Unlocking Stability: The Crucial Role of Thermal Analysis in Lyophilization Temperature Optimization

The method of drug delivery significantly influences the final stages of the manufacturing process. Currently, lyophilization—a widely adopted technique—enables drug developers to stabilize formulations and therapeutic molecules using a validated commercial approach. In this process, precise control of pressure and temperature within a lyophilizer facilitates the removal of liquids from formulations containing thermally sensitive or hydrolytically unstable active pharmaceutical ingredients or formulation components.

Characterization Considerations when Sourcing PCR

Against the backdrop of a plastic waste crisis, the global demand for plastic is set to quadruple by 2060. This has driven a shift toward sustainability and away from linear use models of plastic production. Post-consumer resin (PCR) has emerged as a key player in circular economy initiatives, though ensuring the quality and performance of PCR requires several characterization considerations.

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印刷电路板(PCB)的热分析

消费者兴趣和可持续性发展目标导致对电动汽车的需求飙升。美国的目标是,到 2030 年时电动汽车销量占总市场的 50%,但 99% 的电动汽车电池的原材料和零部件材料均在国外生产。1, 2 采购外国制造的材料和电池已经给该行业带来了挑战。2022 年 3 月,由于俄罗斯入侵乌克兰,电池的主要原料镍的价格暴涨。3

微量热法历史

在整个 18 世纪,许多科学家都在质疑热的本质。Isaac Newton 认为,热量通过粒子的振动进行传递,而 Robert Hooke 则认为,热量是物体的一种属性,由其各部分的运动产生。 不过,在热测量历史中,广为人知的首位贡献者是苏格兰医生兼化学家 Joseph Black。 1761 年,他通过精确测量发现,对处于熔点的冰或处于沸点的水加热不会导致温度变化。 他的观察使他成为第一个区分温度和热量的科学家,标志着热力学的开端。