LC-MS Metabolomics and Next-Generation Ionization Technologies

An Analyte-Specific LC-IMS-HRMS Framework for Enhanced Identification Confidence in Target Screening of Contaminants in Complex Matrices

<p><strong>In the week of August 17, the following webinars await you in the field of liquid phase and especially HPLC and LC/MS.</strong></p><blockquote><h4><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/webinars"><strong>👉 DETAILS AND REGISTRATION IN THE WEBINARS SECTION</strong></a></h4><p><strong>👉 Search and filter in the largest global database</strong> with over <strong>5 500 GC, LC, MS and spectroscopy webinars</strong>.</p></blockquote><h5><strong>1. Unchained Labs: Make your LNP formulation workflow shine with Sunscreen</strong></h5><ul><li>Tu, 18.8.2026 17:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/webinar/6444">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn how to accelerate LNP formulation to 3–4 minutes per sample using just 400 µL. Discover how hands-free automation and reusable mixers improve workflow efficiency.</p><h5><strong>2. Phenomenex: GLP-1: Assay to Aggregates</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 19.8.2026 10:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/webinar/6436">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Master GLP-1 peptide analysis using complementary RP-HPLC and SEC workflows for assay, related substance profiling, degradation tracking, and aggregate assessment.</p><h5><strong>3. Waters Corporation: Reduce QC Release Risk with Molecule Specific Analytics: QC Ready MALS in Empower™ CDS</strong></h5><ul><li>We, 19.8.2026 17:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/webinar/6356">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Learn how integrating MALS with Empower CDS automates molecule-specific metrics and helps reduce risk in routine biopharma lot-release workflows.</p><h5><strong>4. Thermo Fisher Scientific: Future-Proofing Emerging Contaminants in Food Analysis</strong></h5><ul><li>Th, 20.8.2026 08:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/webinar/6445">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Prepare your lab for evolving PFAS regulations in food contact materials and seafood. Explore advanced HRMS data workflows and insights from industry experts.</p><h5><strong>5. Separation Science: Analysis of Bicycle® Molecules: Novel Medium Molecules</strong></h5><ul><li>Th, 20.8.2026 16:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/webinar/6408">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Gain an understanding of effective separation strategies for Bicycle® molecules and their impurities across multiple chromatographic modes.</p><h5><strong>6. Evosep Biosystems: Perspective from Industry: Deep Visual Proteomics and Quantitative Assays</strong></h5><ul><li>Th, 20.8.2026 16:00 CEST</li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://lcms.labrulez.com/webinar/6357">Registration</a></li></ul><p>Explore deep visual proteomics and learn how combining spatially resolved proteomics with quantitative assays delivers high-quality data for biomedical research.</p>

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<div><h4><strong>Navigating Challenges and Opportunities for Environmental Testing Labs Under the Revised EU Water Framework Directive</strong></h4><p><strong>The European Commission’s proposed updates to the Water Framework, Groundwater, and Environmental Quality Standards Directives are bringing new responsibilities and opportunities for environmental testing labs. With expanded pollutant lists - including PFAS, pharmaceuticals, and pesticide metabolites - and stricter monitoring and reporting requirements, the landscape of water analysis is rapidly evolving.</strong></p><p>Join the 4th Waters Environmental Webinar Series to explore how your lab can navigate these challenges and turn regulatory change into opportunity.</p><p>Register for free and partner with us to shape the future of European water quality.</p><h5><strong>Why Attend</strong></h5><p>Stay ahead of new EU regulatory demands with insights from leading experts. Gain practical guidance, share experiences with peers, and prepare your lab for the next generation of water quality standards.</p><h5><strong>Highlights</strong></h5><ul><li>New pollutant categories and analytical challenges</li><li>Updates to monitoring protocols and reporting</li><li>Innovative methods to meet revised Environmental Quality Standards</li><li>Strategic guidance for compliance and adaptation</li></ul><p><strong>Lead the change in water analysis—stay ahead, stay compliant, and make a real impact.</strong></p><h4><strong>EPISODE 6: Blue Thursdays 2026 – The Best Of</strong></h4><p>In this final session, we’ll look back at the most important things we’ve learned throughout the Blue Thursday series. We’ll explore the big trends we’re seeing, the smart tools scientists use to study the environment, and what exciting developments will be coming next.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Claudia Rathmann (Principal F&amp;E Market Development Manager, Waters Corporation)</p><p>Experienced and passionate analytical science professional with over 20 years of technical and strategic expertise in food and environmental applications. Currently serving as Principal Market Development Manager at Waters Corporation, Claudia specializes in connecting customers with product management to deliver innovative solutions for complex analytical challenges. With a strong scientific foundation and a proven track record in both technical and marketing roles, Claudia bridges the gap between customer needs and product innovation across the EMEA region.</p><p><strong>Speaker: </strong>Janitha De-Alwis (JD) (Principal F&amp;E Market Development Manager, Waters Corporation)</p><p>Janitha De-Alwis (known as JD) is an applications chemist in the European demo lab, based in Wilmslow, UK. His main role focuses on application development work for the food and environmental sector. JD takes great pride in speaking to, and advising, many food and environmental customers. His position requires him to be reactive and proactive to the changes in the food industry, such as changing regulations, topical issues and food safety risks.</p></blockquote></div>

