Advanced strategies in LC/MS/MS for the clean-up and the analysis of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in various matrices

Overview

PFAS testing has become one of the most important topics facing food and environmental laboratories over the last two years. PHENOMENEX and SCIEX have worked with collaborators to overcome the significant challenges of such analyses, and now offer the most sensitive and robust LC-MS/MS and sample preparation solutions, with methods and software which are ready to implement.

Key Learning Points

• Background to PFAS and their regulations

• Sample Preparation strategies from various matrices

• Correct HPLC column choice

• Challenges in method development and how they can be minimized

• A sensitive and robust method applicable to water and food samples

Who should attend:

• LC/MS or Sample Prep Users, working with several matrices that want to get tips on PFAS method development or on improving their method.

Presenter: Daniel McMillan (SCIEX)

Dan has been working in the MS industry for 20 years as an instrument and applications specialist. At SCIEX, he is now responsible for developing the food, environmental, cannabis and forensics markets throughout the EMEAI region. He has worked with major research and regulatory organizations to develop new applications in line with legislation that is constantly evolving. Dan’s role is now primarily to ensure that SCIEX produces relevant solutions and to promote them in the industry.

Presenter: Duilio Romanello (Phenomenex)

Duilio has been working with Phenomenex since 2008. Since 2010 he has been Product Specialist for the GC and SPE lines and then Account Manager for the South of Italy. Since November 2023 he is covering the role of Senior Technical Specialist.

He has acquired experience in the Food and Environmental sectors by collaborating with important companies in the industry and providing technical support for the development of method optimization, guidance on applications and troubleshooting, assistance in choosing columns for HPLC, Gas Chromatography (GC), SFC and SPE.