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Shimadzu marks 150 years of innovation in Precision Analytical Instrumentation, focusing on Kaizen & Excellence in Science. Our advanced solutions include Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry & Spectroscopy. Learn more: www.shimadzu.co.uk

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Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 1h

🧪 Did you know SFC was first described as high pressure gas chromatography, expanding the range of compounds which could be analysed by GC.

Join us in Cambridge on Nov 12 for our UK SFC Users Day! 👉cutt.ly/nrHJwWtY
#SFC #GasChromatography #ScienceEvents

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 1d

🧪Did you know that you can use HPLC columns in SFC? To do this, make sure to flush the column with 100% methanol to remove the CO2 which isn’t miscible with water.

To learn how to upgrade your LC to LC/SFC switching system join Shimadzu’s UK SFC Users Day on 12 Nov. Register: cutt.ly/nrHJwWtY

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 1d

⚗️🧪 Scaling Compound Synthesis at Liverpool ChiroChem! Ross Goodyear leads a lab that develops novel building blocks from a 1 billion compound virtual library. Ross and his team drive progress in chemical discovery by automating purification for hundreds of compounds weekly! More: cutt.ly/BrZEsxbL

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 2d

🧪Did you know SFC is similar to HPLC but liquid mobile phase is replaced by highly compressed gas which, at the right temperature & pressure is supercritical fluid, often mixed with polar organic solvent?

Join experts from GSK & Syngenta on 12 Nov for UK SFC Users Day in Cambridge!👉cutt.ly/nrHJwWtY

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 5d

📝🧪 As the Nobel Prize announcements unfold, read inspiring dialogue here between Nobel Laureates Koichi Tanaka and Prof. Shinya Yamanaka as they share their insights on innovation in science! 👉 zurl.co/PfOxC

#KyotoUniversity #Science #Healthcare #Innovation #NobelPrize

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 5d

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Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 6d

Yesterday our team delivered a well-received Lunch & Learn session at Aston University - it's great to get involved! 🧪
#chromatography #150years #Shimadzu

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 6d

That's awesome - lucky students! Thanks for sharing 🙂

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 7d

Dr Dale McClure is in Chemical Engineering at Brunel University, London! 🌱 His research on sustainable biotechnology is paving the way for safe & cost-effective bioprocesses in food & nutraceuticals. He specialises in quantifying compounds like vitamins & fatty acids.
More cutt.ly/BrZEsxbL 🔬🧪

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 9d

At Global Access Diagnostics, the chemistry team, led by James Schouten, ensures top-notch quality control for biochemical reagents crucial for diagnostics.
More: cutt.ly/BrZEsxbL 🔬🧪

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 11d

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Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 12d

🧬🧪Unlocking immune regulation at St George’s, University of London! Prof Derek Macallan’s team explores immune cell dynamics to better understand disease responses. With advanced deuterium tracers and GC–MS analysis, they’re uncovering vital insights into human immunobiology.
More: cutt.ly/BrZEsxbL

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 12d

Of course! Will get it across to you next week Andres 🙂 Thanks for the follow!

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 12d

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You're also our 1st UK followers & win yourself a bag or a mug! DM us your choice & full UK address & we'll ship them!
9 more still to be won...🧪🎉

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 12d

That's great to hear - enjoy!🙂

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 12d

🌟 Celebrate Shimadzu's 150th Anniversary with our October quiz! 🌟
Win a Sakura Wine Alley Book Nook Kit and explore Showa-era Japan! 🏯✨

💡 Q: What is the significance of Shimadzu's Amyloid MS CL technology in Alzheimer's research?
🔗 cutt.ly/WrLFirEG

Test your knowledge and join the fun!🧪

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 14d

Ready to dive into Supercritical Fluid Chromatography (SFC)? 🎉 Our FREE SFC Online Course is now open for registration! 📩 Sign up and get the first unit right in your inbox.
Complete a short test at the end for a Certificate of Participation! 🎓🧪
Don't miss out! Register here: cutt.ly/4rMJMWKq

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 15d

🌟 UK SFC Fans, join us on Nov 12, at The Babraham Institute in #Cambridge for an exciting session on Supercritical Fluid Chromatography! 🧪 Hear from Stuart Whibley of Astex Pharmaceuticals on "Are SFC Retention Mechanisms Indistinguishable from Magic?" Don’t miss it👉 Register: cutt.ly/nrHJwWtY

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 15d

Thank you Dakshat!

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 20d

We're delighted to be celebrating our 150th Anniversary at Lab Innovations 2025 in #Birmingham on 29 & 30 October - come and join us, you won't be able to miss our stunning stand - H70! 🙂🥢
We'll have a variety of our analytical instruments on display! 🧪
Register here 👇
cutt.ly/vrCUJkuO

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 20d

Aug's Q: What earned Koichi Tanaka Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2002?🧪
A: C - Advancement in laser desorption ionisation for mass spectrometry!🏆
Congrats to winner, Neil!🎉

🌟 Sept quiz is LIVE 1 week left!
💡 Q: When did Shimadzu introduce Analytical Intelligence in its LC systems?
🔗 cutt.ly/LrCIE35a

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 22d

🧪Ever wondered how plant-based meats are crafted to mimic the real thing? 🌱
Discover the science behind these innovative alternatives and their potential impact on health, ethics, and the environment. Check it out 👉 cutt.ly/GrCIsEYv
#PlantBased #Innovation #Sustainability

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 27d

Are you a UK SFC User? Join us on 12 Nov at the @babrahaminst.bsky.social in #Cambridge to explore Supercritical Fluid Chromatography (#SFC) with Jan Bucek from Plasmion. Don't miss this chance to enhance your knowledge and network! Details & register: cutt.ly/nrHJwWtY

#Networking #ScienceEvent 🎉🧪

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 28d

Investigating how heat affects e-cigarette flavour ingredients! 🔬 A recent study using gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) reveals how heating changes flavours, like raspberry. This could improve quality control and consumer safety in the vaping market. 🧪

Read more 👉cutt.ly/prCU158w

Shimadzu UK @shimadzuuk.bsky.social · 28d

You’re welcome! Enjoy 🙂