Blue Thursdays 2026 – The Best Of

In this final session, we’ll look back at the most important things we’ve learned throughout the Blue Thursday series.

<h4><strong>What’s trending across Asia and what you should know next</strong></h4><p><strong>PFAS Asia Summit is back in 2026! Join us with leading experts across science and industry to explore the latest PFAS developments shaping Asia. From evolving regulatory frameworks to cutting-edge research and analytical innovation, this summit offers a focused platform to understand emerging risks, industry responses - helping you stay informed and prepared in a rapidly changing PFAS landscape.</strong></p><h4><strong>What you will learn:</strong></h4><ul><li>Latest PFAS regulatory updates across global and Asian markets</li><li>Emerging PFAS trends in key industries, including agriculture, electronics, and pharmaceuticals</li><li>Advances in sample preparation and integrated LC-MS/MS technologies for PFAS detection and analysis</li></ul><h4><strong>Agenda</strong></h4><h5><strong>09:00 - 09:05 a.m. Welcome &amp; Introduction</strong></h5><h5><strong>09:05 - 09:35 a.m. PFAS around the world - Regulatory and analytical trends</strong></h5><ul><li>Holly Lee (SCIEX)</li></ul><h5><strong>09:35 - 10:05 a.m. Utilizing LC-MS for proactive PFAS detection in Pharma</strong></h5><ul><li>Eshani Galermo (SCIEX)</li></ul><h5><strong>10:05 - 10:35 a.m. Advanced strategies in LC-MS/MS for clean-up and analysis of PFAS compounds in various sample matrices</strong></h5><ul><li>Namrata Saxena (Phenomenex)</li></ul><h5><strong>10:35 - 11:00 a.m. Behavior and metabolic effects of PFAS in wheat</strong></h5><ul><li>Yanwei Zhang (China)<ul><li><i>*Speaking language: Chinese</i></li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>11:00 - 11:25 a.m. Standardization of IEC test methods for PFAS regulation compliance in the electrical, electronics, and automotive plastic industries</strong></h5><ul><li>Jaehak Jung (Korea)<ul><li><i>*Speaking language: Korean</i></li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>11:25 - 11:55 a.m. Nontarget screening of PFAS transformation products during photoelectrochemical degradation of PFAS in water</strong></h5><ul><li>Jheng-Sian, Yang (Taiwan)<ul><li><i>*Speaking language: Chinese</i></li></ul></li></ul><h5><strong>11:55 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. Q&amp;A</strong></h5><p><i>*Sessions delivered in non-English languages will be supported with English subtitles.</i></p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker: </strong>Yanwei Zhang, Ph.D. (Associate Researcher, Agro-Environmental Protection Institute, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, China)</p><p><strong>Speaker:</strong>&nbsp;Jaehak Jung, Ph.D. (Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Korea Institute of Analytical Science and Technology (KAIST), Republic of Korea)</p><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Jheng-Sian Yang, Ph.D. (Assistant Professor, Department of Safety, Health and Environmental Engineering, National United University, Taiwan)</p><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Holly Lee (Staff Scientist, Global Technical Marketing, Food, SCIEX)</p><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Eshani Galermo (Staff Scientist, Pharma/Biopharma Quant Lead, SCIEX)</p><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Namrata Saxena (Technical Manager, Asia/Pacific, Phenomenex)</p><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> See Chung Yip (Field Application Manager, SCIEX)</p></blockquote>

