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A flame ionization detector (FID) is a detector that is paired with a gas chromatograph (GC) for the analysis of organic compounds. An FID uses a flame, fuelled by hydrogen, to ionize the carbon atoms in organic compounds after they have been separated by the column in the GC.

Gas chromatography (GC) is a type of chromatography that analyses volatile compounds. Gas chromatography uses an inert gas such as nitrogen or helium as the mobile phase and the stationary phase is contained in a column which is found inside an oven within the instrument.

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is an advanced analytical technique used to separate, identify, and quantify the individual components within a complex chemical mixture. This method is widely employed in various fields, including pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, food and beverage analysis, and biochemical research, due to its precision, efficiency, and versatility.

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.