Browsing Gill, Chris by Title
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Analysis of surfaces, films, and multilayers by resonant laser ablation
(SPIE, 1995)In this manuscript we review briefly the history of Resonant Laser Ablation (RLA), and discuss some current ideas regarding sample preparation, laser parameters, and mechanism. We also discuss current applications including ... -
Application of weakly ionized plasmas for materials sampling and analysis
(IEEE, 1991-12)The use of weakly ionized plasmas as spectroscopic sources for materials sampling and analysis is reviewed. Plasma sources currently used for this purpose include direct-current and alternating-current plasmas, inductively ... -
[Post-print] A semi-quantitative approach for the rapid screening and mass profiling of naphthenic acids directly in contaminated aqueous samples
(John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2016-01)We report the use of a direct sampling, online analytical approach for the determination of acid extractable naphthenic acids in complex aqueous samples, known as condensed phasemembrane introductionmass spectrometry ... -
[Post-print] Direct quantitation and characterization of fatty acids in salmon tissue by condensed phase membrane introduction mass spectrometry (CP-MIMS) using a modified donor phase
(Springer Nature, 2019-01)Existing mass spectrometric methods for the analysis of fatty acids often require derivatization, chromatographic separations and/or extensive sample preparation. Direct mass spectrometry strategies can avoid these ... -
[Post-print] Discrimination of constructed air samples using multivariate analysis of full scan membrane introduction mass spectrometry (MIMS) data
(John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2018-02-28)RATIONALE: Volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds (S/VOCs) are important atmospheric pollutants affecting both human and environmental health. They are directly measured as an unresolved mixture using membrane ... -
[Post-print] New pH-dependent photosubstitution pathways of syringic acid in aqueous solution: Relevance in environmental photochemistry
(Elsevier, 2009-09-25)The aqueous photochemistry of 4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoic acid (syringic acid) (1) and related compounds has been studied to investigate the novel pH-dependent photosubstitution pathways exhibited upon photolysis. ... -
[Post-print] On-line measurement of oxidative degradation kinetics for trace gasoline contaminants in aqueous solutions and natural water by membrane introduction tandem mass spectrometry
(Taylor & Francis Group, 2010-09-29)Membrane introduction mass spectrometry (MIMS) was used to directly monitor the loss of trace gasoline contaminants (benzene, toluene, 2-methylthiophene and methylcyclohexane) in nanomolar (ppb) aqueous solutions under a ... -
[Post-print] Online measurement of phthalate-particulate matter interactions by membrane introduction mass spectrometry (MIMS)
(Taylor & Francis Group, 2018-02-23)To enable further study and assessment of indoor inhalation exposure risk, an online apparatus enabling measurement of semi-volatile compound partitioning on household particulates was developed. An example method for ... -
[Post-print] Paper spray mass spectrometry for the direct, semi-quantitative measurement of fentanyl and norfentanyl in complex matrices
(Elsevier, 2018-04)Background: Fentanyl is a potent, synthetic opioid at the centre of an international health crisis that has seen thousands of fatal overdoses. Most analytical methods focus on the detection of fentanyl in blood and/or ... -
[Post-print] Photosensitized degradation kinetics of trace halogenated contaminants in natural waters using membrane introduction mass spectrometry as an in-situ reaction monitor
(Royal Society of Chemistry, 2015-11)The photochemically mediated dechlorination of polyhalogenated compounds represents a potential decontamination strategy and a relevant environmental process in chemically reducing media. We report the UV irradiation of ... -
[Post-print] Rapid analysis of fentanyls and other novel psychoactive substances (NPS) in substance use disorder patient urine using paper spray mass spectrometry
(John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2018-08-15)RATIONALE: Drug overdose deaths due to fentanyls and other novel psychoactive substances (NPS) are on the rise. The higher potencies of fentanyl analogs compared with morphine require new technologies to identify and ... -
[Post-print] Rapid screening of carboxylic acids from waste and surface waters by ESI-MS/MS using barium ion chemistry and on-line membrane sampling
(Springer, 2016-03)Negative ion tandem mass spectrometric analysis of aliphatic carboxylic acids often yields only non-diagnostic ([M-H]-) ions with limited selective fragmentation. However, carboxylates cationized with Ba2+ have ... -
[Pre-print] A novel thermally assisted membrane introduction mass spectrometry (MIMS) interface for the rapid and sensitive on-line measurement of volatile and semi-volatile organic contaminants in air and water at parts-per trillion level
(John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2006-07-15)A coaxially heated membrane introduction mass spectrometry (MIMS) sampling interface is presented that demonstrates improved on-line performance for the direct measurement of semi-volatile organic compounds (SVOCs) in air ... -
[Pre-print] Membrane introduction mass spectrometry (MIMS): A versatile tool for direct, real-time chemical measurements
(John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2014-12)Membrane introduction mass spectrometry (MIMS) is a direct, continuous, online measurement technique. It utilizes a membrane to semi-selectively transfer analyte mixtures from a sample to a mass spectrometer, rejecting ... -
[Pre-print] Modeling analyte permeation in cylindrical hollow fiber membrane introduction mass spectrometry
(Elsevier, 2008-11-15)The time-resolved signal generated from membrane introduction mass spectrometry (MIMS) has been modeled in cylindrical coordinates to analyze the data from MIMS experiments, in which a capillary hollow fiber selectively ... -
[Pre-print] Paper spray mass spectrometry for the direct, semi-quantitative measurement of fentanyl and norfentanyl in complex matrices
(Elsevier, 2018)Background: Fentanyl is a potent, synthetic opioid at the centre of an international health crisis that has seen thousands of fatal overdoses. Most analytical methods focus on the detection of fentanyl in blood and/or ... -
[Pre-print] Polymer inclusion membranes with condensed phase membrane introduction mass spectrometry (CP-MIMS): Improved analytical response time and sensitivity
(American Chemical Society, 2017-05-16)Condensed phase membrane introduction mass spectrometry (CP-MIMS) is an online, in situ analysis technique for low volatility analytes. Analytes diffuse through a hollow fibre membrane, where they are then dissolved by ... -
[Pre-print] The use of membrane introduction tandem mass spectrometry (MIMS-MS/MS) in field locations as an on-line quantitative environmental monitoring technique for trace contaminants in air and water
(Oxford University Press, 2009-01)Membrane introduction mass spectrometry (MIMS) is emerging as an important technique for on-line, real-time environmental monitoring. Because MIMS interfaces are simple and robust, they are ideally suited for operation in ... -
Resonant laser ablation: Mechanisms and applications
(American Institute of Physics, 1997)We will report on aspects of resonant laser ablation (RLA) behavior for a number of sample types: metals, alloys, thin films, zeolites and soil. The versatility of RLA is demonstrated, with results on a variety of samples ...