PFAS Asia Summit 2026

Stay ahead of the changing PFAS landscape in Asia. Learn about evolving regulations, industry impacts, and cutting-edge LC-MS/MS analytical methods

PFAS Asia Summit 2026: Trends, Regulations & LC-MS/MS  

<p><strong>Deep visual proteomics and quantitative proteomic assays are expanding the possibilities for understanding disease biology and translating discoveries into actionable insights. By combining spatially resolved proteomics with robust quantitative workflows, researchers can gain a more comprehensive view of complex biological systems.</strong></p><p>In this webinar, our speakers will share perspectives on the application of deep visual proteomics and quantitative assays in translational and biomedical research. Join us to learn how advanced proteomic workflows can help uncover biologically relevant targets, improve analytical confidence, and support the generation of high-quality data at scale.</p><h5><strong>Precision at the Microscale: Low Input Spatial Proteomics in the 5xFAD Brain</strong></h5><ul><li>T. Wolf, Post Doc, Drug Safety R&amp;D, Pfizer</li></ul><p>Using the <strong>Evosep Eno and Orbitrap Astral Zoom</strong>, we applied a spatial proteomics workflow integrating AI-driven image segmentation with low-input mass spectrometry. This high-resolution pipeline reliably captured 5xFAD brain microenvironments, resolving distinct local proteomes to reveal diverging pathological pathways between plaques and microglial subtypes.</p><h5><strong>Reimagining Large Molecule PK Analysis with High-Throughput Evosep ENO LCMS</strong></h5><ul><li>Rebecca Ferreira, Senior Associate Scientist, Pfizer</li></ul><p>Accelerate biologics discovery with high-throughput LCMS. Learn how the Neubert Group at Pfizer is using the<strong> Evosep ENO</strong> platform to improve PK assay throughput while maintaining sensitivity and robustness needed for surrogate peptide quantification, enabling faster construct selection and optimization.</p>

Evosep: Perspective from Industry - Deep Visual Proteomics and Quantitative Assays

Perspective from Industry: Deep Visual Proteomics and Quantitative Assays

Advance translational research with Evosep. Discover how deep visual proteomics and scalable quantitative assays improve target discovery and confidence

Deep Visual Proteomics and Quantitative Assays

<div><p><strong>Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a diverse class of persistent environmental contaminants that can accumulate in biological systems and pose potential risks to human and environmental health. Understanding how different PFAS structures behave within living organisms, including the distribution of individual isomers and their biological effects, remains a significant analytical challenge.</strong></p><p>In this webinar, researchers will demonstrate how matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization trapped ion mobility spectrometry mass spectrometry was used to differentiate PFAS isomers, analyze PFAS-exposed bacterial biomass, and investigate tissue-specific PFAS distribution in a mouse model.</p><p>The session will also explore PFAS-associated changes to the hepatic lipidome, highlighting the potential of advanced mass spectrometry approaches for PFAS research.</p><h4><strong>Attend this webinar to:</strong></h4><ul><li>Understand advanced mass spectrometry approaches for PFAS detection, characterization, and isomer differentiation</li><li>Learn how spatial imaging techniques reveal the biological impact and tissue distribution of environmental contaminants</li><li>Explore emerging applications of spatial mass spectrometry for studying microplastics and other environmental pollutants</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> &nbsp;Elizabeth Neumann, PhD &nbsp;( Assistant Professor, University of California, Davis)</p><p>&nbsp;Elizabeth Neumann is an assistant professor in the chemistry department at UC Davis. Her research focuses on understanding the molecular and cellular architecture behind complex human disorders, such as renal cell carcinoma, spina bifida and Alzheimer's Disease.&nbsp;</p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Autumn Qiu, PhD ( Assistant Professor, Michigan State University)</p><p>&nbsp;Prof. Tian (Autumn) Qiu earned her Bachelor of Science in chemistry from Peking University and her PhD from the University of Minnesota. Autumn’s PhD studies focused on nanotoxicity mechanisms in environmental bacteria at the Center for Sustainable Nanotechnology. She was a Beckman Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and worked on D-amino acids in the microbiome-gut-brain axis. She joined Michigan State University as an Assistant Professor in 2022. Her lab investigates interactions among environmental contaminants, microbial metabolism, and host responses using mass spectrometry, particularly MALDI-MS, integrated with animal models and toxicological analyses.&nbsp;</p></blockquote></div>

