Wednesday Webinars on Separation Solutions
We’re very excited to bring you a 6 part series of webinars that will air on Wednesdays beginning March 23 and concluding April 6. Each Wednesday there will be a 1 hour webinar from 11:00AM – 12:00PM (EST) and a 1 hour webinar from 3:00PM to 4:00PM (EST) on a range of different applications and topics using the miniGC, miniGAS and miniLC featuring:
- Dr. Ronda Gras of Dow Chemical
- Prof. Jim Grinias of Rowan University
- Prof. Emanuela Gionfriddo of The University of Toledo
- Todd Griffin of G2 Analytical
- Prof. Nick Snow of Seton Hall University
- Dr. Alicia Stell of CEM Corporation/Lucidity
CEM | Lucidity is pleased to bring together leaders in the field of chromatographic separation to highlight their cutting edge research and share their techniques with the scientific community. Join us each Wednesday to learn about what is new in chromatography and have the opportunity to ask questions after each talk.
Wed March 23
4:00 - 5:00 PM (CET) Simple and Efficient Solutions for Sample Preparation and Analysis
To achieve efficient analysis for analytes in solid matrices an efficient extraction is first necessary. CEM offers solvent extraction solutions that produce excellent recoveries extracted in less than 10 minutes in one simple automated process. CEM’s extractions solutions can be paired with Lucidity analysis systems, the miniGC and miniLC. The miniGC, a GC-FID, and the mini-LC, an LC-UV, offer ease of use with a small footprint. The systems are so simple that the operator does not need to be a trained chemist, and the small footprints allows the movement of the systems for point of need analysis. Spanning numerous applications in many markets, including food and environmental, CEM sample preparation solutions combined with Lucidity analysis systems allows for accessibility of this type of work to those whom previously considered it impossible. Thus, CEM and Lucidity systems are an excellent option for laboratories seeking a simple solution for extraction and analysis.
Presenter: Alicia D. Stell, PhD (Product Manager, Organic Solutions Division, CEM Corporation)
Dr. Alicia Douglas Stell has worked with CEM for the past 14 years joining after completing her PhD in Analytical Chemistry. Her extensive background in chromatographic analysis and her mechanical expertise have been instrumental in the development of novel systems for sample preparation and analysis. She has traveled the world to present on these novel systems and to identify new markets for this innovative technology.
8:00 – 9:00 PM (CET) Detection and Quantification of THC Isomers in Cannabis Infused Edibles
The popularity of cannabis infused edibles continues to increase due to state medical and recreational cannabis programs. The 2018 Farm Bill has also led to the introduction of hemp infused consumer products. Recently, hemp derived THC isomers, such as delta-8 THC, have been infused into a wide variety of edibles. The complex nature of edible matrices, and chemical similarity in the THC isomers, presents challenges for labs to accurately detect and quantify these cannabinoids. There is a need for cost effective and reliable sample preparation and analysis techniques. Traditional sample preparation techniques, like QuEChERS, are slow and complex. A novel automated solvent extraction method has been used to prepare the edibles infused with THC isomers and a miniature high pressure liquid chromatography system is used to analyze the samples. This presentation will present the automated sample preparation technique and compare results with QuEChERS method. The HPLC method will be presented along with results from the miniature HPLC.
Presenter: Todd Griffin (CEO and Chief Scientist, Griffin and Griffin Analytical Associates)
Todd Griffin is the CEO and Chief Scientist for Griffin and Griffin Analytical Associates. Todd cofounded G2 Analytical with his daughter in 2019. G2 Analytical works at the intersection of science and society to address some of society’s most challenging analysis problems and contribute to a healthier, safer, and more informed community. Todd is also an instructor of chemistry and mathematics at Wingate University. Prior to starting G2 Analytical, Todd was the Director of Research and Engineering at Chemring Detection Systems and Director of Science & Technology at General Dynamics, ATP leading a dynamic organization dedicated to the research, development, manufacturing, and support of threat detection systems for the defense and security industry. Todd was also the Chief Scientist for Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) for Night Vision, Electro Optics, Chemical, Biological, and Explosives Detection. Todd completed his undergraduate degrees in Chemistry and Mathematics at Wingate University and his graduate degree at Indiana University, Bloomington.
