
Plasma-based ambient mass spectrometry: a step forward to practical applications
Plasma-based ambient mass spectrometry (AMS) exhibits great potential in the direct analysis of raw samples with minimum pretreatment.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 4908-4923
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00965H
Nanotechnology-based analytical approaches for detection of viruses
The risks posed by viral diseases have been recognised as critical threats to mankind.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 2375-2391
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00048K
Some problems and practicalities in design and interpretation of samples of microplastic waste
Improved design of sampling microplastic waste is necessary. Important problems are identified and suggestions for improvements are made.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 1332-1345
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C6AY02641A
A pyrene-based fast-responsive fluorescent probe for G-quadruplexes
A novel pyrene-based fluorescent probe (3-methyl-2-(pyren-1-yl)benzo[d]thiazol-3-ium iodide) (PBT) was found to be a fast-responsive and highly selective towards G-quadruplexes. PBT exhibited an opposite fluorescent variation tendency on binding with G-quadruplexes and ds-DNAs.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 2397-2400
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00556C
A G-quadruplex DNAzyme-based LAMP biosensing platform for a novel colorimetric detection of Listeria monocytogenes
A LAMP-based method for the visual detection of Listeria monocytogenes has been developed by employing DNAzyme-catalyzed cascade amplification of the colorimetric signal.
Anal. Methods, 2018,10, 848-854
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02908J
Bar adsorptive microextraction (BAμE) with a polymeric sorbent for the determination of emerging contaminants in water samples by ultra-high performance liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry
A central composite design was applied to evaluate different sorbents in BAμE for the determination of emerging contaminants in water by UHPLC-MS/MS.
Anal. Methods, 2018,10, 697-705
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02792C
Historical mystery solved: a multi-analytical approach to the identification of a key marker for the historical use of brazilwood (Caesalpinia spp.) in paintings and textiles
Brazilwood-derived pigments and dyes are found in many historical objects, from European paintings to North American First Nations textiles.
Anal. Methods, 2018,10, 617-623
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02626A
A “turn-on” fluorescence sensor for ascorbic acid based on graphene quantum dots via fluorescence resonance energy transfer
For the first time, a FRET nanosensor for AA was developed using GQDs as the energy donors and SQA-iron(III) as the energy acceptors.
Anal. Methods, 2018,10, 611-616
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02828H
A lysosome-targeting colorimetric and fluorescent dual signal probe for sensitive detection and bioimaging of hydrogen sulfide
In this study, we developed a lysosome-targeting fluorescent probe, 3-(2,4-dinitrophenoxy)-2-(4-morpholinophenyl)-4H-chromen-4-one (DMC), for the detection of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) based on excited-state intramolecular proton transfer (ESIPT).
Anal. Methods, 2018,10, 604-610
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02492D
Probing specific gravity in real-time with graphene oxide plasmonics
Graphene oxide enhanced SPR sensor for specific gravity detection of food analytes.
Anal. Methods, 2018,10, 290-297
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02423A
Enhanced microchip electrophoresis separations combined with electrochemical detection utilizing a capillary embedded in polystyrene
A polystyrene–PDMS device utilizing an embedded fused silica capillary and electrochemical detection was used for improved efficiency separations of catecholamines.
Anal. Methods, 2018,10, 37-45
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02505J
Validation of a lateral flow immunoassay for the rapid determination of aflatoxins in maize by solvent free extraction
The analytical performances of a lateral flow immunoassay (AFLA-V AQUA™, Vicam a Waters Business) for the determination of aflatoxins in maize were evaluated according to Commission Regulation (EU) No. 519/2014.
Anal. Methods, 2018,10, 123-130
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02249B
An ultrasensitive electrochemiluminescent D-alanine biosensor based on the synergetic catalysis of a hemin-functionalized composite and gold–platinum nanowires
Herein, an ultrasensitive and stereo-selective electrochemiluminescent (ECL) biosensor based on ECL signal amplification of luminol by the synergetic catalysis of a hemin-functionalized composite and gold–platinum nanowires (Au-PtNWs) has been designed for the detection of D-alanine (D-Ala).
Anal. Methods, 2018,10, 84-90
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02483E
SERS-fluorescence bimodal nanoprobes for in vitro imaging of the fatty acid responsive receptor GPR120
Multi-functional hybrid nanoparticles are synthesized for fluorescence-SERS bimodal imaging of GPR120 in vitro.
