In forensic toxicology, understanding what is in a sample and how much of it is there, quickly, accurately, and confidently, can make all the difference. Whether it is an overdose investigation, a sudden death case, or surveillance for emerging public health risks, laboratories are under pressure to deliver high-quality results with tighter turnaround times and broader analytical scope.That is where high-resolution, accurate-mass (HRAM) <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/products?category=134&amp;manufacturerItems=3">Orbitrap mass spectrometry</a> really shines, especially when paired with streamlined workflows and intelligent data analysis.<h3>What’s new?</h3>A recent <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/tn_002551_cl_phsa_orbitrap_forensic_tn002551_na_en_a34276b79b.pdf">Technical Note (TN-002551) </a>details a rapid LC-HRAM-Orbitrap method developed collaboratively with the B.C. Provincial Toxicology Centre for postmortem blood analysis. This workflow was designed to deliver routine screening and quantitation while also enabling retrospective data mining to identify unknown or emerging compounds in circulation.Here is what makes this approach compelling:<ul><li>High sensitivity and resolution: The Thermo Scientific Q Exactive HF hybrid quadrupole-Orbitrap system enables faster scan speeds and precise mass measurement, which boosts confidence in detecting drugs, even at low levels, in complex postmortem matrices.</li><li>Robust routine productivity: Running routine screens in approximately 12.5 minutes significantly speeds workflow throughput, which is critical as labs face growing caseloads.</li><li>Retrospective analysis: One of the biggest advantages of HRAM data is the ability to re-interrogate stored data files for novel psychoactive substances after the initial screen is complete. This capability eliminates the need to re-run samples, saving time and preserving limited sample material.</li></ul>A standout example from the technical note was the identification of bromazolam, a designer benzodiazepine that was not part of the original routine panel. Through retrospective analysis, its prevalence in postmortem cases was revealed and quantified, demonstrating the real-world value of full-scan HRAM data.<h5>Supporting broad drug panels</h5>As highlighted in a previous THC tips and tricks blog post, cannabinoids and their metabolites can be challenging when analyzed alongside other drugs of abuse. HRAM MS improves selectivity and confidence when multiple drug classes are analyzed together, making it easier to integrate THC and related compounds into comprehensive toxicology workflows.<h5>Why this matters for forensic toxicology today</h5>The opioid crisis, the continued emergence of novel psychoactive substances, and evolving public health threats demand analytical tools that are both robust and adaptable. HRAM Orbitrap LC-MS not only improves detection and quantitation across a wide range of drugs of abuse, but also enables:<ul><li>Retrospective discovery of unknown compounds</li><li>Faster delivery of actionable results to coroners and public health agencies</li><li>Improved surveillance of emerging drug trends</li></ul>As toxicology laboratories look to future-proof their operations, combining powerful instrumentation, intelligent software, and optimized workflows will be key. Methods like those described in TN-002551 demonstrate how HRAM Orbitrap mass spectrometry continues to elevate forensic toxicology workflows.<h3>Resources</h3><ul><li>Featured technical note: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/tn_002551_cl_phsa_orbitrap_forensic_tn002551_na_en_a34276b79b.pdf">Rapid, high-resolution postmortem toxicology analysis using Orbitrap mass spectrometry</a></li><li>Previous blogs in this series:<ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/article/6189">Sample Preparation Strategies for Toxicology Workflows</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/article/6587">Beyond Blood: HRAM-Powered Postmortem Toxicology at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/article/6860">Advancing Drug Analysis with VeriSpray PaperSpray Mass Spectrometry</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/article/6953">Boosting Productivity in Toxicology Labs</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/article/7190">Behind the Bench: Tips to Simultaneously Analyze THC, Its Metabolites, and Other Drugs of Abuse</a></li></ul></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/content/lifetech/global/en/home/industrial/forensics/forensic-toxicology.html">Forensic toxicology webpage</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.thermofisher.com/content/lifetech/global/en/home/industrial/mass-spectrometry/mass-spectrometer-price-affordability-programs.html">Affordability resources</a></li></ul><blockquote>Visit us on&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/72003132/admin/dashboard/">LinkedIn:</a>&nbsp;#PostmortemAnalysis #HRAMOrbitrapMS #ForensicToxicology #NPS</blockquote>

