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3-Dimensional nonstationary model of electromagnetism and gas dynamics of spectrochemical inductively coupled plasma with flat-plate inductors

Anton Melnikov, Albert Gilmutdinov, Sergey Nikiforov, Konstantin Nagulin

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00348B, Paper
Anton Melnikov, Albert Gilmutdinov, Sergey Nikiforov, Konstantin Nagulin
Comprehensive 3D modeling demonstrates that flat-plate inductor geometry minimizes plasma torch deflection and hydrodynamic instabilities in ICPs, offering a potential route to improved analytical precision over standard helical designs.
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Polyvinyl chloride microplastic detection by single particle inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry for the characterization of model microplastics

Isabel Abad-Alvaro, Inés Lázaro-Fernández, Eduardo Bolea, Francisco Laborda

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00455A, Technical Note
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Isabel Abad-Alvaro, Inés Lázaro-Fernández, Eduardo Bolea, Francisco Laborda
Preparation and characterization of PVC model micro/nanoplastics to be used in risk assessment studies by methodology based on single particle inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (SP-ICP-MS).
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High-Precision Measurement of Sn Isotopic Compositions in Cassiterite and Igneous Rock Reference Materials by Double Spike Technique Using MC-ICP-MS/MS

Dapeng Zhu, Edith Kubik, Hans Keppler, Audrey Bouvier

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00507H, Paper
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Dapeng Zhu, Edith Kubik, Hans Keppler, Audrey Bouvier
Tin (Sn) isotopic analysis offers profound insights into geochemical and cosmochemical processes, as well as into metallurgical history or archeometry. Yet the accurate determination of Sn isotopic composition is hindered...
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Task-oriented comparison and fusion of spectra and acoustic signals in LIBS for alloy analysis: from identification to quantitative measurement

Huiping Chai, Xuechen Niu, Honghua Ma, Deng Zhang, Lianbo Guo

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00485C, Paper
Huiping Chai, Xuechen Niu, Honghua Ma, Deng Zhang, Lianbo Guo
In this study, a systematic, task-oriented, and mechanism-informed comparative analysis of acoustic signals, spectra, and their fused representations was conducted for both qualitative and quantitative tasks.
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Enhanced ion utilization efficiency in IMS-TOFMS using a novel gate-free traveling wave ion guide

Zhekun Wang, Zhongjun Zhao, Zhihao He, Xiaoqin Jiang, Yanting Yang, Jianxiong Dai, Ziqiu Su, Xing Guo, Yixiang Duan

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00415B, Paper
Zhekun Wang, Zhongjun Zhao, Zhihao He, Xiaoqin Jiang, Yanting Yang, Jianxiong Dai, Ziqiu Su, Xing Guo, Yixiang Duan
A novel gate-free traveling wave ion guide (GFTWIG) module for ESI-IMS-TOFMS was developed for the first time. The traveling wave ion trapping technology was introduced to trap and release ions, achieving theoretical 100% ion utilization duty cycle.
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Illuminating the Past: X-Ray Fluorescence and X-Ray Computed Tomography Study of Medieval Stove Tiles.

Romisaa Abdelrahman, Sebastian Wronski, Bartłomiej Makowiecki, Jacek Tarasiuk, Lucyna Samek

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00497G, Paper
Romisaa Abdelrahman, Sebastian Wronski, Bartłomiej Makowiecki, Jacek Tarasiuk, Lucyna Samek
This study investigates five medieval (14th-16th century) stove tile fragments from Wawel Royal Castle in Kraków, Poland. X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and X-ray computed tomography (XCT) were used to compare fragments...
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Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy based on corrosion transfer methods: a reliable strategy for quantitative analysis of intergranular corrosion susceptibility in aluminum alloys

Zhihui Tian, Peng Wang, Zhong Zheng, Long Qian, Lizhu Kang, Zhanjian Lin, Juhong Tong, Qingdong Zeng, Xiangyou Li

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00394F, Paper
Zhihui Tian, Peng Wang, Zhong Zheng, Long Qian, Lizhu Kang, Zhanjian Lin, Juhong Tong, Qingdong Zeng, Xiangyou Li
This work proposes Corrosion Transfer (CT) for quantitative evaluation of aluminum alloy corrosion. CT enhances LIBS by reducing matrix effects and improving spatial resolution, providing a fast, accurate solution poised for industrial use.
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Ion sampling in ICP-MS: linking plasma expansion, interface physics, and ion transmission