Anal. Methods, 2018,10, 22-29
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02039B
TiO2/CdS nanorod array-based photoelectrochemical sensing of Cu2+ in human serum samples
A sensitive and selective photoelectrochemical sensor for the detection of Cu2+ in human serum samples based on the TiO2/CdS nanorod array was reported.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6754-6759
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02625K
Lysozyme-stabilized bimetallic gold/silver nanoclusters as a turn-on fluorescent probe for determination of ascorbic acid and acid phosphatase
Bimetallic gold/silver nanoclusters were synthesized in aqueous solution with lysozyme as a stabilizing and reducing agent.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6713-6718
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02372C
CVD graphene incorporating polymerized L-cysteine as an electrochemical sensing platform for simultaneous determination of dopamine and ascorbic acid
A novel electrochemical sensor based on a poly-L-cysteine/graphene platform was developed for the simultaneous determination of dopamine and ascorbic acid.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6689-6697
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02489D
New combination between chitosan, single walled carbon nanotubes and neodymium(III) oxide found to be useful in the electrochemical determination of rutin in the presence of morin and quercetin
A glassy carbon electrode surface was modified with a new combination of chitosan, single walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNT) and neodymium(III) oxide (NdOX) and was found to be effective in the detection of rutin (RU).
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6474-6481
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02171B
Determination of alizarin red S based on layered double hydroxides-improved chemiluminescence from hydrogen peroxide and luminol
Selective alizarin red S detection based on the layered double hydroxides-improved chemiluminescence from hydrogen peroxide and luminol is presented.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6468-6473
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02405C
Electrophoretic deposition hyphenated with electrochemical anodization for the fabrication of phenyl-functionalized mesoporous silica onto Nitinol fibers for selective solid-phase microextraction of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
Electrophoretic deposition (EPD) was hyphenated with electrochemical anodization for the fabrication of phenyl modified mesoporous silica (MPS-Ph) particles onto Nitinol (NiTi) wire as a solid-phase microextraction (SPME) fiber.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6459-6467
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02183F
Rapid determination of farinograph parameters of wheat flour using data fusion and a forward interval variable selection algorithm
A forward interval variable selection algorithm combined with data fusion was developed to determine farinograph parameters of wheat flour.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6341-6348
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02065A
A selective nanosensor for ultrafast detection of Cu2+ ions based on C5 DNA-templated gold nanoclusters and Fenton-like reaction
Fenton-like reaction-mediated quenching of gold nanoclusters for ultrafast Cu2+ ion detection.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6222-6227
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02247F
Electrochemical nanostructure platform for the analysis of glutathione in the presence of uric acid and tryptophan
In this work, a NiO–CNT nanocomposite and 2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenethyl)isoindoline-1,3-dione (DPID) were used as modifiers for the modification of a carbon paste electrode (DPID/NiO–CNT/CPE) for the electro-catalytic analysis of glutathione (GSH).
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6228-6234
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02057K
Microfluidic detection with acoustic spectroscopy (MIDAS) for analysis of insulin formulation stability
Ultrasonic spectroscopy is a viable complement to current techniques used to analyze insulin stability due to its simplicity, lack of sample preparation, and non-destructive properties.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6124-6130
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01846K
Simultaneous detection of superoxide anion radicals and determination of the superoxide scavenging activity of antioxidants using a N,N-dimethyl-p-phenylene diamine/Nafion colorimetric sensor
A novel colorimetric DMPD assay was developed for superoxide radicals generated by the NADH/PMS/O2 system, and compared with conventional NBT assay.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6202-6212
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02132A
Is measurement uncertainty from sampling related to analyte concentration?