Sharper, Faster, Smarter: HRAM Orbitrap Mass Spectrometry Meets Postmortem Toxicology

We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming free online webinar on June 11, 2026 focused on one of the most pressing challenges in environmental monitoring and water quality management — PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances).As regulatory frameworks continue to evolve and compliance deadlines approach, laboratories, water utilities, and environmental professionals need robust, reliable, and cutting-edge analytical solutions to stay ahead.<blockquote>👉<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/91d97003-fe33-4dca-b80b-160d9f8a5655@485ca04e-6f74-4050-9764-cdb4bfa89c25">Registration HERE</a></blockquote><img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/ALS_analyzy_PFAS_a9e4a87fbc.jpg" alt="ALS: Advanced PFAS Analytical Services " srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/labrulez-bucket-strapi-h3hsga3/thumbnail_ALS_analyzy_PFAS_a9e4a87fbc.jpg 245w," sizes="100vw" width="600" height="336"><h4>🎤 Our Speaker</h4>The webinar will be hosted by Jana Kováčová, Ph.D., PFAS Regional Lead for Continental Europe Environmental Division, who has dedicated the last several years to the field of PFAS analysis and determination in ALS laboratories. Jana is a recognized expert in PFAS environmental analytics and will share practical insights and the latest developments in analytical strategies to help your organization achieve and maintain compliance.<h4>🎯 What You Will Learn</h4><ul><li>Latest regulatory developments and compliance requirements for PFAS in water, including EU Drinking Water Directive 2020/2184 and its implications for water suppliers and laboratories.</li><li>Regulatory updates for surface water and groundwater — what's new and what to expect next.</li><li>Overview of advanced analytical strategies for PFAS detection and quantification in water matrices and how we analyse PFAS samples.</li><li>Key analytical challenges associated with PFAS testing — from ultra-trace detection to matrix interferences and contamination control.</li><li>The critical importance of using tested sampling containers and sample preservation to ensure reliable results.</li><li>Illustrative examples of results from real-world PFAS water analyses.</li><li>How ALS can support your needs with accredited PFAS testing services.</li></ul><h4>👥 Who Should Attend</h4>This webinar is designed for our clients, professionals, laboratory and technical staff, scientists, as well as anyone with an interest in analytical chemistry who wants to better understand the occurrence of these "forever chemicals" in the environment. &nbsp;<h4>💬 Q&amp;A Session</h4>There will be a live Q&amp;A session at the end of the webinar. You are welcome to submit your questions in advance during registration or ask them live on the day.<h4>📅 Additional Webinar Info:</h4><ul><li>Platform: Microsoft Teams (online)</li><li>Time: 10:00 CEST</li><li>Language: English</li><li>Duration: approx. 45 - 60 minutes (incl. Q&amp;A) Extras: If you are unable to attend on the day, please register and we will provide you with the recording of the webinar.</li></ul><h4>🔬 About ALS Environmental</h4>ALS is a global leader in environmental testing and analytical services, providing accredited PFAS analysis to clients across Europe and beyond. Our dedicated PFAS experts help clients navigate the complex regulatory landscape with confidence.<blockquote>For further information, please contact us on: marketing.cz@alsglobal.com</blockquote>We look forward to welcoming you to this important discussion on PFAS compliance in water.

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The International Symposium on Chromatography (ISC) represents the oldest conference series focussing on separation science. ISC symposia have been organised since 1956 in each even year. ISC is internationally recognised as one of the premier meeting series for discussion of all modes of chromatography and separation science with a broad coverage of techniques and applications.

