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CIQTEK is happy to sponsor the 12th Asia-Pacific EPR/ESR Symposium (APES 2022) in Hangzhou, China during November 4-7, 2022. The symposium this year is an online event for international speakers and participants, a new start for Asia-Pacific EPR/ESR Society in the post-epidemic era.The main aims of APES 2022 are to bring together EPR/ESR spectroscopists and to promote and facilitate collaboration among the EPR/ESR community. APES 2022 is intended to stimulate discussions on the forefront of research in all aspects of EPR/ESR ranging from theoretical and experimental advances in CW/Pulsed EPR, high frequency, and high field EPR, ENDOR, PEDLOR/DEER, time-resolved EPR, FMR, MRI, ODMR to applications in medicine, biology, chemistry, materials science and nanotechnology. CIQTEK Moments at APES 2022Moment 1: On November 4th, CIQTEK had a presentation entitled "Introduction to EPR spectrometers of CIQTEK" by Dr. Zhifu Shi, Technical Director of EPR, CIQTEK.Moment 2: On November 6th, Dr. Haijun Yang, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China, made a speech entitled "Construction and Applications of EPR at 6 K Ultra-low Temperature". In his speech, Dr. Yang mentioned that his team made research progress based on the CIQTEK X-band EPR spectrometer EPR100.Abstract of the Presentation:There were four main advantages of cryogenic technology in EPR research: (1) Improve the sensitivity of the spectrometer; (2) Increase the sample stability; (3) Weaken the effect of polar solvents on solution samples, and (4) Extend T1 and T2 relaxation for the better detection of spin echoes. Currently, the ultra-low temperature EPR is commonly performed by a liquid helium cooling system. Due to issues such as rising gas prices, cryogenic systems were expensive and difficult to run continuously for a long time. In collaboration with CIQTEK, a dry temperature-variable unit was constructed successfully with helium as the circulating gas. On the CIQTEK X-band EPR spectrometer (EPR100), this temperature-variable unit achieved a wide temperature range of 6 K to 300 K and afforded a long continuous operation time of more than 200 hours. The cost is less than five percent of the liquid helium cooling system. For the coal sample tested by the CW EPR, the double integration area of the EPR signal acquired at 6 K was nearly 42 times larger than that at 293 K. In addition, the following two applications have been proposed for the dry 6 K ultra-low temperature EPR technology. (1) For the diradicals, how to test the spin state from singlet and triplet? And how to calculate the energy gap of singlet−triplet (ΔEST)? (2) How to study the structure of Cu2+ complexes in solution using electron spin echo envelope modulation (ESEEM) pulse experiments? This novel dry temperature-variable unit prevents the consumption of helium due to closed circulation, saving the noble helium and reducing the cost of the EPR spectrometer’s operation, which propels researc...

The XVII Brazilian Journey of Magnetic Resonance / Minicourses in NMR will be held in person, in Fortaleza, from November 21 to 25, 2022. The mini-courses will be held at the Federal University of Ceará, on November 21, and the XVII Journey will be held at the Hotel Vila Galé Fortaleza, CE, from November 22 to 25, 2022.This multidisciplinary event will bring together professors and researchers, specialists who use Magnetic Resonance spectrometers in Brazil (industry and academia), undergraduate and graduate students interested in the technique, Biophysicists, Biochemists, Pharmacists, researchers, industry technicians, and suppliers of equipment, accessories, and supplies needed for NMR.Learn more about the conference at: https://eventos.galoa.com.br/jornada-auremn-2022/page/1730-homeOur New Distributor in BrazilOn the occasion of this conference, it's our great pleasure to announce dpUNION as our sales representative for the range of Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR or ESR) equipment and Scanning NV Microscope (SNVM) in Brazil. Check the CIQTEK products on the dpUNION website: https://dpunion.com.br/categoria-produtos/ciqtek/dpUNION is a Brazilian company specialized in Analytical and Scientific Instrumentation, which has been operating in the market for over 30 years, expanding horizons and seeking quality in sales and after-sales processes, marked by a commitment to innovation and continuous search for new technologies and solutions to customers.With its headquarters in São Paulo, it has a structure of 1000m² of floor space including an auditorium with capacity for up to 40 people where events are held for customers, partners and employees. dpUNION operates in the areas of Research and Development, Quality Control, Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, Chemistry, Physics, Oil and Gas, Occupational Safety, among others, providing services with excellence and ethics for industries, research centers and universities.Click on the dpUNION logo image below for more information:Meet Us at the BoothCIQTEK will be hosted by our partner dpUNION. It will be a great pleasure to see you in November in Fortaleza, at the XVII Brazilian Conference on Magnetic Resonance / NMR Minicourses. CIQTEK EPR (ESR) Spectroscopy   Originating from the Key Laboratory of Microscopic Magnetic Resonance of the Chinese Academy of Sciences at the University of Science and Technology of China, CIQTEK has been deeply engaged in the field of high-end scientific instruments such as electronic paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy for more than ten years.   EPR (ESR) spectroscopy is a method to study the structure, dynamics, and spatial distribution of unpaired electronics. It can provide in-situ and non-destructive information on electron spins, orbitals, and nuclei at the microscopic scale. They are particularly useful for studying metal complexes or free radicals. The CIQ...