The contribution of sampling to the combined uncertainty of measurement is assessed using a combination of literature review and experimental determination of sampling variability in a range of foodstuffs in order to determine whether there is a consistent relationship between analyte level and proportion of variation attributable to sampling.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5989-5996
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00752C
Sphingosine and dihydrosphingosine as biomarkers for multiple sclerosis identified by metabolomic profiling using coupled UPLC-MS
The project aim was to identify differences in the metabolomic profiles in the serum of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), those with neuropathic pain (NP) and those with both MS and NP compared with controls and to identify potential biomarkers of each disease state.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5929-5934
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01922J
Visual determination of ferric ions in aqueous solution based on a high selectivity and sensitivity ratiometric fluorescent nanosensor
A novel ratiometric fluorescent nanosensor for visual sensing of Fe3+ has been developed by integrating yellow-emissive rhodamine derivatives (RhB) onto the surface of silica nanospheres embedded with red CdTe QDs.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5935-5942
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01917C
Characterization of the major chemical constituents in Ardisia gigantifolia by high performance liquid chromatography coupled to electrospray ionization and quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry
Rapid detection and characterization of the major chemical constituents from Ardisia gigantifolia by HPLC-ESI-QTOF-MS/MS.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5816-5825
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01983A
A supercharged fluorescent protein based FRET sensing platform for detection of heparin contamination
A FRET system was successfully constructed using supercharged green fluorescent protein as the energy donor and dye labelled heparin as the energy acceptor. The FRET sensing platform can be used to detect OSCS contaminant in heparin.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5593-5597
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01907F
A novel photoelectrode based on eosin Y–rhodamine B duo-dye sensitized Au nanoparticles by in situ reduction
A novel strategy for the fabrication of a photoelectrochemical system, involving a duo-dye sensitized Au NPs composite, that displays a specific response to mercury.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5586-5592
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01743J
Frequency characterization of flow magnitude and phase in resonant microfluidic circuits
Microfluidic equivalents of electrical resonant circuits exhibit predicted resonance behavior in both magnitude and phase of the harmonic flow as evidenced by two independent characterization techniques.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5425-5432
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01699A
Determination of trace rhodamine B by spectrofluorometry and magnetic solid phase extraction based on a 3D reduced graphene oxide composite
Sample pre-treatment by magnetic solid phase extraction based on a 3D reduced graphene oxide composite.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5433-5440
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01622K
In situ cocoa beans quality grading by near-infrared-chemodyes systems
Cocoa beans were quality graded innovatively using a near-infrared chemo-dyes system as aroma sensor to capture and detect their volatiles.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5455-5463
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01751K
Highly sensitive electrochemical detection of mercuric ions based on sequential nucleic acid amplification and guanine nanowire formation
This work reported a strategy of combining enzyme/DNAzyme amplification and guanine nanowires to develop a bioassay for Hg2+ detection.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5478-5483
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01916E

FTIR-spectroscopic and LA-ICP-MS imaging for combined hyperspectral image analysis of tumor models
Advantages of combined image analysis were demonstrated using infrared spectroscopy and mass spectrometry while characterizing biochemical changes occurring in tumor models.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5464-5471
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01369H
A fluorescence-enhanced probe for rapid detection of formaldehyde and its application for cell imaging
An anthracene carboxyimide-based fluorescent probe was developed for rapid detection of formaldehyde in living cells with high sensitivity and selectivity.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5472-5477
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01786C
A signal-off aptasensor for the determination of Ochratoxin A by differential pulse voltammetry at a modified Au electrode using methylene blue as an electrochemical probe
A signal-off aptasensor for OTA detection at an apt/cDNA/AuNPs/cPC/NH2–AuE electrode using methylene blue as an electrochemical probe.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5449-5454
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01735A
Control of pH for separated quantitation of nitrite and cyanide ions using photoluminescent copper nanoclusters
A dual sensing probe for quantitation of NO2− and CN− ions.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5254-5259
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01300K
Estimation of relative oxygen metabolic activity microdistribution in biofilms based on the catastrophe point phenomenon during oxygen-infusion processes
A new method has been developed for estimating relative oxygen metabolic activity microdistribution in biofilms based on catastrophe points during oxygen-infusion processes.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5293-5300
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01773A
Normalization strategy for the LC-MS bioanalysis of protein kinetics assays via internal proteolytic analyte utilized as control standard: application in studies of HIV-1 protease cleavage of HIV-1 Gag polyprotein in HIV maturation inhibition research