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We invite you to join a hybrid event on October 15th to explore the latest solutions and workflows for overcoming environmental and food contaminant testing challenges.This event will be broadcast live from the laboratory at Thermo Fisher Scientific Customer Solutions Center (CSC) in Paris. You can join in person at one of our many 'satellite' venues worldwide, where we will offer an extended agenda, or participate remotely through the live broadcast.During the live stream broadcast, you will meet our Customer Solution Centre specialist team and leading industry expert, John Quick, as they discuss innovative solutions to meet the ever-evolving testing demands. There will be plenty of time to ask these experts your questions.The following sessions will be streamed all over Europe and beyond:<ul><li>Detecting PFAS in drinking water to meet regulations across Europe – New automated sample preparation high-resolution MS solution to achieve parts per trillion detection limits. Aristide Ganci,&nbsp;Senior Product Application Specialist, Thermo Fisher Scientific; Valérie Thibert, Senior Product Application Specialist, Thermo Fisher Scientific; Bénédicte Gauriat, Senior Product Application Specialist, Thermo Fisher Scientific</li><li>New ready-to-go pesticide residue solution for faster, more confident results Zoe Julian, Product Marketing Specialist, Manager; Bénédicte Gauriat, Senior Product Application Specialist, Thermo Fisher Scientific; Julie Moriceau, Senior Product Application Specialist, Thermo Fisher Scientific</li><li>Low-level contaminant testing in environmental water matrices&nbsp;– High-Resolution Accurate Mass GC-MS approach to meet future regulations John Quick, Principal Scientist, ALS Environmental Ltd</li></ul>After the live stream concludes, 'satellite' locations offer a unique program onsite. Take this unique opportunity to connect with industry professionals, or join us to explore, network, and collaborate on your future projects. Scroll below to the venue of your choice to discover the individual agenda.Participation is free of charge, registration is required.For any questions about this event or regarding your registration, please email <a href="mailto:CMDEvents@thermofisher.com">CMDEvents@thermofisher.com</a>.<h3>Preliminary agenda</h3><h5>10:15 Live streaming of this event to ‘satellite’ locations and online audience</h5><h5>10:30 Introduction</h5><ul><li>Jeff Stubbs (Business Development Manager, Environment and Food Safety, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</li></ul><h5>10:55 Detecting PFAS in drinking water to meet regulations across Europe - New automated sample preparation high-resolution MS solution to achieve ppt detection limits</h5><ul><li>A Ganci, V Thibert and B Gauriat (Senior Product Application Specialists, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</li></ul><h5>11:35 Break</h5><h5>12:05 New ready-to-go pesticide residue solution for faster, more confident results</h5><ul><li>Z Julian, Product Marketing, B Gauriat, and J Moriceau (Senior Product Application Specialists Thermo Fisher Scientific)</li></ul><h5>12:45 Low-level contaminant testing in environmental water matrices – high-resolution GCMS approach to meet future regulations</h5><ul><li>John Quick (Principal Scientist, ALS Environmental Ltd)</li></ul><h5>13:15 Closing comments</h5><h5>13:30 End of live streaming</h5><div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt7" comp-id="B1"><div><div><div><div><div><div><blockquote><h3>How to attend?</h3>3 ways of attending:Customer Solution Centre (in-person event):&nbsp; Join the heart of the event at our Customer Solution Center in Paris, where the main agenda will be hosted and live-streamed worldwide to our ‘Satellite’ locations and our audience.Join a ‘Satellite’ location (in-person event):&nbsp; Our in-person ‘Satellite’ events will broadcast the main agenda live-streamed from our Customer Solution Center in Paris and supplement the day with local presentations, lab tours, or workshops. Take this opportunity to meet your Thermo Fisher representatives and industry experts from the region. Discover the individual agenda for your ‘Satellite’ location of interest.Online attendees (remote):&nbsp; Unable to travel to a ‘Satellite’ event? Not a problem! You can register to attend conveniently online from your desk or anywhere else through the live stream from our Customer Solutions Center in Paris.</blockquote></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Thermo Scientific: Solutions for environmental and food contaminant testing

Solutions for environmental and food contaminant testing

New and advancing workflows to meet and exceed European regulations.

