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UTrain
MTS Helpdesk
Free booklet of HPLC data
HPLC column efficiency
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This month we have news on UTrain, the MTS in-house training solution, and we are asking you to take part in our poll to find out how you like to learn. Also we introduce a new feature on the MTS blog: the MTS Helpdesk, where you can submit queries relating to chemical analysis of pharmaceuticals and training. You are also welcome to comment on other people's queries. The free stuff this month is a booklet full of useful HPLC data for your lab coat pocket. Finally, this month Lab Tech Guy comments on 'white powder on the balance'.
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Oona McPolinTraining Services Manager
September 2009
UTrain: the definitive in-house training solution for basic HPLC
UTrain is a comprehensive online, in-house training package which practically delivers itself! We have news of our new UTrain Basic HPLC training course. Also, cast your vote in our poll on your preferred method of learning.
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MTS Helpdesk
Do you have any problems relating to analytical chemistry for pharmaceuticals or training? Send your questions to the MTS helpdesk.
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PocketLab - Free booklet of HPLC data
This useful little booklet is made using a single sheet of paper. It contains information on common HPLC buffers and solvents and also a pressure conversion table. You can download this resource in A4 and Letter paper sizes.
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What is HPLC column efficiency?
Column efficiency, also known as plate count, is a measure of the dispersion of a peak. Narrow peaks take up less space in the chromatogram and thus allow more peaks to be separated. They are also easier to integrate since they give better resolution and less overlapping.
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This month Lab Tech Guy gives advice on dealing with that most frustrating of problems, white powder on the balance.Read more
And the winner is...
Congratulations to Marjorie from Boston in the United States who has won an iPod Shuffle for submitting this month's question for Ask Lab Tech Guy.
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