Hamid Moezzi Rafie, Sina Alavi, Javad Mostaghimi

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA00011H, Paper
Hamid Moezzi Rafie, Sina Alavi, Javad Mostaghimi
A hybrid experimental–numerical investigation of the supersonic expansion downstream of the sampler orifice in ICP-MS systems.
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Influence of key parameters on signal quality in double-pulse laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (DP-LIBS)

Muhammad Rizwan, Muhammad Sher Afgan, Seher Saleem, Zongyu Hou, Zhe Wang

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA00041J, Paper
Muhammad Rizwan, Muhammad Sher Afgan, Seher Saleem, Zongyu Hou, Zhe Wang
The instability of spectral signals is a major challenge in double-pulse laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (DP-LIBS), and a primary factor of instability is the inhomogeneity of the laser-induced plasma.
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Observations on sample size for lead isotopic analysis of ancient copper alloys

Frederik W. Rademakers, Patrick Degryse, Elvira Vassilieva, Frank Vanhaecke

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00416K, Paper
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Frederik W. Rademakers, Patrick Degryse, Elvira Vassilieva, Frank Vanhaecke
This paper identifies potential heterogeneity of lead isotope ratios on the micro-scale in (ancient) copper alloys, and recommends minimum sample mass to avoid non-representative results.
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Uncertainties in isotopic ratio measurements of individual silver nanoparticles using multiple-collector ICP-mass spectrometry

Shuji Yamashita, Kota Yamamoto, Takafumi Hirata

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA00024J, Paper
Shuji Yamashita, Kota Yamamoto, Takafumi Hirata
In this study, measurement uncertainties for isotopic ratio analysis of individual Ag NPs were evaluated using MC-ICP-MS with high-gain Faraday amplifiers.
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HCl-selective ionization reactions for improved Cl detection robustness in post-inductively coupled plasma chemical ionization

Zahra Afsharsaveh, Kaveh Jorabchi

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00483G, Paper
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Zahra Afsharsaveh, Kaveh Jorabchi
Tuning the metal ion in nanoESI improves Cl detection sensitivity and matrix tolerance using oxidative plasma and atmospheric-pressure post-ICP ionization.
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Iodine oxidation-driven enhancement in preconcentration and ICP-MS/MS detection of 129I in environmental water

Weixian Wang, Hui Xu, Shan Xing, Yu Wang, Bingyang Meng, Xiang Zhou, Jia Zhan, He Zhao, Haisong Tang, Nana Chai

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00450K, Paper
Weixian Wang, Hui Xu, Shan Xing, Yu Wang, Bingyang Meng, Xiang Zhou, Jia Zhan, He Zhao, Haisong Tang, Nana Chai
The schematic diagram of the modified CVG measurement mechanism.
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Determination of REEs in permanent magnets and their production chain using ICP-MS

Laura Suárez-Criado, Cyril Rado, Delphine Losno, Frank Vanhaecke

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00513B, Paper
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Laura Suárez-Criado, Cyril Rado, Delphine Losno, Frank Vanhaecke
This paper presents the development, optimization and use of a method for the determination of the rare earth elements (REEs) in Nd–Fe–B permanent magnets and samples from their production chain.
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Determination of ultra-trace elements and Sr–Nd isotope ratios in ultramafic rocks combined with a tandem column of SR and TODGA resins

Qishuai Huang, Shouqian Zhao, Yali Sun

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00437C, Technical Note
Qishuai Huang, Shouqian Zhao, Yali Sun
An improved scheme for chemical separation using SR-TODGA resins for analyzing Sr–Nd isotopes and trace elements in ultramafic rocks was proposed.
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ZMT04 Muscovite as a potential Rb-Sr Geochronological Reference Material: Preliminary Characterization by ID-MS Coupled with Improved Sr-Specific Extraction Chromatography

Tianqi Cui, Zhuyin Chu, Wenbei Shi, Yue-Heng Yang, Wan-Feng Zhang, Chao Huang, Peng Peng

