Return to All Courses Instructor: Toni Glymph-Marti, Wastewater Microbiology Solutions Wednesday, October 30, 2024 ◉ 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm EST. ** Please note the time change Cost: $250 Track: Environment & Energy Course Level: Intermediate Course Description: The objective of this course is to teach the operators, lab personnel… read more →
Return to All Courses Instructor: Anthony Parker, A. A. Parker Consulting, LLC Wednesday, April 24, 2024 ◉ 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm EST Cost: $250 Track: Professional & Career Development Course Level: Intermediate Course Description: This course is designed to assist professionals with the basic skills needed to effectively communicate… read more →
Applications of FTIR & NMR Spectroscopy in Product Development Course #: SC6725 Track: Spectroscopy Anthony Parker A.A. Parker Consulting, LLC 3/10/2021 Full Day Course Cost: $800 Course Info Register Now Course Description This course emphasizes the practical applications of spectroscopic techniques in real-world problem-solving situations commonly experienced in industrial work… read more →
HPLC and UHPLC for Practicing Scientists 1: Fundamentals Course #: SC6717 Track: Liquid Chromatography Michael Dong MWD Consulting 3/4/2021 Full Day Course Cost: $800 Course Info Register Now Course Description This intermediate 1-day workshop will provide the analytical scientist with a clearer understanding and a solid working knowledge of the… read more →
Webinar recorded Thursday, February 18, 2021 This webinar provides an overview of how to manage your virtual booth. Representatives from LabRoots provide visual examples on best practices and how to operate your booth like a pro. Watch Recorded Webinar Webinar Slide Deck (Reload webpage if PDF not visible. Download by… read more →
Entrepreneurial Growth for Consultants, Contractors, and Suppliers Course #: SC5670 Track: Management/Professional Development Jeffrey Kiplinger Cohere Business Strategies 3/5/2021 Half Day Course Cost: $400 Course Info Register Now Course Description As scientists we sometimes start businesses to leverage our deep experience and skill set. But we’re the best in the… read more →
An Introduction to Quantitative Spectroscopic Analysis Course #: SC5708 Track: Spectroscopy Deborah Peru DP Spectroscopy and Training, LLC Tuesday, March 9, 2021 Full Day Course Cost: $800 Course Info Register Now Course Description This course is designed to provide practical information for the development and implementation of quantitative methods of… read more →
Session Number: L03-08 Track: Electrochemistry Monday, March 08, 2021: 11:05 AM – 11:25 AM Speaker(s) Author: Sommer Osman Iowa State University Co-author: Kira Rahn Iowa State University Co-author: Robbyn Anand Iowa State University Description We report a novel lateral flow assay (LFA) that exploits a local electric field gradient to… read more →
Webinar recorded Monday, December 14, 2020 This webinar will provide an overview of sponsorship opportunities available to exhibitors for Pittcon 2021. Representatives from both Pittcon and LabRoots, the Pittcon 2021 virtual platform provider, will discuss the sponsorships, provide visual examples within the LabRoots environment, and answer questions. Watch Recorded Webinar… read more →
An interview with Amanda Hummon PhD, Associate Professor from Ohio State University, discussing how mass spectrometry can be used to analyze the proteome and how this can help with the study of human disease. How is mass spectrometry used to study the proteome? Mass spectrometers are essentially very expensive weighing… read more →
An interview with Shelley Minteer, Professor of Chemistry at the University of Utah, discussing how sustainable and economical cascade-based electrocatalysis could lead to a brighter future across research and industry. How are electrocatalysts used in research and industry? Electrocatalysts are abundant across the industry. People use electrocatalysts for water splitting.… read more →
An interview with Daniel Armstrong from The University of Texas at Arlington about the evolution of separation science and its recent and future developments that are helping to advance many applications. Why do you feel it is important to share your experience and your knowledge with the next generation of… read more →
Dr. Chad Mirkin, Director of International Institute for Nanotechnology talks to News-Medical Life Science about the use of spherical nucleic acids (SNAs) in vaccinations and treatments for disease, and what they show about the importance of structure in pharmaceutical development. What are spherical nucleic acids (SNAs)? Spherical nucleic acids (SNAs)… read more →
An interview with Livia Eberlin, Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, discussing the development of mass-spectrometry based techniques for cancer diagnosis and improved clinical outcomes. Why is there a need for alternatives to cytological analysis in the field of oncology? Within the context of cancer surgeries, the… read more →
