Key Highlights:
- Instrumentation: Measurements were conducted using the Lightnovo miniRaman Power 785 nm spectrometer with a middle-distance probe (15 mm) and settings of 91 mW power.
- Advanced Corrections: Baseline corrections were applied to eliminate fluorescence background, revealing clear Raman signals.
- Chemical Insights: Raman spectra identified carotenoids such as beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin, compounds that contribute to the characteristic orange color of pumpkin skin.
Lightnovo’s miniRaman 785 nm spectrometer is a reliable tool for analyzing natural compounds in organic materials like pumpkin skin. This compact device offers precise spectral analysis, making it ideal for both research and educational purposes.
miniRaman Spectrometer for Analysis of Honey and Syrups
This application note demonstrates how miniRaman is a reliable tool for ensuring the authenticity and quality of liquid sweet food products. ApN- 009
miniRaman spectrometer for the detection of toxic Methanol in Vodka
The application note proves that Lightnovo’s miniRaman spectrometer enables non-invasive methanol detection in alcoholic beverages through glass bottles—fast, accurate, and safe. ApN- 002
miniRaman microscope for Nutrient and Metabolite Quantification in Fermentation
The application note proves how Lightnovo’s miniRaman microscope offers real-time monitoring of microbial fermentation, quantifying nutrients and metabolites like glucose, pHCA, MgSO₄, and Na₂HPO₄ with high accuracy. ApN- 003