PDA 120 Foreign Particulate Examination, Isolation and Analysis
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Please note that this training course will take place in person and has hands-on lab activities.
This training course will cover the analytical approach and methods used in foreign particulate examination, isolation, and analysis. The training course contains both lecture and lab time, with an emphasis on the practical laboratory exercises. Participants will understand what foreign particulate is and why it is important to identify its composition and potential sources. Three analytical techniques will be covered - polarized light microscopy, infrared spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy. The advantages and disadvantages of each technique for particulate analysis will be demonstrated to understand why using multiple complementary techniques is often the best approach.
Attendees will get hands-on training in sample preparation, sample analysis and sample interpretation using particle samples provided by the trainers. Participants are also able to bring their own particle samples to examine as well. At the completion of the training course, participants will have developed particle isolation and handling skills and be able to explain the analytical methods used in identifying particulate matter.
Upon completion of this training course, the attendee will be able to:
- Handle and manipulate small particles
- Prepare samples for PLM, FTIR and SEM
- Operate different analytical tools for particle analysis
- Evaluate different analytical methods for particle analysis
- List the tools and equipment needed to set up a particle analysis lab
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$2,499GovernmentMember Only
$1,749
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$1,749
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$1,749
Non-Member
$2,999
GROUP REGISTRATION DISCOUNT: Register 3 people from the same organization as a group (at the same time) for the event and receive the 4th registration free. Other discounts cannot be applied.
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CANCELLATION: If a cancellation request is received 30 days before the event, a credit (registration fee paid minus a 200.00 USD/EUR processing fee) will be given. No credits will be given for cancellation requests received less than 30 days before the event. Cancellation requests must be emailed to registration@pda.org.
Featured Trainers
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Jose Del Rio
MVA Scientific Consultants, Inc.
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Jose Del Rio
MVA Scientific Consultants, Inc.
Jose Del Rio has nine years of experience in microanalysis, specializing in submicron particle isolation and sample preparation in a clean environment. He is skilled in the use of scanning electron microscopy-energy dispersive x-ray spectrometry (SEM-EDS) and optical microscopy, including reflected/transmitted light, brightfield/darkfield, and polarized light microscopy, in the identification of particulate. Jose is also trained in the characterization of organic materials utilizing infrared spectroscopy.
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Casey M. Jarvis, MPS
MVA Scientific Consultants
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Casey M. Jarvis, MPS
MVA Scientific Consultants
Casey Jarvis has worked as a research scientist at MVA Scientific Consultants for five years isolating visible and sub-visible particles under an ISO 5 clean bench. Her background in chemistry and forensic science provides a strong foundation for investigating and characterizing foreign materials found in products and packaging. Casey specializes in chemical analysis using light microscopy and microspectroscopy techniques, such as FTIR and Raman microspectroscopy.
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Alyssa Smale
Research Scientist, MVA Scientific Consultants
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Alyssa Smale
MVA Scientific Consultants
Alyssa has worked at MVA Scientific Consultants since 2023. She has experience with particle isolation, sample preparation in a clean room, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), confocal Raman microscopy (CRM), scanning electron microscopy with energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS), polarized light microscopy (PLM), and data analysis and reduction. Alyssa holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Lebanon Valley College, a M.P.S. in Forensic Science from The Pennsylvania State University, and a Ph.D. in Forensic & Investigative Science from West Virginia University.
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Hilton Garden Inn
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Bethesda, MD 20814
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Bethesda, MD 20814
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7335 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD
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