Bench Boost by Inorganic Ventures
Join our host and Inorganic Ventures Technical Director, Mike Booth, as he sparks insightful conversations with our panel of experts in Bench Boost, your go-to podcast for analytical chemistry enthusiasts. Together, they explore the realm of ICP, sharing tips and tricks and diving deep into all things analytical chemistry.
Bench Boost by Inorganic Ventures
Tech Support Part 1: Troubleshooting Mercury Analysis & Storage Tips for Custom Standards
•
Inorganic Ventures
In this episode of Bench Boost, host Mike Booth sits down with R&D Chemists Liv Forbes and Madeline Gozzi to dive into real-world technical support questions from the lab. From the tricky behavior of mercury in cannabis matrices to the best way to store custom blend standards, the team shares practical advice and insights you can apply directly to your work.
Key topics include:
- Challenges in mercury analysis on ICP-MS — washout, volatilization, and matrix effects
- Practical troubleshooting tips for improving accuracy with mercury standards
- Storage guidelines for custom blends, including when refrigeration is helpful
- How TCT packaging extends stability and shelf life of standards
