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IonOpticks designs and manufactures the world's best chromatography: state-of-the-art, high-performance packed emitter columns that radically improve results from LC-MS-based research.

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Yesterday, IonOpticks and SCIEX hosted a hands-on Proteomics in Practice workshop at SCIEX’s Toronto R&D site, giving attendees real-world experience with IonOpticks columns and ZenoTOF systems. Thanks to Tim Heymann, Shelley Jager, Reza Dorvash, Patrick Pribil, Katherine Tran and Jarrod Sandow.
November 14, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Our latest Application Note with A. Prof. Schoof’s team at DTU showcases the Aurora® Rapid™ 8×75 XT column’s durability: 4000+ injections with consistent, high-quality data on Vanquish Neo + Orbitrap Astral, proving reliability for advanced proteomics research. Read: bit.ly/AuroraRapid8x75Longevity
November 12, 2025 at 4:02 PM
IonOpticks’ 150 µm Aurora Series® capillary flow range has been named a winner in The Analytical Scientist Top 10 Innovation Awards 2025, recognising our impact in analytical science through smarter workflows and enhanced performance. Read more: bit.ly/IonOpticksTASAward2025
November 12, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Day two of #HUPO2025 ends with incredible excitement around NanoShield™ - live quotes, pre-orders, and constant conversation confirm its impact on high-value workflows. Grab your #ProteinJunkie merch at booth 603, and don’t miss tomorrow’s User Appreciation Event. Coaches depart 6:15pm.
November 11, 2025 at 9:11 PM
IonOpticks is expanding its distributor network globally, partnering across APAC, the US, and Europe to bring Aurora Series® columns closer to researchers. This network enables faster delivery, local support, and greater access to the performance that powers discovery.
IonOpticks broadens global reach with new distribution partnerships across APAC
Global leader in the manufacture of high-performance liquid chromatography columns, IonOpticks, today announces a major expansion of its global distribution network, partnering with several leading sc...
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November 11, 2025 at 3:44 PM
#HUPO2025 is off to a flying start, with last night’s welcome reception packed with energy and engaging conversations - as well as our largest-ever delegation on the ground here in Toronto.

Drop by booth 603 to meet us and see what’s new.
November 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
One hour until #HUPO2025 kicks off! Visit IonOpticks at booth 603 to explore Aurora Series®, our new NanoShield™ C18 trap column, and the latest application notes. Chat with our experts about better chromatography - and join us Wednesday for the IonOpticks User Appreciation Event!
November 9, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Toronto, we’re here! If you’re attending the #CNPN2025 symposium today, stop by our stand and speak to Zac, Andreia and Jenna about leveling-up your chromatography.

Catch the lightning talks at 5:00pm this afternoon to catch a glimpse of our latest product - NanoShield™ C18 trap columns.
November 8, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Heading to #CNPN2025 tomorrow morning ahead of HUPO? Join Zac Anderson, Dr Andreia Almeida and team in Pier 4 & 5 at the Westin Harbour Castle as we connect with our Canadian community and share what’s new from IonOpticks.
November 7, 2025 at 11:36 PM
New from IonOpticks: the NanoShield™ 5x100 C18 trap column delivers protection and reliability, but outperforms traditional traps and rivals direct injection.

Read the application note: bit.ly/NanoShield5x...
Explore and pre-order online: bit.ly/3WCMvJv
November 6, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Introducing NanoShield™ - Read: bit.ly/NanoShieldC18
IonOpticks zero-compromise trap column range delivering direct injection-level performance. Protects Aurora Series columns, fast sample loading + extended analytical column lifetime. Available to order at #HUPO2025, shipping globally January 2026
November 5, 2025 at 12:58 PM
With less than a week to go, the countdown to #HUPO2025 is well and truly on. Several speakers are citing Aurora Series columns in their keynotes and oral sessions. Build your HUPO agenda and learn about how Aurora Series columns are elevating research: bit.ly/4nFb83U
November 3, 2025 at 3:09 AM
New Slice-PASEF method by @lrsinn.bsky.social et al. boosts proteomics sensitivity by 84% using Aurora Ultimate 25x75 CSI columns + MS incl. timsTOF SCP. Achieves 100% MS/MS duty cycle vs 12.5% conventional. Enables single-cell proteomics at 135 cells/day throughput.

Learn more: bit.ly/4oz7Oaz
Slice-PASEF: Maximising Ion Utilisation in LC-MS Proteomics - IonOpticks
This study into maximising ion utilisation by Sinn et al., was conducted using a 25 cm x 75 um IonOpticks Aurora Ultimate 25x75 UHPLC column.
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November 2, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Proteomics meets immersive art and complimentary tickets are vanishing. Our User Appreciation Night HUPO 2025 is nearly full. If you haven’t RSVP’d, now’s the time if you don’t want to miss out on live entertainment, food and drinks on us, in front of a stunning backdrop.