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00379B, Paper
Tianqi Cui, Zhuyin Chu, Wenbei Shi, Yue-Heng Yang, Wan-Feng Zhang, Chao Huang, Peng Peng
This study addresses critical analytical challenges in Rb–Sr isotopic dating of high-Rb/Sr minerals such as muscovite, particularly matrix effects and complete Rb–Sr separation. We report systematic improvements to Sr-specific extraction...
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Ensemble deep kernel PLS regression method for full-spectrum multi-component LIBS quantitative analysis of Mars surface oxides

Haoyang Yu, Haonan Xie, Qian Huang, Zhaohui Jiang, Dong Pan, Weihua Gui

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA00040A, Paper
Haoyang Yu, Haonan Xie, Qian Huang, Zhaohui Jiang, Dong Pan, Weihua Gui
Accurately quantitative analysis of Martian surface oxides is crucial for reconstructing its geological evolution history and habitability assessment.
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Pb isotope analysis on a Phoenix-ATONA: assessment and minimisation of uncertainties

Yuri Amelin, Yu-Ting Zhong, Yi-Gang Xu

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA00002A, Paper
Yuri Amelin, Yu-Ting Zhong, Yi-Gang Xu
We present the procedures for isotope analyses of Pb samples spiked with 202Pb–205Pb using the Phoenix-ATONA thermal ionisation mass spectrometer, and the ways of their optimisation for precision, accuracy and efficiency.
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Correction: Towards advanced mineral identification for future space mining applications employing LIBS and machine learning

Homa Saeidfirozeh, Ashwin Kumar Myakalwar, Pavlína Šeborová, Ján Žabka, Bernd Abel, Petr Kubelík, Martin Ferus

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA90012G, Correction
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Homa Saeidfirozeh, Ashwin Kumar Myakalwar, Pavlína Šeborová, Ján Žabka, Bernd Abel, Petr Kubelík, Martin Ferus
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Characterization of a new zircon reference material (TGZ) with substantial reserve for in situ U-Pb and Hf-O isotope analysis

Jun Wang, Tao Luo, Xirun Tong, James Crowley, Chenxi Zhang, Wen Zhang, Xiaodong Deng, Zhaochu Hu

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00508F, Paper
Jun Wang, Tao Luo, Xirun Tong, James Crowley, Chenxi Zhang, Wen Zhang, Xiaodong Deng, Zhaochu Hu
A new zircon reference material (TGZ) with substantial reserves and ready availability is proposed for in situ U-Pb dating and Hf-O isotope analysis.
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Rapid identification of spent lithium-ion battery black powder types using handheld LIBS and interpretable MobileNet models

Nan Chen, Zhaohua Zou, Zixun Luo, Xin Li, Qing Fu, Jianxiong Dai

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA00055J, Paper
Nan Chen, Zhaohua Zou, Zixun Luo, Xin Li, Qing Fu, Jianxiong Dai
Black powder from spent lithium-ion batteries is processed via pressing and analyzed using deep learning models (MobileNet, Transformer, ResNet) for feature selection. The system achieves 99.67% accuracy with embedded system compatibility, and SHAP is used for result interpretation.
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Analytical methods and reproducibility of reference material dates for (U–Th)/He thermochronology at the geochronology laboratory of the IGGCAS, China

Lin Wu, Fei Wang, Jie An, Han Hu, Liekun Yang, Wenbei Shi, Zhiyong Zhang, Yinzhi Wang

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00473J, Technical Note
Lin Wu, Fei Wang, Jie An, Han Hu, Liekun Yang, Wenbei Shi, Zhiyong Zhang, Yinzhi Wang
The analytical procedures for (U–Th)/He geochronology and the results of reference materials analyzed in the past 12 years in the IGGCAS, China, are summarized in this study.
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On the enhanced Balmer emission of hydrogen in a helium capacitively coupled radio frequency (CCRF) plasma

Varsha S, Prabhakar Srivastav, Yukti Goel, Milaan Patel, Hem Chandra Joshi, Jinto Thomas