The LC-MS bioanalysis of protein kinetics assays is simplified by a data normalization strategy via internal proteolytic analyte utilized as a control standard.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5219-5225
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01666B
Rapid and sensitive detection of E. coli O157:H7 based on antimicrobial peptide functionalized magnetic nanoparticles and urease-catalyzed signal amplification
Rapid and sensitive detection of E. coli O157:H7 based on antimicrobial peptide functionalized magnetic nanoparticles and label-free urease-catalyzed signal amplification.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 5204-5210
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01643C
Development of an easily adaptable, high sensitivity source for inlet ionization
Unexpected ionization processes were recently discovered for use in mass spectrometry in which no added energy is required to convert condensed-phase molecules to gas-phase ions with ESI-like charge states by simply introducing the matrix/analyte sample into the sub-atmospheric pressure of the mass spectrometer.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 4971-4978
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00995J
Pulsed probe electrospray and nano-electrospray: the temporal profiles of ion formation from the Taylor cone
The temporal profiles of ion signals were measured for probe electrospray ionization (PESI) and nano-electrospray ionization (nESI) by changing the pulse width of the high voltage applied to the emitters.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 4958-4963
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01275F
Metabolic comparison of dorsal versus ventral cells directly in the live 8-cell frog embryo by microprobe single-cell CE-ESI-MS
We uncovered previously unknown metabolic differences between dorsal and ventral cells in the 8-cell vertebrate embryo using microprobe single-cell CE-ESI-MS.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 4964-4970
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00834A
Optimization of subcritical water extraction of phenolic antioxidants from pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) peel by response surface methodology
Subcritical water extraction (SWE), a ‘green’ and efficient extraction technology, was applied to extract phenolic antioxidants from pomegranate peel in this study.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 4647-4656
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01475A
Pentafluorophenyl bonded phase separation: the assay of Australian antioxidant formulation of ascorbic acid, rutin and hesperidin
This work describes two novel validated HPLC methods for the separation and determination of potent antioxidant formulation.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 4514-4519
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01505D
Amino-terminated hyper-branched polyamidoamine polymer grafted magnetic graphene oxide nanosheets as an efficient sorbent for the extraction of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors from plasma samples
In this study, third generation dendrimers covalently bonded to magnetic graphene oxide nanosheets (DMGO) were prepared.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 4504-4513
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01166K
A simple and sensitive electrochemical detection of furazolidone based on an Au nanoparticle functionalized graphene modified electrode
A new sensor using a glassy carbon electrode modified with graphene and Au nanoparticles (Gr/Au/GCE) was designed to investigate the electrochemical behavior of furazolidone (FZD).
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 4341-4348
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01494E
FTIR as a rapid tool for monitoring molecular weight distribution during enzymatic protein hydrolysis of food processing by-products
An FTIR-based multivariate approach is developed for monitoring molecular weight distribution during enzymatic protein hydrolysis of byproducts.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 4247-4254
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00865A
Retrospective case study on the suitability of mid-infrared microscopic imaging for the diagnosis of mucormycosis in human tissue sections
MIR microscopic imaging with subsequent PCA clustering is a very promising tool for the detection and identification of mucormycetes in pathology routine laboratories.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 4135-4142
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01132F
Construction of a novel ratiometric near-infrared fluorescent probe for SO2 derivatives and its application for biological imaging
A novel near-infrared ratiometric fluorescent probe for detecting SO2 derivatives was developed and used for fluorescence imaging in living cells.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 3790-3794
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01113J
An ultra-sensitive 2D electrochemical sensor based on a PtNPs@graphene/Nafion nanocomposite for determination of α1-AR antagonist silodosin in human plasma
An ultra-sensitive and selective 2D electrochemical sensor based on a PtNPs@GRP/NFN nanocomposite was developed for routine detection of α1-AR antagonists such as silodosin in human plasma.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 3782-3789
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00992E
Enzyme mediated assembly of gold nanoparticles for ultrasensitive colorimetric detection of hepatitis C virus antibody
A novel enzyme mediated AuNP assembly based colorimetric method for ultrasensitive detection of hepatitis C virus antibody.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 3777-3781
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY01086A
Giant magnetoimpedance based immunoassay for cardiac biomarker myoglobin
A GMI sensor integrated with a microcavity was fabricated by micro-electro-mechanical-system (MEMS) technology.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 3636-3642
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00981J
Functionalization of gold nanoparticles with nanobodies through physical adsorption