Bruker: Unlocking New Insights Into PFAS Distribution and Biological Impact

Unlocking New Insights Into PFAS Distribution and Biological Impact

Explore advanced PFAS analysis with MALDI-TIMS-MS imaging. Discover how to differentiate isomers and investigate tissue-specific lipidome changes

Spatial PFAS Analysis: MALDI-TIMS-MS

<p><strong>Mass spectrometry has become a cornerstone technology across the 'omics' sciences, enabling researchers to characterise complex biological systems with unprecedented depth and confidence. As advances in instrumentation, separation science, ion mobility, tandem mass spectrometry, and computational data analysis continue to evolve, laboratories can achieve broader molecular coverage and more meaningful biological insights.</strong></p><p>This webinar explores the latest innovations shaping modern mass spectrometry workflows and examines how these technologies are advancing applications across proteomics, metabolomics, lipidomics, spatial omics, and related fields. Attendees will gain practical insight into how complementary mass spectrometry approaches are improving analytical performance, supporting systems-level biological understanding, and driving progress in biomarker discovery, disease research, and precision health.</p><h4><strong>Key Learning Objectives:</strong></h4><ul><li>Explain why mass spectrometry is a foundational technology across multiple 'omics' disciplines</li><li>Describe recent advances in mass spectrometry instrumentation, separation science, ion mobility, and data analysis</li><li>Understand how integrated mass spectrometry workflows are enabling systems-level insights into biological function</li><li>Recognise the impact of mass spectrometry innovations on disease research, biomarker discovery, and precision health</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> &nbsp;James McCullagh, PhD (Professor of Biological Chemistry, University of Oxford)</p><p>&nbsp;James McCullagh is a professor of biological chemistry and director of the Mass Spectrometry Research Facility at the University of Oxford. His research focuses on understanding the function of small molecules in complex biochemical systems with applications at the interface between chemistry, biology and medicine.&nbsp;</p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Vladimir Kardelis, PhD (Technical Product Manager, PerkinElmer)</p><p>&nbsp;Vladimir Kardelis is the Technical Product Manager for LC and LC/MS solutions at PerkinElmer. Since joining the company in 2019 as a Software Quality Assurance Engineer, he has progressed through an Application Scientist role to lead product development for LC/MS solutions. His work focuses on evaluating the QSight system’s detection limits and robustness across complex environmental and food samples, helping advance reliable LC/MS performance in real-world laboratory settings.&nbsp;</p></blockquote>

Technology Networks: Tech Spotlight - Mass Spectrometry 2026

Tech Spotlight: Mass Spectrometry 2026

Discover 2026 mass spectrometry innovations across omics disciplines. Learn how advances in separation, ion mobility, and data analysis drive precision health

