Monthly Archives: January 2024

Follow along with our experts as they dive into the ICP Operations Guide, chapter by chapter. In this accessible transcript of Episode 3, "Handling, Calculations, Preparation, and Storage of Standards," we present the collective wisdom of our in-house experts—Host and Technical Director Mike Booth, Production Manager Thomas Kozakowski, Technical Support Chemist Ashley Jones, and Technical Product Manager Dr. Lesley Owens. 

The dialogue covers crucial practices for handling chemicals, the impact of temperature on standard preparations, and the intricacies involved in the preparation and storage of standards. You can listen to all episodes of Bench Boost on your favorite streaming platform!

Rigorous testing protocols are required to regulate the cannabis industry. With product safety and quality in mind, these regulatory frameworks need to be backed up by the latest advanced analytical techniques. Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES) is one of these tools. ICP-OES instruments can ensure cannabis testing standards are met by delivering sensitivity and exceptional precision. 

Understanding ICP-OES

ICP-OES is an analytical technique that can detect chemical elements in a sample. Sometimes this detection can go down to parts per billion, though mostly it is parts per million. Here is the process behind ICP-OES:

• Atoms and ions are excited through inductively coupled plasma that has been heated, for instance by a plasma torch
• A light

To maintain the quality and standard of your work in analytical chemistry, you should take some time to focus on your own professional development. That way you can employ the latest tools and information in your future projects. 

Recognizing this, Inorganic Venture’s IV Ignite platform has an available ICP-MS (Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry) training program to take your skillset to the next level. 

Our ICP-MS training can enhance the credentials of chemists worldwide. Read on to learn more about what our ICP training can offer you. 

The IV Ignite Program: Learning about ICP-MS 

Used within pharmaceutical, environmental and geological testing and research, ICP-M

In an era of rapid technological advancements and increasing complexity in analytical science, the demand for proficient Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) analysts has never been higher. Recognizing this trend, we have launched IV Ignite, a cutting-edge virtual ICP training academy designed to bridge the gap in elemental analysis education and support chemists wanting to enhance their analytical skills.

A Leap in Analytical Science Education

Founded in 1985, Inorganic Ventures has been a leader in providing custom solutions for analytical testing, specializing in NIST traceable, stable CRMs, accredited under ISO 17034 & ISO 17025 standards. Our commitment to education and quality is evident in our latest initiative, IV Ignite, which went live on October 31, 2023. This on-demand