Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) is commonly used for the analysis of environmental samples such as wastewater. Many approaches are based upon the 6020 or 200.8 methods created by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Using those methods as a foundation, this webinar will explore common issues related to obtaining accurate ICP-MS data for environmental analysis, including: 1) application of interference check solutions, 2) sample preparation artifacts, and 3) the stability and compatibility of ‘problem’ elements.

Dr. Brian Alexander is an earth scientist specializing in geochemistry. His research has focused on radiogenic isotope and rare earth element studies of natural waters and chemical sediments, as well as trace metal analyses using ICP techniques. A native of southwest Virginia, Brian received his B.Sc. in geology from Virginia Tech, and a M.Sc. and Ph.D. in geochemistry from Penn State and Jacobs University Bremen, respectively.