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00496A, Paper
Varsha S, Prabhakar Srivastav, Yukti Goel, Milaan Patel, Hem Chandra Joshi, Jinto Thomas
The present study demonstrates the role of helium metastables in enhancing the Balmer series emission of hydrogen through Penning ionisation in a capacitively coupled radio frequency (CCRF) plasma.
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Precise determination of stable (δ88/86Sr) and radiogenic (87Sr/86Sr) strontium isotopic compositions using 94Zr/90Zr for mass bias correction

Hongsheng Xu, Yang Wang, Yongsheng He, Shan Ke, Rui An, Yinchu Zhang, Aiying Sun, Dongye Teng, Siyi Yang, Mingjing Geng, Yijia Zhao

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00501A, Paper
Hongsheng Xu, Yang Wang, Yongsheng He, Shan Ke, Rui An, Yinchu Zhang, Aiying Sun, Dongye Teng, Siyi Yang, Mingjing Geng, Yijia Zhao
The combination of stable and radiogenic strontium (Sr) isotopes offers a novel perspective for distinguishing between source and process signatures among geological samples.
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40 Ar/39Ar dating of olivine hosted melt inclusions

Jun-Jie Wang, Wan-Feng Zhang, Ming Xiao, Le Zhang, Yan-Qiang Zhang, Peng-Li He, Fang-Fang Huang

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA00012F, Technical Note
Jun-Jie Wang, Wan-Feng Zhang, Ming Xiao, Le Zhang, Yan-Qiang Zhang, Peng-Li He, Fang-Fang Huang
The 40Ar/39Ar system within olivine-hosted melt inclusions is resistant to being fully reset during subsequent magmatic eruptions, offering a promising new approach for dating the formation of magma chambers.
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Laser energy modulation in laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy of marine aerosols: unraveling energy-coupling pathways and improving quantitative analysis

Boyang Xue, Weihong Sun, Yu Bai, Zhangjun Wang, Chao Chen, Xianxin Li, Xiufen Wang, Yi You

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00522A, Paper
Boyang Xue, Weihong Sun, Yu Bai, Zhangjun Wang, Chao Chen, Xianxin Li, Xiufen Wang, Yi You
Laser energy modulation with high-dimensional spectral analysis provides a practical route to clarify phase-dependent energy coupling and improve direct LIBS quantification of marine aerosols.
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Ion microprobe determination of ex vivo trace element molarities: The LINAEUS code suite †

Harry James Whitlow, Gyula Nagy, Robert J. W. Frost, Donruedee Toyen, Deepanwita Bose, Aaron McLaughlin, Karen M Smith, Chris G Ryan, Alexander Azarov, Andrej Kuznetsov, Francois Villinger

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00505A, Paper
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Harry James Whitlow, Gyula Nagy, Robert J. W. Frost, Donruedee Toyen, Deepanwita Bose, Aaron McLaughlin, Karen M Smith, Chris G Ryan, Alexander Azarov, Andrej Kuznetsov, Francois Villinger
MeV-ion based analytical methods such as Particle induced X-ray Emission (PIXE) using a MeV ion microprobe in conjunction with analysis codes such as GeoPIXE represent powerful methods for analysis of...
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Accurate Isotopic Analysis of Nitrate and Nitrite in Freshwater: Integration of Ion Exchange and Bacterial Denitrification Methods

Jing Hu, Shaojie Yao, Miaomiao Feng, Yuliang Li, Haoyu Ren, Kaili Yang, Weiguo Liu

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00363F, Paper
Jing Hu, Shaojie Yao, Miaomiao Feng, Yuliang Li, Haoyu Ren, Kaili Yang, Weiguo Liu
The bacterial denitrification method (Pseudomonas aureofaciens) is a widely used pretreatment technique for nitrate (NO3⁻) and nitrite (NO2⁻) nitrogen and oxygen isotope analysis, but concurrent reduction of both species to...
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Atomic spectrometry update: review of advances in the analysis of clinical and biological materials, foods and beverages

Marina Patriarca, James P. C. Coverdale, Alan Cross, Montserrat González-Estecha, Sarah Hill, David Milde, Julian Tyson

