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How Portable NIR and Advanced Modeling Are Reshaping Quality and Trust in the Tobacco Industry
Traditional tobacco has always been complex. Leaf origin, curing, fermentation, blending – variability is intrinsic to the material itself.
Understanding Classification Problems: Theory to Real-World Applications with NIRStudio
Classification models sort NIR spectra into categories: genuine or counterfeit, THC or CBD cannabis, PA6 or PA66. How the algorithms work, with real cases.
Rapid Detection and Quantification of Falsified Viagra
Peer-reviewed study: portable NIR and machine learning told authentic Viagra from falsified tablets, even through the blister, with no false positives.
Current Drug Situation in Europe 2024: An Insightful Analysis
The drug landscape in Europe is continually evolving, driven by the emergence of new substances, shifting usage patterns, and changing policies.
Textile Quality Assurance: Practical Guide for NIR
The integration of NIRStudio heralds a significant leap in textile manufacturing.
Counterfeit Medicines: Unmasking the Role of NIR Spectroscopy
In the realm of pharmaceutical integrity and patient safety, the battle against counterfeit medicines presents a formidable challenge.
The PA6 and PA66 Challenge: Distinguishing the Indistinguishable
In the intricate dance of molecules that shapes the materials of our daily lives, polyamides play a leading role.
Plastic Recycling Revolution: NIR Spectroscopy’s Transformative Role
In our modern world, the issue of plastic recycling has evolved into a global environmental crisis, with millions of tons of plastic produced, used, and discarded each year.
Our Role in Combating Counterfeit Cosmetics to Protect Consumers and Sellers
In an industry as dynamic and rapidly evolving as beauty, the threat of counterfeit cosmetics is a major concern.
How to Set Up Your NIRStudio for Optimal Results in the Polymer Industry
The integration of NIRStudio marks a pivotal advancement in the Polymer industry.
Comprehensive Catalogue for Polymers Detection
The full list of polymers our handheld NIR spectrometer identifies, from the big five (PE, PP, PS, PET, PVC) to PA6 vs PA66, rubbers and bioplastics.
Good Start for the Drug Control Center: Scanned 170 Samples
In six months, the Lausanne facility has attracted 90 consumers wishing to test their drugs. The canton is considering the future of the programme.
How Does Near-infrared Spectroscopy Work?
Near-infrared spectroscopy in a nutshell: how NIR light interacts with molecules and why it is used in chemistry, pharma, agriculture and food science.
The PA6 and PA66 Challenge
PA6 and PA66 look alike but do not recycle together. How NIR spectroscopy tells them apart in five seconds, without melting or pelletizing.
Near-infrared Spectroscopy in Recycling
Recycling has become an important subject in today’s society due to the impact of waste on our environment and the loss of valuable resources.