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This article provides an overview of PFAS, including their chemical properties, health effects and regulatory limits. It also explores PFAS detection methods, with a focus on EPA Method 1633, a key analytical tool.

This article will cover the basic theory behind logistic regression, the types of logistic regression, when to use them and take you through a worked example.

Discover how linear regression works, from simple to multiple linear regression, with step-by-step examples, graphs and real-world applications.

Conventional battery failure analysis usually takes place in controlled laboratory settings that are not reflective of real-world electronics use. Now, scientists are examining complete electronic devices to study their battery life.

This article will cover the theory underpinning multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA), which expands on the capabilities of ANOVA, the types of MANOVA and a worked example of the test.

Discover how X-ray fluorescence (XRF) works, from its principles to real-world applications in elemental analysis. Plus, learn more about EDXRF and WDXRF and how to pick the best technology for your application.

In this article, LGBTQIA+ scientists share what they enjoy most about their work, discuss the primary hurdles LGBTQIA+ individuals encounter in STEMM and offer advice to young professionals entering the field.

Discover the science of rheology—exploring how materials flow and deform, essential for industries like food, polymers and pharmaceuticals, and gain key insights into viscosity, elasticity and practical testing techniques.

Allyship in STEMM requires active listening, unlearning biases and advocating for equity. This article explores how inclusion drives innovation and how small actions can create meaningful change in building a more diverse, inclusive community.

What’s the world’s most dangerous animal? That’s a question asked by many people; very few seem to specify what they mean by “dangerous”. A new rating system – the Crespo scale – could help to change this.