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,819-898
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA90007K, Atomic Spectrometry Update
Marina Patriarca, James P. C. Coverdale, Alan Cross, Montserrat González-Estecha, Sarah Hill, David Milde, Julian Tyson
This review discusses developments in elemental mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, emission and fluorescence, XRF and LIBS, as applied to the analysis of specimens of clinical interest, foods and beverages. Sample preparation procedures and quality assurance are also included.
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Fast transient signals – getting the most out of multidimensional data

Björn Meermann, Lyndsey Hendriks, Lukas Schlatt

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,817-818
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA90006B, Editorial
Björn Meermann, Lyndsey Hendriks, Lukas Schlatt
Björn Meermann, Lyndsey Hendriks and Lukas Schlatt introduce the JAAS themed collection on fast transient signals – getting the most out of multidimensional data.
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Research progress and challenges of laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) technology in the field of marine exploration

Jiujiang Yan, Mingjun Zhou, Ke Liu, Yang Li, Jinxiu Ma, Zhong Zheng, Geng Zhang

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00343A, Critical Review
Jiujiang Yan, Mingjun Zhou, Ke Liu, Yang Li, Jinxiu Ma, Zhong Zheng, Geng Zhang
With the increasing demand for marine resources, the existing marine exploration technologies face multiple challenges.
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Preliminary matrix bias calibrations for ion microprobe oxygen isotope analysis of pyroxene

Bin Fu

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00491H, Paper
Bin Fu
A total of 51 pyroxene samples including two spodumene reference materials were analysed to establish matrix bias calibrations for ion microprobe oxygen isotope analysis.
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Investigating the influence of spatial confinement on self-absorption effects in laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy

WeiJie Zhan, Ping Liao, Yun Tang, Zhiyuan Dou, Jie Zhan

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1091-1098
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00453E, Paper
WeiJie Zhan, Ping Liao, Yun Tang, Zhiyuan Dou, Jie Zhan
This study systematically examines how spatial confinement alters the self-absorption of atomic and ionic emission lines in LIBS plasmas, clarifying the different behaviors of atoms and ions under constrained conditions.
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Quantification of spacecraft heatshield contaminants seen in reentry shock layer emissions using calibration-free LIBS

Keira J. Leistikow, Noshin Nawar, Justin I. Borrero-Negrón, Marat Kulakhmetov, Paolo Valentini, Ashwin P. Rao

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1048-1059
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00374A, Paper
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Keira J. Leistikow, Noshin Nawar, Justin I. Borrero-Negrón, Marat Kulakhmetov, Paolo Valentini, Ashwin P. Rao
Elucidating heatshield material impurity effects on shock layer emissions during orbital reentry.
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High-resolution electron-induced Ge L X-ray spectrum: diagram lines and satellite structures

Andrés Sepúlveda, Tabatha Rodríguez, Alejo Carreras, Gustavo Castellano, Jorge Trincavelli

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1017-1024
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00448A, Paper
Andrés Sepúlveda, Tabatha Rodríguez, Alejo Carreras, Gustavo Castellano, Jorge Trincavelli
The electron-impact L X-ray spectrum of solid Ge was measured. Diagram lines and satellite decays were characterized, revealing new satellite structures in the Image ID:d5ja00448a-t1.gif and Lη regions. Self-absorption was assessed using a self-absorbed Voigt profile.
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An investigation into detector dead time variability and mass dependency in quadrupole ICP-MS and implications for isotope ratio accuracy

David T. Murphy, Balz S. Kamber, Naoki Sugiyama, Fred Freyer

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1079-1090
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00398A, Paper
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David T. Murphy, Balz S. Kamber, Naoki Sugiyama, Fred Freyer
In this study we demonstrate that detector dead time varies in Q-ICP-MS instruments depending on laboratory conditions and detector age. A dead time correction is essential for accuracy in Q-ICP-MS isotope ratio analysis.
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Quantitative analysis of fluorine and chlorine in apatite by femtosecond laser induced breakdown spectroscopy

Yunpeng Guo, Wubin Yang, Shuang Yan, Zhenli Gao, Hecai Niu, Jhanis J. Gonzalez, Chunyi Liu, Richard E. Russo