This webinar is about single quad mass detectors. We will look at the development of single quads together and highlight the possibilities offered by today's single quads and how they support the user.The aim of the webinar is to show users how they can easily add mass-selective confirmation to their HPLC-UV methods. In other words: achieve greater security without more complexity.<blockquote>Presenter: Shaun Pritchard (Product Specialist Liquid Phase Separations, Agilent Technologies)Shaun Pritchard is a Product Specialist for separation products at Agilent Technologies covering the UK and Ireland. He started his career in 1989 working at a large Pharmaceutical company holding a number of roles, this is where he became passionate about HPLC finally in 1998 he took the leap to leave the lab and move to the commercial side of things and has had a number of roles within the industry until 2017 he joined Agilent.</blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: HPLC Beginner Webinar Series

Single Quad mass detection for Chromatographers

We will look at the development of single quads together and highlight the possibilities offered by today's single quads and how they support the user.

Nitrosamine Drug Substance-Related Impurities (NDSRI's) are a class of impurities that can form in drug substances and products. These impurities are of significant concern due to their potential carcinogenicity. Regulatory bodies, including the FDA, have established guidelines and acceptable intake limits to ensure the safety and efficacy of medications.NDSRI webinar series is a comprehensive three-part webinar series designed to provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of analytical methods and regulatory requirements. This series will cover critical topics that are essential for professionals in the field.Key learnings:<ul><li>Understanding Nitrosamine / NDSRI and their impact on drug safety.</li><li>Latest regulatory guidelines and requirements.</li><li>Navigating Nitrosamines with Agilent 21 CFR compliant mass Hunter Software.</li><li>A focus on components in chromatographic challenges, with examples of NDSRI methods.</li><li>Case studies and real-world applications.</li><li>Column and consumable selection and how it influences the analysis.</li><li>Best practice for method optimization, development, and automation.</li><li>and more</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Ms. Preeti Bharatiya (Application Engineer - LC-MS/MS, Agilent Technologies)As an Application Engineer for LC-MS/MS at Agilent India, she specializes in supporting Pharma workflows. With a background as a Pharmacist and an MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences from NIPER, she has significant experience in the pharmaceutical application area of LC-MS/MS. Her expertise lies in drug impurity analysis, specifically in Nitrosamines quantitation using UHPLC-Triple Quadrupole as a platform. She also has experience in the pre-clinical drug development phase, including pharmacokinetic and toxicokinetic studies, drug tissue distribution studies, and rapid-automated sample preparation for biological matrices.Presenter:&nbsp;Mr. Sunil B Lakhmapure (Technical Support Specialist, Agilent Technologies)Sunil holds 19 year plus experience in the analytical field with major exposure to LC/GC with Single Quad, Triple Quad and high resolution (QToF) mass spectroscopy. Started career in Pharma R&amp;D as a scientist with hands on experience on high end instruments like LC/MS, XRD &amp; NMR. Developed &amp; published application notes using Chromatographic techniques on real world samples/issues at various levels.Presenter:&nbsp;Mr. Ankush Sharma (Regional Marketing Program Manager- APAC (Pharma &amp; Biopharma), Agilent Technologies)Ankush Sharma is a seasoned professional with over 12 years of extensive experience in sales and marketing across the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sectors. His professional journey commenced with a strong educational foundation, earning a Master's degree in Biotechnology. Building upon this knowledge, he furthered his academic pursuits by obtaining a Master's in Business Administration with a specialization in Sales and Marketing, demonstrating his commitment to blending scientific understanding with strategic business acumen. For the past five years, he has been an integral part of Agilent, serving as the Regional Marketing Program Manager for the India and now Asia-Pacific (APAC) region for Pharma and Biopharma Markets.</blockquote>

Agilent: Nitrosamines & NDSRI's: Be sure with Agilent workflows

Nitrosamines & NDSRI's: Workflow readiness for Nitrosamines and NDSRI’s.

