(GC) is an analytical technique used to separate and detect the chemical components of a sample mixture to determine their presence or absence and/or quantities. These chemical components are usually ...

Whether we know it or not, we rely on a host of analytical techniques in many aspects of our lives, from developing medications to keeping our food safe to enforcing the law. Many of the compounds ...

This protocol describes an analytical platform for the analysis of intra- and extracellular metabolites of microbial cells (yeast, filamentous fungi and bacteria) using gas chromatography–mass ...

As the holidays draw near, many of us will hop on a plane to visit friends and family – or just get away from it all. Some will be subjected to a swab at the airport to test clothes and baggage for ...

Forensic techniques are used to investigate and help solve many different crimes, including theft, drug trafficking and use, murder, and terrorism. Forensic scientists, therefore, need to use the most ...