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1112-1118
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00404G, Paper
Yunpeng Guo, Wubin Yang, Shuang Yan, Zhenli Gao, Hecai Niu, Jhanis J. Gonzalez, Chunyi Liu, Richard E. Russo
fsLIBS setup and molecular emisson (CaF and CaCl) used in this study.
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Monitoring of the iron and oxygen impurities in liquid sodium by laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy with a gas protection component

Jingya Dong, Ce Feng, Lingwei Zeng, Linyuan Cao, Rongdong Wang, Qingfu Zhu, Hanliang Bo

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1025-1031
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00438A, Paper
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Jingya Dong, Ce Feng, Lingwei Zeng, Linyuan Cao, Rongdong Wang, Qingfu Zhu, Hanliang Bo
This work introduces a laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy device with a gas protection component, which could not only prevent sodium aerosols from contaminating the optical lens, but could also realize the sensitive analysis of Fe and O in sodium.
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Machine learning optimized LIBS spectral feature extraction for indoor carbon concentration dynamics and forecasting

Nuerbiye Aizezi, Yanpeng Ye, Asiri Iroshan, Yuzhu Liu

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1069-1078
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00477B, Paper
Nuerbiye Aizezi, Yanpeng Ye, Asiri Iroshan, Yuzhu Liu
This study presents a LIBS–machine learning approach for monitoring indoor carbon emissions. SSA-optimized RF, SVR, and LSSVM achieve high accuracy, SHAP explains carbon features, and a Bi-LSTM with attention captures temporal dynamics.
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A miniature laser ablation nonaxial time-of-flight mass spectrometer for in situ elemental measurement of extraterrestrial planets

Huan Wang, Yang Cao, Wenbo Liu, Yaning Liu, Peng Sang, Baoquan Li

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,978-988
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00433K, Paper
Huan Wang, Yang Cao, Wenbo Liu, Yaning Liu, Peng Sang, Baoquan Li
A miniature laser ablation nonaxial time-of-flight mass spectrometer for aerospace is designed with a volume of ϕ58 mm × 172 mm, mass resolution of 300 and spatial resolution of 15 µm.
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A newly characterized natural sphalerite reference material (IGGSph-1) for in situ S and Zn isotope microanalysis

Lie-Wen Xie, Hui-Min Yu, Guo-Qiang Tang, Qian Mao, Chao Huang, Yue-Heng Yang, Lei Xu, Shi-Tou Wu, Hao Wang

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1060-1068
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00373C, Paper
Lie-Wen Xie, Hui-Min Yu, Guo-Qiang Tang, Qian Mao, Chao Huang, Yue-Heng Yang, Lei Xu, Shi-Tou Wu, Hao Wang
A newly characterized natural sphalerite (IGGSph-1) was evaluated for Zn and S isotopic homogeneity, yielding δ34SVCDT = 16.35 ± 0.26‰ (EA-IRMS) and δ66ZnJMC-Lyon = 0.17 ± 0.04‰ (solution MC-ICP-MS).
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Influence of gas flow on elemental analysis using a tandem femtosecond LIBS and LA-ICPMS system

Zhenli Gao, Wubin Yang, Pan Qu, Shuang Yan, Chunyi Liu, Richard E. Russo

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1042-1047
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00338E, Paper
Zhenli Gao, Wubin Yang, Pan Qu, Shuang Yan, Chunyi Liu, Richard E. Russo
Gas flow of He–Ar mixtures affects the signals of a tandem LIBS and LA-ICPMS system.
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Precise analysis of sub-ppm trace elements in olivine by LA-ICP-MS and application to metamorphic olivine from serpentinite

Ting Liang, Chenxi Zhang, Shao-Bing Zhang, Zhuang-Zhuang Yin, Tao He, Ren-Xu Chen, Zhaochu Hu

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,922-934
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00335K, Technical Note
Ting Liang, Chenxi Zhang, Shao-Bing Zhang, Zhuang-Zhuang Yin, Tao He, Ren-Xu Chen, Zhaochu Hu
An optimized LA-Q-ICP-MS protocol achieves ppb-level REE analysis in olivine, revealing melt metasomatism.
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Applications and technological advances of LIBS in water quality monitoring