NDSRI webinar series is designed to provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of analytical methods and regulatory requirements.

Workflow readiness for Nitrosamines and NDSRI’s.

Clinical blood analysis is crucial for monitoring health and diagnosing diseases, with blood-based biomarkers playing a key role.However, current detection methods often lack sufficient coverage. Mass spectrometry-based proteomics provides a robust solution for in-depth plasma proteome analysis, but precise sample preparation is essential.This webinar will guide you on maximizing plasma proteome coverage and optimizing sample preparation, whether using plasma or serum. Dr. König and Dr. Wendt will discuss developing an optimized, automated workflow for comprehensive plasma biomarker discovery, showcasing results from two complementary techniques: LC-MS and Olink.<h4>Attend this webinar to:</h4><ul><li>Discover how to efficiently prepare blood-derived samples, including plasma and serum</li><li>Explore how to implement a fully automatable, reproducible and standardized plasma workflow with scalable throughput</li><li>Achieve comprehensive plasma proteome characterization, addressing the dynamic range challenge for deeper insights</li><li>Learn to apply LC-MS-based proteomics combined with affinity-based methods to discover novel disease biomarkers</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Dr. Ann-Christine König (Proteomics Core Facility Manager, Helmholtz Zentrum Munich) Presenter:&nbsp;Dr. Fabian Wendt (Product and Application Manager, Mass Spectrometry, Tecan)</blockquote>

Technology Networks: Unlocking the Plasma Proteome: Advanced Profiling and Biomarker Discovery

Unlocking the Plasma Proteome: Advanced Profiling and Biomarker Discovery

Maximizing plasma proteome coverage and optimizing sample preparation, whether using plasma or serum.

Unlocking the Plasma Proteome: Advanced Profiling

Join us as we introduce our path to visualize molecules from tissue at single cell resolution using DESI MS imaging, with the commercial DESI XS ionization source coupled to Xevo G3 QToF Mass Spectrometer.This webinar will explain how to easily transition to high resolution MS Imaging with a traditional entry level commercial DESI MS imaging toolkit.<h4>Learn how to:</h4><ul><li>Understand High spatial resolution MS Imaging is now accessible to all labs and applications</li><li>Access single cell DESI Imaging with the combination of DESI XS and Xevo G3 QToF</li><li>Leverage both high sensitivity and high speed of acquisition with the Xevo G3 QToF without compromising MS Imaging data quality</li><li>Utilize HDI 1.8 Imaging software for microscope mode analysis for effective use of time in MS Imaging experiments</li><li>Obtain comprehensive and detailed spatial information with limited sample preparationAdd MSI analysis into a multi-modal imaging workflow with ease</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter:&nbsp;Dr Jamie Reilly (Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Galway)Dr. Jamie Reilly is a postdoctoral researcher in NUIG Galway. Prior to joining the CELLIMAGE project, Jamie undertook his PhD in Regenerative Medicine in REMEDI, where he used bioinformatics to analyze molecular pathways in cellular and animal models of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Jamie attended Trinity College Dublin (TCD) for his undergraduate degree in Genetics, and has a Masters in Biotechnology from Queens University Belfast.Presenter:&nbsp;Dr. Mark Towers (Principal Scientist - MS Technology, Waters)Mark Towers gained his PhD from the University of Reading in Bioanalytical chemistry on the Development of applications and techniques for UV-Liquid-MALDI-MS. Mark joined Waters over 10 years ago into the Scientific operations team as a senior scientist, working on high resolution mass spectrometry and imaging.Mark’s primary area of focus has been surface analysis by desorption electrospray ionisation (DESI) with over 7 years experience and matrix assisted laser desorption ionisation for over 14 years, principally but not limited to tissue sections for the detection and distribution mapping of a wide range of molecules.Presenter: Dr. Joanne Ballantyne (Director, MS Imaging program, Waters Corporation)Joanne completed a PhD in Mass Spectrometry at UMIST in Manchester 2002, in collaboration with UK Ministry of Defence's Science and Technology Lab (Dstl). This was followed by a post-doc at NIH in Bethesda, USA, working in OMICS for the NIMH. After returning to the UK, and time as a MALDI applications chemist at Shimadzu Biotech, Joanne joined Waters Corporation in 2007 as a member of the OMICS Application team in Manchester and progressed to managing the team. Following this Joanne spent a number of years in Business Development and Field Marketing for discovery applications in the Northern European region. At the end of 2018 Joanne joined the Product Management group with responsibility for the SYNAPT and MS Imaging technologies. After gaining ILM7 accreditation in strategic leadership, Joanne is now Director of the MS Imaging program.</blockquote>

