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A catalyst is a substance that accelerates a chemical reaction or reduces the required temperature or pressure to initiate one, without being consumed in the process. Catalysts enhance the efficiency of this process by lowering the activation energy, which is the energy barrier that must be overcome for a chemical reaction to take place

In this rapidly advancing field of chemistry, catalysts play a pivotal role in accelerating chemical reactions, thereby making processes more efficient and environmentally friendly. Gas chromatography (GC) is emerging as a critical analytical tool that significantly enhances the study and application of catalytic processes.

The determination of Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME) is a commonly performed analysis, to determine the quality of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). Natural EVOO is made by pressing or centrifuging olives, without exposing the olives to any chemical processing. A way of producing cheaper olive oil is to mix them with cheaper oils, such as sunflower oil and refined

The purpose of chromatography is to separate, identify and assess purity of components within a mixture for qualitative and quantitative analysis.

SCION Instruments has been named the recommended equipment for Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) analysis by The GOED, the Global Organisation for EPA and DHA Omega-3 Fatty Acids.

Mastering method development is a crucial skill for analytical scientists to develop and achieve the results they want in the laboratory and be successful in their careers.

Analytical method validation is important across many different industries including, pharmaceutical, environmental, food and chemical manufacturing. Method validation aims to ensure that the analytical assays used are accurate, precise, reliable and suitable for their intended purpose.

Analytical method development is important across many different industries including, pharmaceutical, environmental, food and chemical manufacturing. Method development aims to ensure that the analytical assays used are accurate, precise and reliable.

Understanding the terminology associated with chromatography is important in order to understand your application. This technical note aims to provide clarity on some of the most commonly used terms within the industry.

Understanding the terminology associated with sample preparation is important in order to understand your application. This technical note aims to provide clarity on some of the most commonly used terms within the industry.