Haoyu Guan, Dan Feng, Yada Chi, Yuanbin Wang, Ming Luo, Nan Ma

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,899-921
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00444F, Critical Review
Haoyu Guan, Dan Feng, Yada Chi, Yuanbin Wang, Ming Luo, Nan Ma
Water quality monitoring is essential for protecting ecological systems and public health.
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Fusion strategies of internal standard method based on image feature for enhanced quantitative analysis of steel alloy elements by LIBS

Peichao Zheng, Yi Zhang, Jinmei Wang, Guanghui Chen, Panyang Dai, Haoxuan Huang, Lianbo Guo

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1032-1041
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00470E, Paper
Peichao Zheng, Yi Zhang, Jinmei Wang, Guanghui Chen, Panyang Dai, Haoxuan Huang, Lianbo Guo
To address the limitations of traditional internal standard methods, we introduce a method based on image features which are then integrated with image-assisted and spectral normalization methods.
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Effect of liquid-sheet jet flow velocity on lithium detection sensitivity in aqueous solutions via laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy

Yuwei Tian, Zhixing Gao, Yuanhang Wang, Zhao Wang, Zhenlin Hu, Linyuan Cao, Hongzhi Cheng

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,971-977
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00414D, Paper
Yuwei Tian, Zhixing Gao, Yuanhang Wang, Zhao Wang, Zhenlin Hu, Linyuan Cao, Hongzhi Cheng
In this study, a novel liquid-sheet jet laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) method was developed to enhance the direct detection sensitivity of lithium in aqueous solutions by optimizing flow velocity.
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Quantification of trace iodine using laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy for real-time monitoring of nuclear off-gas streams

Hunter B. Andrews, Zechariah B. Kitzhaber, Chase C. Cobble, Joanna McFarlane, Katherine R. Johnson

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,953-961
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00481K, Paper
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Hunter B. Andrews, Zechariah B. Kitzhaber, Chase C. Cobble, Joanna McFarlane, Katherine R. Johnson
Laser induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) was used to monitor trace gas-phase iodine, an element of high significance in nuclear applications due to its radiotoxicity and volatility.
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Enhancement of laser-induced annular plasma by parallel-plate confinement

Jingge Wang, Mianyun Ye, Yonghao Han, Xingyi Wang, Guanwei Zhang, Hehe Li

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,995-1003
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00443H, Paper
Jingge Wang, Mianyun Ye, Yonghao Han, Xingyi Wang, Guanwei Zhang, Hehe Li
An annular beam combined with plasma spatial confinement was able to enhance spectral intensity, resulting in better detection performance for quantitative LIBS analysis.
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A fast double-stack chromatographic separation of germanium from silicate material for isotope analysis with MC-ICP-MS

Qasid Ahmad, Damien Cividini, Béatrice Luais

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,935-941
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00471C, Technical Note
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Qasid Ahmad, Damien Cividini, Béatrice Luais
Double-stack chromatographic separation combines anion + cation exchange resins to purify germanium from silicate material, delivering quantitative yield, low blanks, and ≤0.10‰ reproducibility on δ74/70Ge with MC-ICP-MS and standard-sample bracketing.
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Quantitative analysis of radium-226 at the microscale by NanoSIMS

Louise Darricau, Jérôme Aléon, Maximilien Verdier, Virginie Sellier, Josselin Gorny, Smail Mostefaoui, Cyrielle Jardin, Arnaud Mangeret, Arnaud Duverger, Nicolas Ait-Ouabbas, David Suhard, Gilles Montavon, Alkiviadis Gourgiotis

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,942-952
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00337G, Technical Note
Louise Darricau, Jérôme Aléon, Maximilien Verdier, Virginie Sellier, Josselin Gorny, Smail Mostefaoui, Cyrielle Jardin, Arnaud Mangeret, Arnaud Duverger, Nicolas Ait-Ouabbas, David Suhard, Gilles Montavon, Alkiviadis Gourgiotis
This study presents an analytical protocol for the quantitative NanoSIMS imaging of 226Ra, based on the synthesis and characterization of barite reference materials enriched in 226Ra, 232Th, and Pb.
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Polarization-improved spectral quality of AlO molecules in nanosecond laser-induced Al plasma