Waters Corporation: Towards Single Cell Imaging Session 1

Towards Single Cell Imaging Session 1

How to easily transition to high resolution MS Imaging with a traditional entry level commercial DESI MS imaging toolkit.

This session will provide a comprehensive introduction to the user interface, ensuring you can navigate with ease. Discover the various acquisition modes available and learn how to select the best one for your specific application.Additionally, we will explore the innovative Intelligent Reflex feature, highlighting its benefits in boosting your productivity.Whether you’re new to MassHunter or looking to refine your skills, this webinar is designed to enhance your understanding and efficiency.<blockquote>Presenter: Christian Hegmanns (Application Specialist LC/MS, Agilent Technologies, Waldbronn, Germany)Christian Hegmanns is a state-certified food chemist and works at Agilent as an LC/MS application specialist.With over 10 years of experience in the field of instrumental analysis, Christian develops customer-oriented solutions for a variety of applications with a focus on food analysis.</blockquote>

Agilent Technologies: MassHunter Masterclass Months

MassHunter Acquisition Q-TOF Part I – Basic Overview

Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the essentials of MassHunter Acquisition Q-TOF. 

This webinar will guide you through optimizing your Q-TOF for superior data quality by selecting the most suitable tune mode for your samples.We will delve into various MS acquisition modes, including MS only, All Ions (QRAI), Auto MS/MS (directed MS/MS; targeted MS/MS), and PRM mode.Learn how to fine-tune method settings to enhance your data quality and achieve the best analytical results. Whether you’re a seasoned user or new to QTOF, this session will provide valuable insights to elevate your mass spectrometry.<blockquote>Presenter: &nbsp;Stefan Schaebler (Application Specialist LC/MS, Agilent Technologies)Stefan completed his PhD in Biology, specializing in LC-MS-based lipidomics and metabolomics. Following his doctoral studies, he joined Agilent Technologies as an LC/MS Application Specialist. In this role, Stefan focuses on small molecule applications using LC-QTOF, with a strong emphasis on software tools and data interpretation.</blockquote>

MassHunter Acquisition Q-TOF Part II – Advance Settings

Join us for an in-depth exploration of advanced settings in MassHunter Acquisition for Q-TOF systems.