In this interview, Dr. Nancy Allbritton from The Allbritton Lab talks to News-Medical and Life Sciences about the revolutionary technology and techniques for the application of new technologies for oncology and stem cell research. Dr. Nancy Allbritton provides insight into the organ-on-a-chip and the ability it has to monitor and… read more →
In this interview, Joshua Crossney talks to News-Medical Life Sciences about the recent advancements in the Cannabis industry and why quality analysis and quality control are more important now than ever for cannabis medicinal products. Since we last spoke, please could you give us an update on your efforts as… read more →
In this interview, Professor John Rogers talks to News-Medical Life Sciences about his research and work in developing biocompatible electronics and microfluidic systems with skin-like properties. Biological systems are traditionally mechanically soft however modern electronic and microfluidic technologies are rigid, meaning the layouts are completely different. Eliminating this mismatch will… read more →
Come to Pittcon and enter to win this Porsche or $15,000 cash. Axion Analytical Labs launched the Axion Training Institute, Inc. 20 years ago. Since then, they’ve had 12,000 wonderful scientists attend their classes. In celebration of that milestone, Lee N. Polite, President and Laboratory Director, has decided to give… read more →
Act now and receive a 25% discount on your airport travel (Discount will decrease to 10% on February 24th, 2020) Book today using the form below or call us at 1+773-247-1200. Don’t forget to apply or mention the discount code “PITTCON”. BOOK GO AIRPORT EXPRESS GO Airport Express offers: No… read more →
The Anton Paar Pittcon 5k is BACK for Pittcon 2020 in Chicago! For those who have not yet registered, you are invited to join Anton Paar at 7am on Wednesday, March 4th, for a 5k race benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure. As always, 100% of proceeds will be… read more →
In the search and recovery of human remains during mass disasters, homicides, and missing persons investigations, the odor evolved from decomposing bodies is crucial in the search process. One contributor to the odor evolved from remains are microorganisms, which contribute a portion of the chemicals released into the air. New… read more →
Laboratory Equipment Chemistry Thursday, March 28, 2019 by Amanda Hollenbeck – Associate Editor Although the Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy, or Pittcon, has wrapped up its 2019 conference, it will continue to have an impact for companies and the industry throughout the year by showcasing new technology… read more →
Introduction Medical professionals are under an increasing amount of pressure to provide early diagnoses and more efficacious treatments with fewer side effects. There is also a demand for more information about disease risk and prophylactic options. Technology is powering developments in biomedicine, with advances in computing power and imaging techniques… read more →
Introduction Most people obtain the majority of their food from large supermarket chains that buy in produce from a range of suppliers. Indeed, we have come to rely on numerous globally sourced food products and take it for granted that the food we buy is suitable for consumption. However, with… read more →
Introduction The rate at which the world consumes energy is increasing. Stores of chemical energy such as oil and gas, broadly referred to as fuels, remain one of the primary energy sources for today’s world. The versatility, reliability and portability of fuel has made it indispensable to the modern world.… read more →
Introduction 2018 was a big year for cannabis. Vermont became the first state to legalize recreational cannabis by state legislature, a growing number of lawmakers (including those intending to run in the 2020 presidential election) voiced their support for legalizing cannabis, as did voters in a number of midwestern and… read more →
Introduction Forensic science is based on the idea that every interaction leaves a trace, so every crime leaves some evidence of the perpetrator. As a result, identifying and analyzing both known and unknown substances is a vital part of forensic science. In this way, justice often depends on reliable analytical… read more →
Introduction Stability testing is one of the most important steps during the development of a pharmaceutical product. It requires a series of analyses to determine how long a product maintains the properties and characteristics it possessed at the time of its packaging. In other words, it assesses how long the… read more →