<div><div container-id="cq-colctrl-lt0" comp-id="A1"><div><p><strong>Trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) is an ultra-short-chain PFAS of growing concern due to its extreme persistence, high mobility, and widespread occurrence in environmental and drinking water sources. This presentation reviews the emerging regulatory attention, and the analytical challenges associated with trace-level measurement, including background contamination, matrix effects, ion suppression, and confirmatory analysis.</strong></p><p>The webinar introduces a fully automated SCIEX LC-MS/MS workflow for rapid, sensitive quantification of TFA across multiple matrices, with the flexibility to incorporate DFA and TFMS into the same analytical approach.</p><p>Validation data demonstrates excellent linearity, repeatability, accuracy, robustness, and matrix tolerance in drinking water, surface water, wastewater, mineral water, and a wide variety of food matrices. With 40 samples plus standards analyzed in less than four hours, the workflow supports high-throughput routine monitoring for environmental, food, regulatory, and contract testing laboratories.</p><h5><strong>By attending this webinar you will be able to:</strong></h5><ul><li>Implement strategies to minimize contamination and matrix effects during trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) analysis.&nbsp;</li><li>Evaluate the benefits of automated internal standard addition and automated calibration preparation.</li><li>Apply a high-throughput LC-MS/MS workflow capable of quantifying TFA down to 20 ng/L with confirmation by two MRM transitions.</li><li>Understand how trifluoromethanesulfonic acid (TFMS) and difluoroacetic acid (DFA) can be incorporated into the same analytical workflow.</li></ul><h5><strong>Who should attend?</strong></h5><p>This webinar is designed for laboratory professionals and decision-makers involved in ultra-short-chain PFAS analysis, particularly those working in environmental, drinking water, wastewater, PFAS, regulatory, and contract testing laboratories:</p><ul><li>Commercial laboratory managers, technical directors, and QA/validation specialists responsible for method implementation, data quality, ROI and regulatory readiness.&nbsp;</li><li>LC-MS/MS method developers, analytical chemists, and application scientists working on trace-level TFA, DFA, TFMS, or broader PFAS workflows.&nbsp;</li><li>Environmental scientists, researchers, and laboratory staff focused on emerging contaminants in drinking water, surface water, wastewater, mineral water, and other complex water matrices such as food.</li></ul><h5><strong>What you need to know:</strong></h5><p><strong>Start times:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Broadcast 1:</strong> 10 am BST (London/Lisbon) / 11 am CEST (Paris/Berlin) / 2:30 pm IST (New Delhi)</li><li><strong>Broadcast 2:</strong> 10 am PDT (Los Angeles) / 12 pm CDT (Chicago) / 1 pm EDT (New York)</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter: </strong>Carlos Bueno (Senior Aftermarket Workflow Specialist, Food, Environmental and Forensics, SCIEX EMEA)</p><p>Carlos Bueno is a Senior Aftermarket Workflow Specialist for EMEA at SCIEX with more than 20 years of experience in chromatography and mass spectrometry. After earning his bachelor’s degree in chemistry in 2001 and spending four years at the Madrid Doping Control Laboratory, he built an extensive career focused on analytical application development for food safety and environmental testing markets. Since joining SCIEX in 2023, he has supported laboratories across EMEA in implementing advanced LC-MS/MS solutions and optimizing analytical workflows, and is currently leading SCIEX EMEA's PFAS initiative.</p></blockquote></div></div></div>

SCIEX: The TFA & DFA Challenge Solved: Ultra-Sensitive Detection with End-to-End Automation

The TFA & DFA Challenge Solved: Ultra-Sensitive Detection with End-to-End Automation

Automate TFA and DFA analysis down to 20 ng/L. Join this SCIEX webinar to explore high-throughput LC-MS/MS workflows for ultra-short-chain PFAS