Xuefeng Chu, Qiuyun Wang, Hailong Yu, Xun Gao, Yinping Dou, Jingquan Lin

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,989-994
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00447K, Paper
Xuefeng Chu, Qiuyun Wang, Hailong Yu, Xun Gao, Yinping Dou, Jingquan Lin
Polarization selection significantly improved the spectral quality of AlO molecules in nanosecond laser-induced Al plasma.
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In situ sizing and speciation of trace rare earth element-bearing nanoparticles via the online coupling of hollow fiber flow field-flow fractionation and multiple detectors

Xuanni Fu, Wei Fu, Zebang Yi, Zhiqiang Tan, Cheng Xu

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1099-1111
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00430F, Paper
Xuanni Fu, Wei Fu, Zebang Yi, Zhiqiang Tan, Cheng Xu
This study systematically characterized REE-bearing nanoparticles in weathered horizons using a combined HF5-UV-ICP-MS method.
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Advances in high-precision lithium isotopic measurements with the Neoma™ MC-ICP-MS

A. Jouini, L. Payant, N. Vigier

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,1004-1016
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00426H, Paper
A. Jouini, L. Payant, N. Vigier
Lithium (Li) isotope ratios (expressed as δ7Li) are increasingly utilized as tracers for environmental and biological processes, including recent studies on Li uptake by living organisms and its emerging role as a contaminant.
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High-precision measurement of Fe isotopes by double spike CRC (collision/reaction cell)-MC-ICP-MS at the nanogram level

Weijie Ke, Xirong Liang, Yue-Xing Feng, Ruifeng Zhang

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, 41,962-970
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00467E, Paper
Weijie Ke, Xirong Liang, Yue-Xing Feng, Ruifeng Zhang
High-precision Fe isotope analysis at the nanogram level using double spike CRC (collision/reaction cell)-MC-ICP-MS is reported.
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Determination of the Li isotopic ratio in spodumene by LA-MC-ICP-MS

Le Zhang, Guanhong Zhu, Fangfang Huang, Jiajun Gao, Pengli He, Yonghua Cao, Yan-Qiang Zhang, Xiang-Li Ding

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA00032K, Paper
Le Zhang, Guanhong Zhu, Fangfang Huang, Jiajun Gao, Pengli He, Yonghua Cao, Yan-Qiang Zhang, Xiang-Li Ding
As a primary lithium-bearing mineral, the in situ microanalysis of lithium isotopic composition in spodumene by LA-MC-ICP-MS provides important insights into the formation of pegmatite-type lithium deposits.
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Advancements in machine learning, deep learning, and data fusion techniques for XRF spectrometry in heavy metal detection: a critical review

Ahmed A. AL-Tameemi, Fusheng Li, Zenan Xiao, Ghalib Raza

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00458F, Critical Review
Ahmed A. AL-Tameemi, Fusheng Li, Zenan Xiao, Ghalib Raza
X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy is a widely used, non-destructive technique for rapid and cost-effective elemental analysis of soils, ores, and alloys.
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An in situ pre-concentration method of mercury based on solid phase extraction technology and its application in seawater mercury isotope analysis

Shuyuan Huang, Kunning Lin, Qinglin Zhang, Hongzhe Chen, Jinling Pang, Yuanbiao Zhang, Ping Zhang

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6JA00016A, Paper
Shuyuan Huang, Kunning Lin, Qinglin Zhang, Hongzhe Chen, Jinling Pang, Yuanbiao Zhang, Ping Zhang
This study developed an in situ pre-enrichment method based on solid-phase extraction technology for the efficient enrichment and isotope analysis of ultra-low concentration dissolved mercury (<1 ng L−1) in seawater.
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Determination of silicon isotopic composition of zircon reference materials by ns-LA-MC-ICP-MS

Ze-Pei Yuan, Jin-Cheng Xie, Di-Cheng Zhu, Qing Wang, Liang-Liang Zhang, Li-Juan Xu, Xin-Yu Liang, Xia Qi

J. Anal. At. Spectrom., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5JA00518C, Paper
Ze-Pei Yuan, Jin-Cheng Xie, Di-Cheng Zhu, Qing Wang, Liang-Liang Zhang, Li-Juan Xu, Xin-Yu Liang, Xia Qi
This study optimized LA-MC-ICP-MS Si isotope analysis and expanded the Si isotope database.
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