Novel biotherapeutics, including bispecific and multispecific antibodies (bsAb, msAb), antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), and antibody-oligonucleotide conjugates (AOCs), are revolutionizing biomedical therapies yet pose analytical challenges due to their sequence diversity, structural complexity, and susceptibility to various degradation pathways.In this presentation, Ben Niu will showcase how his team has integrated advanced techniques such as automation and machine learning to achieve unprecedented mass spectrometry-focused sample handling capabilities and rapid turnover rates. These approaches deliver unmatched depth and breadth in understanding diverse molecular modalities within a condensed timeline.Who should attend?Scientists who develop novel biotherapeuticsWhat You Will Learn?Overcoming analytical challenges relating to the development of novel biotherapeutics, via utilization of automation and machine learning to achieve unprecedented mass spectrometry-focused sample handling capabilities and rapid turnover rates.<blockquote>Presenter: Ben Niu, PhD (Principal Scientist, Discovery Biotherapeutics, Bristol Myers Squibb)Ben Niu is a Principal Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS), leading a pioneering mass spectrometry team within the Discovery Biotherapeutics department. With over seven years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, Ben specializes in analytical characterization, particularly in mass spectrometry techniques, driving critical insights for drug development. He champions the integration of automation and machine learning to revolutionize analytical workflows.Presenter: Dr. Kelly Broster (Sr Manager, Market Development &amp; Collaborations, Pharma Biopharma, Thermo Fisher Scientific)</blockquote>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: High-throughput and automation in novel modalities (msAbs, ADCs, AOCs) screening, characterization, and beyond

High-throughput and automation in novel modalities (msAbs, ADCs, AOCs) screening, characterization, and beyond

Integrated advanced techniques to achieve unprecedented mass spectrometry-focused sample handling capabilities and rapid turnover rates

Automation in novel modalities (msAbs, ADCs, AOCs) screening

Measurement of FT4 and FT3 is typically performed by immunoassay, however these can be prone to suffer from interferences and a lack of selectivity. Currently, the accepted gold standard for the measurement of FT4 and FT3 is using equilibrium dialysis (ED) and combined with the use of LC-MS/MS can overcome the issues with immunoassay in the measurement of FT4 and FT3. However, the equilibrium dialysis procedure can be quite time consuming and often being performed overnight.Here, we describe a simple clinical research method to perform ED using a commercially available device followed by sample preparation by solid phase extraction (SPE) and UPLC-MS/MS analysis using the Waters™ ACQUITY™ UPLC and analytically sensitive Xevo™ TQ Absolute Mass Spectrometer for clinical research. Data analysis and review has been simplified with the use of the waters_connect™ with QUAN Review Software. This has allowed for the complete workflow including equilibrium dialysis to be performed within a typical working day.Simplified Equilibrium Dialysis for the UPLC-MS/MS Analysis of Free Testosterone (FT) for Clinical ResearchHistorically, the measurement of free testosterone in human serum has presented a challenge for laboratory scientists, with such a large portion bound and the complexity and time involved in “gold standard” equilibrium dialysis. With a simple, fast, workflow combined with the analytical sensitivity afforded by the Waters Xevo™ TQ Absolute Mass Spectrometer, a newly developed, precise, accurate and selective clinical research method will be presented.<blockquote>Presenter: Robert Wardle (Senior Clinical Scientist, Waters Corporation)Robert Wardle is currently a Senior Scientist employed at Waters Corporation in Wilmslow, UK, performing research and development of applications and products for Clinical Research. His primary area of research is vitamins and in particular vitamin D metabolites, steroid hormones and in-depth knowledge of offline and online automation.Robert joined Waters in 2010 as a Clinical Validation Scientist, playing a key role in verification activities for the MassTrak XE Immunosuppressants kit available in the EU. He moved into his current role as a Senior Scientist in 2013, where he developed clinical research methods for a range of applications including vitamin D metabolites, estrogens, a large panel of steroid hormones and more recently this application on free T4 and free T3.Presenter: Stephen Balloch (Senior Clinical Scientist, Waters Corporation)Stephen Balloch graduated from the University of York (UK) with a Master’s degree in Chemistry, which included a strong focus on analytical chemistry. Subsequently he worked as a laboratory scientist in a GLP compliant research facility, progressing to Study Director. And, since 2010, he has been part of the clinical team at Waters (Wilmslow, UK). His principal focus has been on the development and validation of bioanalytical methods according to CLSI guidelines, with a focus on therapeutic drug monitoring. Additionally, he has supported newborn screening, vitamin and steroid analysis, including this clinical research method for free testosterone</blockquote>

Free Testosterone and Free T3/T4

Simplified Equilibrium Dialysis and SPE Method for the UPLC™-MS/MS Analysis of Free Thyroxine (FT4) and Triiodothyronine (FT3) for Clinical Research.

