms and incentives in Europe that foster the separation sciences.
Modulated Charge iHILIC® Metabolomics Columns
New! Modulated Charge iHILIC® FUSION columns yield >2000 metabolite IDs in a durable format. Try our Fusion columns and SPE cartridges for unique selectivity, today! Available with 1.8, 3.5, and 5µm silica particles or in a 5µm polymeric particle format. The Nest Group, Inc. - “Not Just Columns … Answers!” Learn more

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What problems have you faced with gradient methods? And how about isocratic methods? Which one is the biggest? Please share your experiences by taking this quick, three-question poll. The results will appear in an upcoming issue of LCGC magazine.
Application Note
Comparison of SPE vs. SLE for the Quantitative Analysis of Anabolic Steroids in Serum Using LC-MS/MS
UCT’s approach for the analysis of anabolic steroids from serum utilizes a traditional reversed phase interaction, but also features the addition of strong-anion exchange functionality (QAX) within the sorbent. This added functionality aids in the removal of unwanted matrix components commonly found in serum such as amino acids and inorganic ions. To prove the effectiveness of this approach, a comparison study was conducted using UCT’s recommended sorbent for steroid analysis (C8 + QAX) versus a traditional SLE, diatomaceous earth sorbent. Learn more
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High Pressure UHPLC Tubing Easy Method Transfer
IDEX Health and Science offers a line of robust high-pressure tubing - designed specifically for use in high-pressure and very high-pressure applications such as UHPLC. Explore UHPLC tubing! TSKgel UP-SW3000, 2 µm SEC columns are designed for the analysis of monoclonal antibodies and other biopharma products. They are compatible with both HPLC and UHPLC systems for ease of method transfer. Learn more
Parker UHPLC columns speed at highest performance
Parker hydrogen generators are designed to replace high pressure cylinders. Gas generators from Parker provide consistently high purity gas at safe, low pressures. Most Parker hydrogen generators have a payback period of less than two years. Learn more Using UHPLC methods with short columns, narrow inner diameters and small particles sizes, it is possible to speed up analyses up to ten-fold. Purospher® STAR RP-18 endcapped UHPLC columns packed with 2 µm silica sorbent can decrease separation time by a factor of 10 and reduce solvent consumption by up to 90%. They are therefore ideal for ultra-fast applications such as high-throughput screening and QC analyses, process monitoring and method development. Learn more
CXT750 Automated Frozen Sample Aliquotter Jasco
Extracts multiple frozen cores, maintaining parent sample and frozen aliquots at -80°C. Eliminates freeze-thaw cycles. Preserves sample integrity, enabling LC/MS-MS analysis of labile compounds and improving accuracy of quantitative bioanalysis. Learn more The new LC-4000 series does HPLC your way. Available in three customizable configurations that adapt to your lab's requirements, the LC-4000 series allows you to take advantage of a wide variety of column technologies.
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New Webcasts
Biopharma CE Method Compliance in a Global Market
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
8:00 am PDT | 11:00 am EDT | 3:00 pm GMT | 4:00 pm CET

Data Integrity for Your Laboratory Computerized Systems
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
10:00–11:00 am EDT

A Deeper Look into the Life of a Dioxins and POPs Lab: Tips from the Experts
Thursday, March 31, 2016
8 am PDT/ 11 am EDT/ 4 pm BST/ 5 pm CEST

Derivatization-Free Analysis of Simple Sugars in Food and Beverage Using HPAE-PAD
Friday, April 1, 2016
8 am PDT/ 11 am EDT/ 4 pm BST/ 5 pm CEST

Reporting on Chromatographic Data Doesn't Have to be Painful
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
8 am PDT/ 10 am CDT/11 am EDT/4 pm BST/ 5 pm CEST

 
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