Introduction Medicinal products derived from a biological source are commonly referred to as biotherapeutics or biologicals. They are typically proteins or polypeptides of >40 amino acids whose active components are constructed using biotechnology. A range of structural modifications are made to optimize the desirable functional characteristics of the target proteins… read more →
Technical Writing at Work Steven Schultz Writing at Work, Inc. Course: SC061 1 Day Course Beginner Level Tuesday: 03/19/2019 Management/Professional Development, Data Analysis, Quality/Regulatory/Compliance, Technical Writing, Laboratory Information and Management $600 ($825 after 2/25/19) More Course Info Course Description Sharpen your overall writing skills and focus on the special demands… read more →
Introduction Forensic evidence has become central to the criminal justice system for establishing the guilt or innocence of potential suspects, tracing the origins of illegal trade and determining whether or not crimes are related. Such evidence can increase the efficiency of a criminal investigation by narrowing down the search for… read more →
Introduction Analytical instruments serve as invaluable tools in a wide range of scientific disciplines, from clinical research and drug development through to environmental monitoring and food safety. Devoted to the advancement of healthcare and the world we live in, scientists across these fields rely on and routinely use analytical instruments… read more →
Introduction The journey from bench to bedside is a long one in the world of pharmaceutical research, entailing large expense, complex processes and, often, dead ends. It is estimated that the cost of bringing a new drug to the market is around $2.6 billion and takes at least 10 years.… read more →
Contamination and pollution of our air, soil, and water with chemical species resulting from human activities are threats to human health and the environment. Identifying and quantifying substances present in natural environments can give us an insight into the behavior of industry and society, aiding regulatory policy development and enforcement.… read more →
Introduction A fundamental goal of the food industry is to provide consumers with quality food that is safe to enjoy. There has always been the risk of products becoming contaminated during preparation and so regular food analysis is a routine part of food manufacturing. However, today there are even greater… read more →
Introduction ‘Omics’ research is the non-targeted and non-biased analysis of a specific biological sample, the findings of which may give rise to hypotheses that can then be tested by further investigations. It incorporates a range of disciplines and sophisticated analytical technologies. Together, they provide a holistic view of the molecules… read more →
The Pittcon Conference & Expo is the ideal place to learn about the latest trends in nanotechnology and the impacts of nanomaterials. This article outlines the current trends in nanotechnology, characterization, and regulation, which will be discussed at Pittcon. Nanotechnology at Pittcon The Pittcon Conference is an ideal place for… read more →
Identifying Explosive Materials and Analyzing Post-Explosion Residues – The Rise in Handheld Devices
Introduction: Explosive detection is an application of advanced spectroscopic technologies which impacts an increasingly prominent global issue. Explosives, such as gunpowder, have been in use for centuries, but it is only very recently that technology has allowed for the rapid identification of explosive materials in a range of situations. Detecting… read more →
Introduction: The structure of DNA was discovered over 60 years ago, yet many mysteries remain on how our genome functions. In order to understand what the genome means we need to know, not just its sequence, but how this relates to phenotype. Our genome is over three billion bases long,… read more →
Introduction: A multitude of disciplines within the biomedical, chemical, and pharmaceutical fields often rely on mass spectrometry (MS) as a means for identifying compound structure, quantifying metabolites, and measuring molecules in mixtures of varying complexities. This highly sensitive approach for the study of biological systems is also used in drug… read more →
Introduction: Historically, the vast majority of countries have opted for the blanket prohibition of marijuana. But, after decades of stagnant legislation, this has begun to change at pace in recent years as several countries and US states have adopted, or are poised to adopt, more liberal approaches to regulation of… read more →
Introduction: The deliberate or accidental contamination of food products is a prominent issue with wide-ranging consequences in the 21st century. It can encompass multi-billion-dollar fraud, hazards to public health and even deliberate attempts to harm human life. The Chinese melamine scandal of 2008 and the European horsemeat scandal of 2013… read more →