Period: 8th(Tue) - 10th(Thu) November, 2022Tutorial course: 7th November 2022Location: Kochi Prefectural Culture Hall (4-3-30 Honcho, Kochi city, Kochi, 780-0870 Japan)Organizer: Kazuhiko Yamada (Kochi University)Website: https://www.nmrj.jp/NMR2022/index_e.htmlThe Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Society of Japan was established based on the NMR meeting in Japan, which has been annually held as a forum for NMR researchers since 1961.The aims of the Society are to promote the basic and applied research on NMR as well as enlightenment and educate the field of NMR spectroscopy. It performs annually a necessary academic meeting and the publication of the bulletin, and other services for the achievement.Our New Distributor in JapanOn the occasion of the NMR Society of Japan 2022, it's our great pleasure to announce L.A.Systems Incorporated (LAS) as our sales representative for the range of Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR or ESR) equipment and Scanning NV Microscope (SNVM) in Japan. LAS will work closely with the CIQTEK team to provide complete service to Japanese-speaking customers. Check the CIQTEK products on the LAS website: https://www.las.jp/products/hardware_CIQTEK.htmlMeet Us at the BoothCIQTEK will be hosted by our new partner LAS at the booth in the Kochi Prefectural Culture Hall. Come to meet us and learn about the EPR (ESR) Spectroscopy and Scanning NV Microscope (SNVM), and explore why our solutions can help you achieve your research goals.We look forward to meeting you! CIQTEK EPR (ESR) Spectroscopy   Originating from the Key Laboratory of Microscopic Magnetic Resonance of the Chinese Academy of Sciences at the University of Science and Technology of China, CIQTEK has been deeply engaged in the field of high-end scientific instruments such as electronic paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy for more than ten years, and has now launched a comprehensive X-band series for commercial use, and has successfully advanced to W-band high-frequency EPR (ESR) spectroscopy.    EPR (ESR) spectroscopy is a method to study the structure, dynamics, and spatial distribution of unpaired electronics. It can provide in-situ and non-destructive information on electron spins, orbitals, and nuclei at the microscopic scale. They are particularly useful for studying metal complexes or free radicals.        

On September 20, the opening ceremony of the 2022 World Manufacturing Convention was held in Hefei, China. At the opening ceremony, CIQTEK's self-developed Widefield NV Microscope was released to world, which is an advanced commercial precision measurement instrument based on diamond NV center technology. It has a wide application field in semiconductors, material science, geological science, cell magnetism, in vitro diagnostics, etc.         Conference Opening of World Manufacturing Congress 2022     Dr. He, Chairman of CIQTEK, introduced products to the visitors   CIQTEK Widefield NV Microscope is a magnetic microscope based on precision measurement technology. During the measurement process, the sample to be measured is pressed against the surface of the sensor, and the state is read out and manipulated by using the laser and microwave, which can realize quantitative and non-destructive microscopic magnetic imaging. It has the advantages of high spatial resolution, high sensitivity, non-invasive, large field of view, and fast imaging speed.    CIQTEK Widefield NV Microscope A wide range of application fields - to help the development of advanced manufacturing CIQTEK Widefield NV Microscope has a broad application in the field of advanced manufacturing. In the semiconductor industry, with the continuous breakthrough of advanced semiconductor process technology, the chip signal detection technology is difficult to adapt to the current low-current, densely arranged chip architecture, and the high-quality development of the chip industry has encountered serious challenges. The advantages of high resolution, high sensitivity, non-invasive, and low interference to near field of the Widefield NV Microscope, on the other hand, can meet the demand for functional inspection and failure analysis of chips.      Precision measurement technology based on NV center in diamonds   In the field of life science, it is difficult to explore the interaction of biological single molecules in high throughput by traditional means, and targeted drug development and disease diagnosis and treatment lack accurate single-molecule information support. CIQTEK Widefield NV Microscope can achieve high sensitivity, low background, high stability, and nondestructive detection of biomolecular interactions, and the detection sensitivity can reach a single molecule level, which largely makes up for the existing low abundance. It provides powerful technology for the study of biomolecular interactions and related high-sensitivity biomedical assays.   In addition, CIQTEK Widefield NV Microscope's ultra-high detection accuracy will help us explore more unknowns, help semiconductors, materials science, geological science, cell magnetism, in vitro diagnostics, and other fields of change development, to create a better future for mankind!

