Applications

Environmental analysis is a rapidly evolving field, driven by advancements in methodology and technology. Accurate analysis is crucial for researchers and lawmakers to make informed decisions regarding environmental health and protection. Environmental laboratories face unique challenges including diverse sample matrices, strict regulatory requirements, and the need to achieve low detection limits while maintaining high throughput. Organomation’s equipment is specifically designed to address these challenges.

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Soil, Water, and Air Samples

- Samples analyzed for contaminants including heavy metals, pesticides, and hydrocarbons. 

- Utilize standardized sample collection techniques appropriate to each medium.

- Analytical procedures follow EPA-approved methods for detecting specific analytes. 

Sample Preparation Techniques

- Homogenization to create uniform composition in soil.

- Filtration and centrifugation for separating particulates and components based on density.

- Various extraction methods for removing target analytes from sample matrices.

- Drying and concentration for ease of analysis and increasing detection sensitivity.

Applications

- Environmental monitoring agencies

- Academic research

- Manufacturing, mining, and agriculture industries

Pesticides represent a significant category of environmental contaminants that require consistent monitoring and analysis to protect both human health and ecosystems. These types of samples require meticulous sample preparation to ensure accurate results. Many EPA methods have been established to provide a foundation for testing and analysis methods.

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Applications

- Environmental monitoring of pesticide residues in soil, water, and air.

- Food safety testing for residual pesticides remaining after cultivation.

- Agricultural research and development to enhance crop protection and yield.

- Regulatory compliance testing to meet national and international safety standards.

EPA Methods

- EPA Method 1699 for analysis of pesticides in water, soil, sediment, and biological samples. 

- EPA Method 8081 for detection of organochlorine pesticides. 

- EPA Method 8082 for analysis of polychlorinated biphenyls. 

- EPA Method 8270 for detection of semi-volatile organic compounds. 

- EPA Method 3546 for the extraction of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

This type of research focuses on understanding the elaborate function of lipids within the human body related to cell structure and activity. It has led to advances in the understanding of lipid related diseases and potential therapeutic strategies. It demands precise sample preparation techniques for the analysis of complex lipid profiles. Organomation’s nitrogen evaporators and custom solutions provide researchers with reliable tools for extracting, concentrating, and analyzing lipids.

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Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAMEs) Analysis Application

- Food quality control assessing value, flavor, and shelf life. 

- Environmental monitoring of microbial systems. 

- Biomedical research surrounding lipid disorders. 

- Pharmaceutical development with lipid delivery systems. 

Research Applications

- Plant lipidomics for studying mechanisms of drought tolerance. 

- Lipid droplet isolation and analysis for pesticide profiling in plant and animal tissues. 

- Neuroscience research focused on lipid involvement in brain function and signaling. 

- Monitoring of persistent organic pollutant (POP) accumulation in environmental and biological samples.

The metabolome is highly dynamic, with metabolite concentrations fluctuating rapidly in response to different stimuli. Proper sample handling and preparation are vital for preserving the integrity of easily degraded metabolites. The detection of downstream metabolites is especially important in clinical settings. Organomation’s nitrogen evaporation systems have become essential tools in this field, offering efficient solvent removal while preserving sample integrity.

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Clinical Applications

- Biological sample preparation for drug testing and screening.

- Sample preparation for instrumental analysis such as GC-MS  and LC-MS/MS.

- High throughput metabolite concentration. 

Research Applications

- Tumor microenvironment analysis to study cellular interactions and therapeutic targets. 

- Neurological and muscular system research focused on disease mechanisms and biomarker discovery. 

- Environmental toxin and pesticide residue analysis in soil, water, and biological samples. 

- Forensic toxicology investigations for detection and interpretation of toxic substances in legal contexts. 

Cannabis represents a growing field with increased need for simple and effective sample preparation solutions. Organomation's suite of evaporators, including the N-EVAP, MULTIVAP, and MICROVAP systems, have been successfully integrated into published research protocols regarding cannabis detection and analysis. These evaporators help to ensure scientific rigor, reproducibility, and confidence in cannabinoid analysis.

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Applications

- Breath extraction for non-invasive sampling of volatile biomarkers.

- Decarboxylation processes for cannabinoid activation and compound transformation.

- Metabolite identification and quantification of synthetic cannabinoids.