Automated Ultra-Short-Chain PFAS Analysis: LC-MS/MS

<p><strong>The objective of this webinar is to demonstrate how the ZenoTOF 8600 system enables advanced, reliable, and high-throughput analysis for food safety and environmental testing.</strong></p><h4><strong>Participants will gain an understanding of how to:</strong></h4><ul><li>Achieve ultra-sensitive quantitation and confident identification of contaminants in complex matrices</li><li>Apply high-resolution workflows for quantitation and screening applications</li><li>Improve data quality, throughput, and regulatory compliance in routine laboratories</li><li>Leverage the capabilities of the ZenoTOF 8600 system to address emerging analytical challenges such as trace-level contaminants, unknown screening, and large multi-residue panels</li></ul><h4><strong>Key learning points</strong></h4><p>Participants will learn how to:</p><ul><li>Leverage ZenoTOF 8600 system capabilities</li><li>Perform advanced screening and quantitation workflows</li><li>Optimize workflows for food and environmental samples</li><li>Improve data quality and confidence</li><li>Enhance laboratory productivity</li><li>Address emerging analytical challenges: Ultra-trace detection (ppt levels) and non-target screening, and retrospective data analysis</li></ul><h4><strong>Who should attend</strong></h4><p>This webinar is designed for professionals involved in food safety and environmental analysis, including:</p><ul><li>Analytical scientists and chemists</li><li>Working with LC-MS/MS or high-resolution MS in routine or research laboratories</li><li>Laboratory managers and supervisors</li><li>Looking to improve lab efficiency, throughput, and analytical capabilities</li><li>QA/QC professionals</li><li>Responsible for ensuring data quality, compliance, and regulatory standards</li><li>Food safety specialists</li><li>Involved in testing for pesticides, mycotoxins, veterinary drugs, and contaminants</li><li>Environmental analysts</li><li>Focused on monitoring PFAS, pharmaceuticals, pollutants, and emerging contaminants</li><li>Contract testing laboratories (CROs)</li><li>Seeking high-throughput, multi-residue screening capabilities</li><li>Researchers and method developers</li><li>Interested in advanced HRMS workflows and non-target screening.</li></ul><p><i>We will send you a recording of the event</i></p><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker: </strong>Dr. Jianru Stahl-Zeng (Senior Market Development Manager, SCIEX)</p><p>Jianru has been part of SCIEX since 2001. She initially was part of the application support team and covered not only proteomics, but also small molecules applications. Jianru moved to technical marketing and focused on food and environmental applications. Since 2018 she has been managing the EMEA technical marketing team and projects. Jianru is also the Global Technical Leader for food and environmental applications. On January 2026, she took the role of Senior Market Development Manager, FEF, EMEAI.</p></blockquote>

SCIEX: Tackling emerging contaminants in food and water using the ZenoTOF 8600 system

Tackling emerging contaminants in food and water using the ZenoTOF 8600 system

Master emerging contaminant analysis in food and water. Discover how the SCIEX ZenoTOF 8600 delivers ppt sensitivity, screening, and high throughput.

SCIEX ZenoTOF 8600: Emerging Contaminants in Food & Water

<p><strong>This webinar provides a foundational overview of magnetic bead-based extraction technologies used in modern bioanalytical and biopharmaceutical workflows. We will explore the scientific principles behind paramagnetic bead technology, including bead composition, surface chemistry, and the role of functionalized ligands in enabling selective capture of a wide range of biomolecules.</strong></p><p>The session will also cover common extraction workflows and how magnetic bead-based approaches compare to traditional sample preparation techniques in terms of scalability, selectivity, and reproducibility. Attendees will gain insight into how these workflows are applied across biologics research, with practical examples illustrating real-world use cases.</p><h4><strong>Key Learning Points</strong></h4><ul><li>Learn the basic principles of magnetic bead-based extraction and paramagnetic bead function.</li><li>Find how bead composition, surface chemistry, and functional ligands enable selective analyte capture.</li><li>Identify key advantages of magnetic bead workflows compared to traditional extraction methods.</li><li>Understand common workflow designs and their role in supporting downstream LC and LC-MS analysis. &nbsp;</li></ul><h4><strong>Who Should Attend</strong></h4><ul><li>Any scientists and professionals working in biopharma, life sciences, or analytical laboratories interested in learning about biomolecular extraction techniques for mAbs, ADCs, nucleic acids, mRNA, and oligonucleotides. &nbsp;</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Namrata Saxena (Technical Manager, Phenomenex)</p><p>&nbsp;Namrata Saxena is the Technical Manager for the Asia-Pacific region at Phenomenex and is part of the global technical team, she provides expert support for a wide range of chromatographic challenges particularly in the characterization of biotherapeutics and emerging cell and gene therapy modalities. Her role includes delivering technical training, hosting seminars and webinars, and contributing to scientific content development. Prior to joining Phenomenex, Namrata worked as a Product Specialist at Bischoff Chromatography GmbH in Germany where she gained extensive experience in stationary phase chemistry, column manufacturing and method development domains. Namrata is based in Sydney, Australia and can be reached through e-mail or phone.&nbsp;</p></blockquote>

Phenomenex: Fundamentals First Bio Series - Understanding Magnetic Bead-Based Extraction Techniques

Fundamentals First Bio Series: Understanding Magnetic Bead-Based Extraction Techniques

