Expanding Ion Chromatography with Advanced Detection Technologies
Ion chromatography (IC) has long been a trusted technique for ionic analysis, with conductivity detection as its standard workhorse. However, alternate detection technologies are unlocking new possibilities for sensitivity, selectivity, and broader application coverage. In this webinar, we’ll explore three powerful alternatives: UV/Vis, amperometric, and mass spectrometry (MS) detection, and examine how each can enhance your IC workflows.
We’ll discuss practical examples of when to apply each detection method, helping you understand which technologies are best suited for different analytes, sample types, and industry needs. Whether you're analyzing food and beverage products, monitoring environmental contaminants, or working with other complex matrices, alternate detectors can offer significant advantages. Along the way, we’ll share key insights on optimizing your methods for each detector type—covering considerations like system setup, sample prep, and choosing the right chemistry. Whether you're expanding into new applications or looking to refine existing methods, this session will offer actionable guidance to help you get the most out of your IC system.
Who should attend?
- Analytical chemists and method development scientists looking to expand or refine their use of ion chromatography
- Lab managers and technical staff seeking to evaluate or implement alternate detection technologies
- Professionals in environmental, food, pharmaceutical, or industrial sectors aiming to enhance analytical capabilities
Key learning points
- Learn the core principles and application benefits of UV/Vis, amperometric, and mass spectrometry (MS) detection in ion chromatography
- Understand how to choose the right detection method based on sample type, analyte characteristics, and application requirements
- Explore practical method development tips to optimize performance with each detection technology
Presenter: Jay Gandhi. PhD (Vertical Market Manager, Metrohm USA)
Dr. Gandhi brings 38+ years of proficiency with virtually all analytical instrumentation and the techniques of Environmental, Petrochemical and Pharmaceutical testing and research. Jay is currently involved with the development of «Total Fluorine» analysis using combustion ion chromatography (CIC). Since 2003, Dr. Gandhi is a non-paid adjunct faculty at University of Houston-Clearlake where he enjoys guiding graduate and post-graduate students in their independent study program.
Presenter: Bikash Chouhan, PhD (Applications Specialist, Ion Chromatography, Metrohm USA)
Bikash Chouhan is an Applications Specialist for Ion Chromatography at Metrohm USA. He completed his PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). His area of research during his PhD was in Capillary Scale Ion Chromatography. He has worked as a Post Doc at Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, UTA and as a Senior Scientist in IC at Eurofins, before joining Metrohm USA. He is currently involved in expanding IC applications to more unique and challenging sample matrices.
