Molecular Mass Spectrometry in Botanical and Pharmaceutical Analysis

Ensuring the safety, purity, and authenticity of plant-based pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements requires robust analytical methods. This course introduces the core principles of molecular mass spectrometry and its vital role in modern quality control. You will start by building a solid foundation in key terminology, ionization techniques, and mass analyzer types before exploring practical workflows. What you'll learn: Understand fundamental mass spectrometry concepts and ionization mechanisms. Learn to analyze complex botanical mixtures and identify key active compounds. Identify adulterants, contaminants, and quality defects in dietary supplements. Apply liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) workflows to pharmaceutical matrices. Explore high-resolution mass spectrometry techniques and spectral data interpretation. The text-based curriculum moves logically from theoretical foundations to practical spectrum analysis and authenticity testing strategies. This course is created for beginners, analytical chemistry students, quality control personnel, and pharmacy professionals seeking an accessible introduction to mass spectrometry. Start reading today to master the essentials of pharmaceutical quality analysis.