Learn magnetic bead extraction fundamentals for bioanalysis. Discover how surface chemistry enables selective capture of mAbs, mRNA, and oligos for LC-MS

Magnetic Bead Extraction for Bioanalysis & LC-MS

<div><div id="inner_content_body_text" data-content-id="394785"><p><strong>As PFAS regulations continue to evolve, laboratories face increasing pressure to detect a broader range of compounds while maintaining confidence, efficiency, and regulatory readiness. Traditional targeted methods remain essential, but growing awareness of emerging PFAS is driving the need for more comprehensive analytical strategies.</strong></p><p><strong>Join us for a webinar exploring the latest advances in high-resolution mass spectrometry and intelligent data analysis that enable more comprehensive PFAS characterization in food and food-contact material testing.</strong></p><h4><strong>You will learn how to:</strong></h4><ul><li>Expand PFAS detection beyond targeted analysis</li><li>Improve confidence in identifying known and emerging PFAS</li><li>Streamline PFAS identification with intelligent data analysis workflows</li><li>Stay ahead of evolving food safety testing requirements</li></ul><p>The webinar concludes with a <strong>live panel discussion</strong> moderated by <strong>Dr. Dasharath P. Oulkar </strong>(Thermo Fisher Scientific). Joined by invited customer speakers, the panel will explore the growing focus on <strong>PFAS in seafood, </strong>discussing current analytical challenges, regulatory considerations, and practical approaches to testing.</p><p>English subtitles will be provided for this webinar and a Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to all attendees of the live webcast.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Presenter:</strong> Jeremy Koelmel, Ph.D. (Associate Research Scientist in Epidemiology, Yale University)</p></blockquote><blockquote><p><strong>Panel Discussion:</strong> Dasharath P. Oulkar, Ph.D. (Manager, FSSAI-Thermo Fisher Scientific Food Safety Solution Center, Ghaziabad, Thermo Fisher Scientific, India)</p><p>Dr Dasharath P. Oulkar has 20+ years of experience in the area of food safety and quality testing and extensive technical experience various chromatography, mass spectrometry and sample preparation techniques required for food safety, authenticity and quality. He is currently working in collaboration with FSSAI to develop new methods and supporting various food laboratories across APJ.&nbsp;</p></blockquote></div></div>

Thermo Fisher Scientific: Future-Proofing Emerging Contaminants in Food Analysis

Future-Proofing Emerging Contaminants in Food Analysis

Future-proof your food testing lab against evolving PFAS regulations. Learn how high-resolution MS and intelligent workflows identify emerging contaminants

Emerging PFAS in Food Analysis: High-Resolution MS Workflows

<p><strong>Accurate identification of immunopeptides is essential for understanding immune recognition in cancer. In this webinar, Reza presents how hybrid ExCID fragmentation (EAD+CID) on SCIEX ZenoTOF platforms enables the differentiation of isobaric isoleucine (Ile) and leucine (Leu) peptide variants in immunopeptidomics workflows. He also highlights the importance of chromatographic optimization for detecting naturally presented Ile/Leu sequence variants, demonstrating how advanced MS technologies can improve confidence in antigen identification.</strong></p><h4><strong>Key learning points</strong></h4><ul><li>Learn how hybrid ExCID fragmentation can distinguish isobaric Ile and Leu residues in immunopeptides</li><li>Understand how the combination of EAD and CID improves peptide sequence characterization and identification confidence</li><li>Discover why chromatographic optimization is critical for detecting naturally presented Ile/Leu variants in the immunopeptidome</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Speaker: </strong>Reza (Mohammadreza) Dorvash, Ph.D. (Postdoctoral Researcher, Bio21 Molecular Science and Biotechnology Institute)</p></blockquote>

SCIEX: Distinguishing Ile/Leu variant ligands in the immunopeptidome using hybrid ExCID fragmentation on SCIEX accurate mass instrument

Distinguishing Ile/Leu variant ligands in the immunopeptidome using hybrid ExCID fragmentation on SCIEX accurate mass instrument

Differentiate Ile/Leu variants in immunopeptidomics using hybrid ExCID (EAD+CID) fragmentation on SCIEX ZenoTOF. Improve antigen identification confidence

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