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analytical chemistry, trace analysis

Using the power of magnets to separate drug powders

There are many ways to separate a mixture of powder drugs – but magnetic levitation? Continue reading Using the power of magnets to separate drug powders

Unknown's avatarLauren GandyFebruary 5, 2020September 21, 2021Leave a comment
analytical chemistry, trace analysis

Drugs, Drugs Everywhere

Every day, people come in contact with legal and illegal substances, whether directly or indirectly – such as handling cocaine-contaminated bills. How do crime laboratories separate the difference from cross-contamination on the scientists and the samples from casework? Continue reading Drugs, Drugs Everywhere

Unknown's avatarCaitlyn WenselJanuary 24, 2020January 24, 20202 Comments
analytical chemistry, trace analysis

Don’t touch that bag!

While seizing illicit drugs, CSI techs and police are potentially exposed to potent, life-threatening opioid compounds. Could this field detection method allow on-site screening and the protection of law enforcement? Continue reading Don’t touch that bag!

Unknown's avatarLauren GandyDecember 16, 2019December 16, 2019Leave a comment
analytical chemistry, trace analysis, Uncategorized

Detecting drugs and explosives in fingerprints

Researchers show how mass spec imaging reveals information on drugs and explosives that a suspect touched, all from their fingerprint! Continue reading Detecting drugs and explosives in fingerprints

Unknown's avatarLauren GandyOctober 10, 2019December 16, 2019Leave a comment

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