March 10-13,  2022 2022 Industrial Wastewater Advanced Oxidation Technology Upgrade, New Equipment Application Exchange Seminar - Hangzhou, China The conference was organized by China Industrial Environmental Protection Network, and focused on practically advanced oxidation technology and technical solutions for industrial wastewater pollution control, with extensive interaction and communication on the hot spots and difficulties arising from the application of "advanced oxidation technology" in various fields.   ---------------   April 20, 2022 DOJINDO Chemistry EPR (ESR) Lectures - Webinar       The webinar, jointly organized by DOJINDO and CIQTEK, focused on the development and detection principle of EPR (electron paramagnetic resonance) and discussed the topics of the selection of free radicals trapping agents (DMPO\BMPO\TEMP), the differences between qualitative and quantitative instruments, EPR spectrum analysis, and EPR applications in the field of ferroptosis.     ---------------   May 12-13, 2022 2022 National Online Communication Conference on Advanced Magnetic Materials - Webinar  The conference aims to exchange the latest achievements in the field of advanced magnetic materials and strengthen the exchange and cooperation among magnetic material enterprises and research institutes in China, Asia, and even the world in the fields of production, learning, research, and applications.   ---------------     June 6-10, 2022 The International RSC ESR Meeting 2022 - St Andrews, Scotland CIQTEK sponsored the 55th Royal Society of Chemistry International EPR Conference, held at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland, UK. The conference is the longest-running electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR or ESR) spectroscopy conference in the world and this year it attracted over 138 academics and industrial visitors from around the world. The technical program included invited talks by leading researchers, and multiple orals and poster sessions during the week. As before, it also hosted events to award and encourage the best student presentations. CIQTEK highlighted its EPR spectroscopy series and Scanning NV Microscope (SNVM) at the conference. News Link: CIQTEK to attend the International RSC ESR 2022 in St Andrews, Scotland CIQTEK-Sponsored RSC ESR 2022 Meeting Came to a Big Success       ---------------     June 30-July 2, 2022 CNRS Thematic School 2022 (Magnetism & Magnetic Resonances) - Toulouse, France CIQTEK is pleased to sponsor the fourth CNRS thematic school 2022 of the Magnetism and Magnetic Resonances from the Physical Chemistry Division (DCP) of the French Chemical Society (SCF) in Toulouse, France. The program includes Magnetometry, NMR, EPR (ESR) and Mossbauer spectroscopies from basic to advanced concepts and techniques. All lectures are given during 4 half-days and 1 full day will be ded...

CIQTEK is happy to sponsor and attend the upcoming Italian-French International Conference on Magnetic Resonance 2022 jointly organized by the GIDRM and GERM in Milan, Italy, from September 27 to 30, 2022.     The conference is held at the UNIVERSITY OF MILANO BICOCCA (Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca). Experts and scholars from different fields of magnetic resonance and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR or ESR) will attend the conference. >> Check Event Website   The Italian Magnetic Resonance Discussion Group (GIDRM) aims to contribute to the development, coordination and dissemination of teaching and research activities concerning all sectors of magnetic resonance.     27th to 30nd September 2022Milan, Italy       CIQTEK EPR (ESR) Spectroscopy   Originating from the Key Laboratory of Microscopic Magnetic Resonance of the Chinese Academy of Sciences at the University of Science and Technology of China, CIQTEK has been deeply engaged in the field of high-end scientific instruments such as electronic paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy for more than ten years, and has now launched a comprehensive X-band series for commercial use, and has successfully advanced to W-band high-frequency EPR (ESR) spectroscopy.    EPR (ESR) spectroscopy is a method to study the structure, dynamics, and spatial distribution of unpaired electronics. It can provide in-situ and non-destructive information on electron spins, orbitals, and nuclei at the microscopic scale. They are particularly useful for studying metal complexes or free radicals.           Most Popular:  The CIQTEK benchtop EPR200M features high sensitivity, high accuracy, and high stability; integrated instrument control software, data processing software, and spectrum fitting software; supports manual and automated tuning; built-in specimen for accurate g-value determination and quantitative EPR (ESR) measurement, and can be equipped with multifunctional accessories such as variable temperature measurement, automatic corner turner, and in-situ illumination.  The EPR200M provides a cost-effective, low-maintenance, simple, and easy-to-use experience for every EPR (ESR) experiment user. Notably, the EPR200M requires no on-site installation, only online service to solve all installation and adjustment problems.   CIQTEK benchtop EPR200M

