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Bench Boost by Inorganic Ventures

Bench Boost by Inorganic Ventures

Written by: Inorganic Ventures
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Join our host and Inorganic Ventures Technical Director, Mike Booth, as he sparks insightful conversations with our panel of experts in Bench Boost, your go-to podcast for analytical chemistry enthusiasts. Together, they explore the realm of ICP, sharing tips and tricks and diving deep into all things analytical chemistry.

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  • Why Cyanide is Used in Mining Complexation Chemistry Simplified
    Feb 10 2026

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    In this episode of Bench Boost our team focuses the discussion on metal cyanide chemistry. The discussion revolves around how cyanide leaching is used in mining for extracting precious metals like gold and silver. Challenges and considerations for ICP analysis, including matrix matching, are highlighted, along with a brief review of safety protocols for handling cyanide. The episode details Inorganic Ventures' expertise in manufacturing customized and stable standards to ensure accurate elemental analysis for these challenging cyanide matrices.

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    18 mins
  • PGM (Platinum-Group Metals) Samples: Stabilization & Washout Problems on ICP-MS
    Feb 3 2026

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    In this episode of Bench Boost, our team reviews the challenges and solutions related to measuring Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) using ICP Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS). We discuss issues like signal stabilization, sample preparation, and washout problems. They provide practical tips such as the importance of proper sample preparation, ensuring the correct use and aging of Aqua Regia, managing signal stabilization through appropriate tubing and rinse solutions, and effective strategies for washing out platinum group metals. The episode highlights how these metals, due to their unique properties, often require specialized techniques for accurate analysis.

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    11 mins
  • REE Rich Ores: What Makes Rare Earth Digestion and Analysis Unique?
    Jan 27 2026

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    In this episode of Bench Boost our team discuss the intricacies of digesting and analyzing rare earth element ore samples. This week we cover challenges such as complex spectra, reaction chemistry, and the need for careful sample preparation. Different methods like fusion and acid digestion are explored for effectively getting rare earth elements into solution. The podcast also delves into instrumentation challenges using ICP-OES and ICP-MS, as well as the importance of calibration standards and matrix matching.

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    9 mins
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