Slalom chromatography is no longer just a scientific curiosity, it’s a comeback story. Once sidelined due to limited reproducibility and unclear mechanisms, this technique is now gaining momentum thanks to the rise of nucleic acid therapeutics and advances in UHPLC systems. But its revival wasn’t accidental. It took a year-long deep dive into DNA physics,…
Laboratory information management systems (LIMS) are often hailed as the cornerstone of modern lab operations, central to digital transformation and essential for regulatory compliance. They’re positioned as the “digital backbone” of the lab, helping manage samples, data, and routine workflows. And in many ways, that reputation is well-earned. But here’s the reality: A LIMS alone…
Chromatography and mass spectrometry sample preparation is one of the most critical (and underrated) steps in analytical chemistry—ensuring samples are clean and concentrated enough for accurate, reproducible analysis. Shortchanging sample preparation can compromise data accuracy, reduce method robustness, and even cause timely downtime of expensive instrumentation when it matters most. What Are the Challenges in…
We are pleased to announce that Waters Corporation has successfully achieved SOC 2® Type II attestation for the waters_connect Cloud software platform, in accordance with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) standards. This accomplishment reflects our unwavering commitment to safeguarding customer data, building trust, and upholding the highest standards of security, availability, and…
Analytical labs today face mounting pressure: ever more complex samples, rising regulatory demands, and the need to generate answers faster than ever. Traditional mass spectrometry approaches can require compromises, either in data quality or in analytical efficiency, making it harder for scientists to meet demanding timelines with full confidence in their results. Waters XevoTM MRT…
In the fast-paced world of life sciences, staying current isn’t just a best practice, it is a necessity. As technology evolves, so do the risks of your lab falling behind and risking non-compliance with CGMP standards. With general releases of WindowsTM 10 Operating System reaching end of support on October 14, 2025,1 now is the…
How Sygnature Discovery Supports the 3Rs with LC-MS/MS Scientific Precision and Ethical Innovation In the world of drug discovery, researchers face a critical challenge: how do you generate high-quality, reproducible bioanalytical data while minimizing the ethical and logistical burden of using animals in testing? This is especially so with central nervous system (CNS) drug discovery,…
Separating and retaining polar compounds are significant challenges in chromatography. Here, we explore the key technical considerations and solutions for effectively handling these compounds, focusing on advanced chromatographic techniques and column technologies. What Are Polar Compounds? Polar compounds are essential in biological processes, drug design, and industrial applications due to their ability to interact with…
With the ever-present threat of cyberattacks, safeguarding laboratory data has become a top priority for scientists across the globe. Many labs are accelerating digitalization efforts, but that could expose their data to greater risks. The Increase in Lab Digitalization: Effects on Cybersecurity As it turns out, the increase in digitalization, particularly the shift to the…
Whether you are analyzing adeno-associated viruses (AAVs) or virus-like particles, nucleic acids such as RNAs or lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), proteins, or protein complexes, simple and fit-for-purpose tools with speed, accuracy, and precision are essential for driving biotherapeutic innovations forward. In recent years, scientists have increasingly turned to charge detection mass spectrometry (CDMS).
New OligoWorks Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) Kits for extraction and bioanalysis of oligonucleotides deliver advantages over liquid-liquid extraction (LLE) and other existing SPE kits and sample preparation methods. Read on to discover how.
The collaboration between Waters and AWS has enhanced the waters_connect System Monitoring tool, revolutionizing laboratory productivity. This cloud-based platform provides secure, compliant access to chromatography lab information, allowing users to coordinate work, address system errors, and make informed decisions from anywhere, anytime.