Technology

Our expertise drives innovation, development, and application of informatics and software that continue to enable leading pharmaceutical, environmental, food & beverage and chemical materials organizations to accelerate decision-making, improve laboratory effectiveness, and get products to market faster.

  • Unlocking Faster, More Confident Antibody Analytics with Modern Protein A Affinity Chromatography

    By Waters Staff Reading Time: 3 minutes

    Biologics developers today face unprecedented pressure: tighter timelines, increasingly complex antibody formats, and a growing need for real-time process understanding. Yet many analytical workflows still rely on methods that can’t deliver the speed, sensitivity, or depth required for modern bioprocessing. That’s where advances in Protein A (ProA) affinity chromatography are making a meaningful difference, reshaping…

  • Why More Laboratories are Choosing Empower Subscription Bundles

    By Kate DiGatti Reading Time: 5 minutes

    For more than three decades, Waters Empower Chromatography Data System (CDS) has been the trusted foundation for chromatography data management. Empower Software enables laboratories to address regulatory requirements, deliver consistent results, and scale operations. But the pace of change in today’s scientific world is unprecedented- unlike anything labs have experienced before. Global supply chains, the…

  • Enzymatic Digestion: Accelerating Bioseparations with Novel Enzymes

    By Elizabeth Foley Reading Time: 4 minutes

    The Role of Enzymes in LC-MS Analysis of Modern Biotherapeutics  Enzymes are nature’s catalysts, enabling precise and efficient biochemical transformations. In analytical workflows, enzymatic digestion is a cornerstone technique for breaking down complex biomolecules into smaller, more manageable fragments. This process is critical for applications such as peptide mapping in protein characterization and oligonucleotide mapping…

  • Slalom Chromatography: A High-Speed Path to Nucleic Acid Separation

    By Elizabeth Foley Reading Time: 4 minutes

    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,…

  • Is Your LIMS Holding Your Lab Back? Why a LIMS Alone Isn’t Enough 

    By Kate DiGatti Reading Time: 5 minutes

    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…

  • Solid-Phase Extraction: From Sample Prep Fundamentals to Best Practices

    By Chelsea Plummer Reading Time: 4 minutes

    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…

  • Achieving SOC 2 Type II Compliance: A Milestone in Customer Trust and Security

    By Lola Armstead Reading Time: 4 minutes

    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…

  • Xevo MRT System in Action: Driving Innovation in Mass Spectrometry 

    By Jayne Kirk Reading Time: 4 minutes

    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…

  • Staying Current: Why Upgrading Matters for Your Lab’s Future

    By Tracy Hibbs Reading Time: 4 minutes

    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…

  • Improving, Retaining, and Separating Polar Compounds Using Chromatographic Techniques

    By Chris Collins Reading Time: 5 minutes

    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…

  • Protecting Your Laboratory Data: Cybersecurity at Waters

    By Lola Armstead Reading Time: 4 minutes

    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…

  • Increasing Lab Efficiency with Amazon Web Services to Enable Real-Time Remote Access to Lab Information

    By Kate DiGatti Reading Time: 5 minutes

    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.