The physical adsorption behaviour of nanobodies to gold nanoparticles is described for the first time in an extensive manner including parameters such as pI, ionic strength and several protein engineering strategies. The generated nanobody-gold conjugates are functional.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 3430-3440
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00854F
New particle-based trace explosive test material produced by drop-on-demand inkjet printing for quantitative wipe-sampling studies
Inkjet printing is used to produce arrays of explosives on non-stick substrates that are transferred to test surfaces for quantitative wipe sampling studies.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 3441-3449
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00554G
Real-time assay of inorganic pyrophosphatase activity in the red region based on Li+-doped NaYF4:Yb,Er upconversion luminescent nanoparticles
Based on a competition assay approach, a new highly sensitive method for real-time detection of PPase activity using Li+-doped NaYF4:Yb,Er upconversion red luminescent nanoparticles was developed.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 3296-3301
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00444C
A simple and efficient fluorescent probe for the rapid detection of H2S in living cells and on agar gels
Herein, a simple fluorescent probe, (E)-1,3,3-trimethyl-2-(4-morpholinostyryl)-3H-indol-1-ium iodide (Mi), based on intramolecular charge transfer (ICT) was synthesized.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 3290-3295
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00499K
Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy of blood for sensitive detection of blood hematocrit, sedimentation and dielectric properties
Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) is a highly promising tool for the analysis of blood.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 3302-3313
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00714K
Surface-enhanced Raman scattering using monolayer graphene-encapsulated Ag nanoparticles as a substrate for sensitive detection of 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene
CVD-grown monolayer graphene-encapsulated Ag nanoparticles are used as an effective SERS substrate for selective and sensitive detection of TNT.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 3105-3113
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00724H
Fabrication of a flexible carbon cloth based solid contact iodide selective electrode
Elimination of the inner filling electrolyte of classical ISEs to overcome their associated drawbacks is the major driving force for the evolution of solid contact ISEs.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 2947-2956
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00733G
Facile colorimetric assay for trinitrotoluene based on the intrinsic peroxidase-like activity of MoS2 nanosheets
In this study, a facile colorimetric assay for 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene (TNT) in aqueous solution is developed based on the intrinsic peroxidase-like activity of cysteine protected molybdenum disulfide nanosheets (Cys-MoS2 NSs).
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 2939-2946
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00484B
Nitrilotriacetate-stabilized gold nanoparticles: a novel strategy for the colorimetric detection of Cr(III)/Cr(VI) and the mechanistic aspects
Nitrilotriacetate (NTA) has been reported to behave as both a reductant and a stabilizer for gold nanoparticle (AuNP) preparation in a one-pot synthesis and colorimetric assay.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 2805-2811
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00989E
Au nanoparticles anchored on Ni(OH)2 nanowires with multiple cavities for selective electrochemical detection of dopamine
Au nanoparticles supported on nickel hydroxide nanowires with multiple cavities (Au/m-Ni(OH)2) were synthesized and used for the enhanced electrochemical sensing of dopamine (DA).
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 2812-2820
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00090A
A novel chemiluminescent immunochromatographic assay strip for rapid detection of mercury ions
A chemiluminescent immunochromatographic assay strip for rapid detection of Hg2+ was developed by using an anti-Hg2+ monoclonal antibody that could directly recognize Hg2+.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 2401-2406
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY00231A

Highly sensitive poisoning-resistant optical carbon dioxide sensors for environmental monitoring
Resistivity of optical carbon dioxide chemosensors towards poisoning by acidic gases is significantly improved by using an additional perfluorinated polymer coating making the sensors suitable for long-term measurements.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 55-65
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C6AY02949C
Checkpoints for preliminary identification of small molecules found enriched in autophagosomes and activated mast cell secretions analyzed by comparative UPLC/MSe
Checkpoints in processing of metabolomics data are essential to reliably define preliminary identifications of metabolomic studies.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 46-54
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C6AY02500E
Standoff chemical imaging finds evidence for Jackson Pollock's selective use of alkyd and oil binding media in a famous ‘drip’ painting
Near-infrared diffuse reflectance imaging spectroscopy (NIR-RIS, 1000 to 2500 nm) was used to map the use of alkyd and oil paints in Jackson Pollock's Number 1, 1950 (Lavender Mist), one of his most important ‘drip’ or ‘poured’ paintings.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 28-37
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C6AY01795A
Method to study particle flow bias at a channel bifurcation in a microfluidic device
We demonstrate an empirical method and a balanced random forest statistical analysis to study the efficacy of microfluidic cell sorter designs with an imbalanced distribution of outcomes. The study uses polystyrene beads as model cells and studies the effects of design variables on the outcome of the beads at a Y-shaped bifurcation.
Anal. Methods, 2017,9, 6719-6724
http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C7AY02224G
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