Host cell proteins (HCPs) are proteins that are produced by the host cells used in the production of biopharmaceuticals. These proteins can be impurities in the final product and due to their potential to adversely impact product safety and efficacy, HCP levels must be monitored and controlled in drug products and are strictly regulated.By employing advanced analytical techniques, biopharmaceutical companies can effectively monitor and control HCP levels, ensuring the production of safe and effective therapeutic products. Join us in this unique webinar where experts from Industry, pharmacopeia and Agilent will share insights on latest advancements on HCP analysis.Key learnings:<ul><li>Best practices for sample preparation, MS data acquisition, data analysis and reporting</li><li>Orthogonality of MS and traditional methods</li><li>USP approach for HCP reference materials to support identification and quantitation of HCPs</li><li>New advancements in detection and sensitivity</li><li>Process and analytical controls for host cell impurities</li><li>LC/MS based HCP identification approaches</li><li>Mandates on host specific HCP assays</li><li>and more</li></ul><blockquote>Presenter: Dr. Annu Uppal (Director - Scientific Affairs &amp; Strategy, U.S. Pharmacopeia - India)Annu Uppal, in her role as Director, Scientific Affairs and Strategy, leads a team of scientists across five regions—North America, EMEA, South Asia, Greater China, and LATAM—to drive and support USPs scientific priorities. Annu leads pivotal initiatives such as USP's Science &amp; Quality Framework and Knowledge Hubs for Multi-Attribute Methods, highlighting her dedication to advancing standards and scientific progress.Annu's areas of expertise include glycosylation analysis, MAM, native mode, and host cell protein analysis. She holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Aligarh Muslim University, India and has authored numerous peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters. Annu also serves as faculty for the USP biologics education program on method development and validation.Presenter: Dr. Amarnath Chatterjee (Director and Head Analytical Sciences Biosimilars, Cipla Limited)Dr. Amarnath is a Biophysicist with more than two decades of experience working with peptides and proteins. Post PhD at the prestigious Tata Institute of Fundamental research, Mumbai, he worked at the Scripps Research Institute California, USA in the laboratory of Nobel Laureate Prof. Kurt Wuthrich. He has substantial experience in the regulatory role of Biophysics in the Biopharma industry.Dr. Amarnath leads the biologics development technical operations, providing expert advice on analytical workflows for quality control and characterization of client projects. He strategizes and supports the generation and analysis of physicochemical data under CMC, utilizing various spectrometric and spectroscopic methodologies for product release, regulatory submissions, and process developmentPresenter:&nbsp;Dr. Ashish Pargaonkar (Biopharma Workflow Commercialization Lead, Agilent Technologies)Dr. Ashish Pargaonkar is a Lead for Biopharma Workflow Commercialization team for India and also Manager for Centre of Excellences at Bangalore. A Microbiologist by education with a Ph.D, he holds more than 20 years of experience for Biopharma market applications on Hi Resolution Mass Spectrometry.He has a long record of successful demonstrations and customer engagements on workflows for CQA’s, Intact mass, peptide mapping, HCP and Glycans using Agilent state-of-the art solutions. He has authored ASMS posters on media components and therapeutic peptides. Dr. Ashish has been invited speaker at several conferences and workshops at Biosimilar Congress, ADC 2018, IIT (Mumbai, Delhi), ICT (Mumbai), PSI events.</blockquote>

Agilent: Advancements in Host Cell Protein Analysis

Advancements in Host Cell Protein Analysis

Experts from Industry, pharmacopeia and Agilent will share insights on latest advancements on HCP analysis.

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