RSVP now: bit.ly/4qBZHfa
IonOpticks User Appreciation Event HUPO 2025
Join us at this multi-sensory journey that combines creative art installations and exciting technology to create an immersive experience.
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October 31, 2025 at 3:38 AM
Great to connect with our local proteomics community at the Clinical Mass Spectrometry 'Omics Symposium at Bio21. Fabrice closed the first session with an excellent presentation showcasing IonOpticks technology, setting the stage for the role that good chromatography will play in clinical research.
October 31, 2025 at 12:59 AM
We have a lot of new things we’re excited to share with you at #HUPO2025. With a new product, an informative IAB Session, several oral presentation mentions, a range of application notes, and more - see all we have in store for you at booth 603: bit.ly/3LaJUE7
IonOpticks at HUPO 2025; here's everything you need to know.
With new products and a bold presence, our team will be on the ground and ready to show you our 2025 innovations. Find us at Booth 603 to get all the latest, in-depth insights into our new release, ap...
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October 28, 2025 at 5:39 AM
Optimised single-cell proteomics workflow using Tecan UNO dispenser, Vanquish Neo, Aurora Elite columns, & Orbitrap Exploris 480 achieves 3,500+ protein groups. Key finding: tailoring LC and MS parameters to specific needs outperforms one-size-fits-all approaches.

Learn more: bit.ly/47mJNwE
Accessible and fast single-cell proteomics by DIA integrating Tecan UNO cell dispensing platform, Vanquish Neo LC and Exploris 480 MS - IonOpticks
Suárez-Fernández et al.'s study into accessible and fast proteomics used a 15 cm x 75 um IonOpticks Aurora Elite 15x75 UHPLC column.
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October 26, 2025 at 10:40 PM
It was such an honour to receive and celebrate IonOpticks' award at the Good Design Awards Gala in Sydney. Congratulations to everyone involved in designing, producing, and delivering this product, thank you to the jury for selecting it, and congratulations to all the other worthy winners.
October 24, 2025 at 12:58 AM
We’re delighted to support the second Clinical & Translational Omics Symposium in Protara from 30 October to 2 November.

Chat to Erik and Britta about how our new releases can enhance your workflows. We look forward to connecting with you at this cross-disciplinary conference.

See you in Cyprus.
October 24, 2025 at 12:44 AM
IonOpticks has been growing rapidly in South Korea this year, along with the growing interest in proteomics in the region. At #KHUPO2025, you could feel that enthusiasm. Thank you to SIG for their exceptional support, and to all the researchers who stopped by to share their work and their goals.
October 22, 2025 at 5:08 AM
Heading to #HUPO2025? Check out the IAB Session ‘Advancements in Large-Scale Proteomics’. Join Dr. Andreia Almeida in Harbour AB as she chairs an informative session covering plasma proteomics technologies, workflows for population health, and more.

Find the full agenda: bit.ly/4nFb83U
October 21, 2025 at 4:52 AM
MAP-MS overcomes dynamic range limitations in Orbitrap instruments. Using an Exploris 480 with an EASY-nLC 1200 and an Aurora Ultimate 25x75 XT column, Phlairaharn et al. increased protein IDs by 9% for DDA and 4% for DIA, while halving quantitative variation.

Learn more: bit.ly/4gO42Y9
Improving proteomic dynamic range with Multiple Accumulation Precursor Mass Spectrometry - IonOpticks
Phlairaharn et al.'s study improving proteomic dynamic range used a 25 cm x 75 um IonOpticks Aurora Ultimate XT 25x75 UHPLC column
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October 19, 2025 at 10:16 PM
What a gathering at #CNHUPO2025 - a joint conference that brought together 1,300 delegates and speakers from across the globe to advance proteomics research. CNHUPO has truly become an international stage. Our thanks to the organisers and to omicSolution, our local distributor, for co-exhibiting.
October 16, 2025 at 1:55 AM
SAVE THE DATE: Heading to #HUPO2025 in Toronto? Join us as we host our next User Appreciation Event on Wednesday, November 12.

Think selfie-perfect glowing forests, immersive projection room, a world-class DJ, and a whole lot of gratitude. Venue reveal soon. You won’t want to miss this.
October 15, 2025 at 10:15 AM
We're proud to announce that IonOpticks has won an Australian Good Design Award for the HeatSync™ Controller. This recognition from one of the longest-running global design awards validates our belief that great analytical tools deserve beautiful, intuitive supporting equipment.

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October 14, 2025 at 3:53 AM