High Temperature, High Pressure, High Confidence: Sample Preparation for Demanding Samples
Accurate elemental analysis begins with complete and reproducible sample preparation. For laboratories working with challenging matrices, conventional preparation approaches, including standard microwave digestion, may not always achieve full decomposition. Incomplete digestion can result in poor recoveries, matrix effects, instrument contamination, and ultimately unreliable analytical results.
This webinar will examine how sustained high-temperature and high-pressure microwave digestion enables the thorough breakdown of even the most demanding samples, providing a dependable foundation for ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and other elemental techniques. Operating at elevated conditions for extended periods allows laboratories to tackle matrices that would otherwise resist complete digestion or require complex, time-intensive alternatives.
We will show how maintaining these extreme conditions enhances reaction kinetics, improves acid effectiveness, and supports the efficient decomposition of robust materials. Through practical examples, attendees will see how optimized digestion parameters translate into cleaner solutions, better analyte recovery, and greater confidence in downstream elemental analysis.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand why sustained high temperature and pressure are essential for complete digestion
- Recognize the analytical risks of incomplete sample decomposition
- Learn how elevated conditions improve digestion efficiency and acid reactivity
- Identify sample types that benefit most from high-performance digestion
- Gain practical strategies for optimizing digestion methods for reliable ICP analysis
Shanyce Nicholson is an Application Scientist at Anton Paar USA for the ASC, Raman, and FTIR product lines, combining a strong technical background with business acumen. With a bachelor’s degree in physics and dual master’s degrees in business and mechanical and nuclear engineering, Shanyce excels in providing advanced technical support and innovative solutions to customers. Her expertise spans across complex engineering systems, making her a valuable resource in optimizing product performance and application processes.
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