CIQTEK is honored to sponsor the VI EMR Forum 2022 in Szczecin, Poland, and will give an online presentation during the conference opening. After the event, a replay (a record) of the presentation will be posted on the CIQTEK website.     The Forum is organized every two years by academic centers engaged in research in the field of Electron Magnetic Resonance (EMR). The EMR Forum was created by the Polish EMR Group in order to integrate the EMR (EPR/ESR) community and broaden the knowledge in this area. The participants of the Forum present the results of multifrequency magnetic resonance studies from various fields of science. In 2022 proceedings will be held in the hall of the West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin, Poland. >> Check Event Website   Polish EMR Group [PEMRG] exists since 20th May 2010, when at the Inaugural Meeting held during the First Forum EMR-PL in Rzeszów, Poland, a decision was undertaken to transform the Polish EPR Society [PEPRS] based on the newly devised principles. An informal membership in the PEMRG has been extended to all persons involved in the broader subject of EMR (EPR/ESR) research.     19th to 22nd September 2022Szczecin, Poland       CIQTEK EPR (ESR) Spectroscopy   Originating from the Key Laboratory of Microscopic Magnetic Resonance of the Chinese Academy of Sciences at the University of Science and Technology of China, CIQTEK has been deeply engaged in the field of high-end scientific instruments such as electronic paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy for more than ten years, and has now launched a comprehensive X-band series for commercial use, and has successfully advanced to W-band high-frequency EPR (ESR) spectroscopy.    EPR (ESR) spectroscopy is a method to study the structure, dynamics, and spatial distribution of unpaired electronics. It can provide in-situ and non-destructive information on electron spins, orbitals, and nuclei at the microscopic scale. They are particularly useful for studying metal complexes or free radicals.         Most Popular:  The CIQTEK benchtop EPR200M features high sensitivity, high accuracy, and high stability; integrated instrument control software, data processing software, and spectrum fitting software; supports manual and automated tuning; built-in specimen for accurate g-value determination and quantitative EPR (ESR) measurement, and can be equipped with multifunctional accessories such as variable temperature measurement, automatic corner turner, and in-situ illumination.  The EPR200M provides a cost-effective, low-maintenance, simple, and easy-to-use experience for every EPR (ESR) experiment user. Notably, the EPR200M requires no on-site installation, only online service to solve all installation and adjustment problems.   CIQTEK benchtop EPR200M

From July 25-29, the 11th National Conference on Environmental Chemistry (NCEC 2022) was held in Harbin, China. Nearly 5,000 experts in the field of environmental chemistry from Nanjing University, Tsinghua University, Peking University, and other universities and related research institutes gathered to discuss the development of environmental chemistry disciplines, promote academic research cooperation, and accelerate the construction of environmental chemistry disciplines and talent training.  CIQTEK attended this conference and introduced the solutions of electronic paramagnetic resonance (EPR or ESR) spectroscopy in the field of environmental chemistry to the delegates.       CIQTEK Group Photo in NCEC 2022   With the theme of "Innovative Environmental Science" and the purpose of "Innovation, Participation, Cooperation and Foresight", this year's conference set up 58 sessions and various topics around different fields such as environmental analysis, public health, environmental safety, pollution control, green and low-carbon, including special sessions for major research programs of the Foundation, Young Scholars Forum and Frontier Forum of Environmental Science.   As one of the global crises, environmental pollution is affecting human life and health at all times. Among atmospheric pollutants, water pollutants, and soil pollutants, there is an emerging class of environmentally harmful substances - Environmentally Persistent Free Radicals (EPFRs). EPFRs are ubiquitous in the environment and can induce the generation of reactive oxide species (ROS), which cause cell and body damage and are one of the causes of cancer, and are highly biohazardous. EPR (ESR) technology can detect EPFRs and analyze them quantitatively to find the source of the hazard and solve the underlying problem.     Visitors at CIQTEK booth   NCEC 2022 Opening Ceremony   CIQTEK EPR (ESR) spectroscopy   The CIQTEK EPR (ESR) spectroscopy provides a non-destructive analytical method for the direct detection of paramagnetic materials. It can study the composition, structure, and dynamics of magnetic molecules, transition metal ions, rare earth ions, ion clusters, doped materials, defective materials, free radicals, metalloproteins, and other substances containing unpaired electrons, and can provide in situ and non-destructive information on the microscopic scale of electron spins, orbitals, and nuclei. It has a wide range of applications in the fields of physics, chemistry, biology, materials, and industry.       Most Popular:  The CIQTEK benchtop EPR200M features high sensitivity, high accuracy, and high stability; integrated instrument control software, data processing software, and spectrum fitting software; supports manual and automated tuning; built-in specimen for accurate g-value determination and quantitative EPR (ESR) measurement, and can be equipped with multifunctional accessories suc...