- In March 2025, Agilent Technologies introduced enhanced polymeric sorbents for SPE cartridges, designed to improve the extraction of a wider range of analytes from complex biological and environmental samples. These sorbents increase efficiency and reproducibility in sample preparation workflows, supporting high-throughput applications in pharmaceutical and environmental testing laboratories
- In February 2025, Thermo Fisher Scientific launched its next-generation automated SPE platform, designed to integrate with LC-MS systems for faster, hands-free sample preparation. The new system supports customizable protocols, reduced solvent usage, and improved analytical consistency, particularly useful in pharmaceutical QA/QC labs
- In January 2025, Waters Corporation announced a strategic partnership with a biotech firm to develop AI-driven solid phase extraction methods, enabling dynamic optimization of extraction protocols based on real-time feedback from chromatographic data. This innovation aims to enhance precision and reduce manual intervention
- In December 2024, Biotage AB unveiled environmentally friendly SPE columns made from biodegradable materials, aligning with green chemistry principles. The columns are designed for single-use applications in water quality testing and food safety analysis, helping reduce plastic waste in laboratories
- In November 2024, PerkinElmer expanded its SPE product line with a new set of micro-cartridges for field-based environmental analysis, targeting applications in remote water testing and emergency response. These cartridges are compatible with portable extraction units, enabling real-time analysis outside lab environments
