Non-targeted analysis (NTA) using high-resolution mass spectrometry without defined chemical targets has the potential to expand and improve chemical monitoring in many fields. Despite rapid advancements within the research community, NTA methods and data remain underutilized by many potential beneficiaries. To better understand barriers toward widespread adoption, the Best Practices for Non-Targeted Analysis (BP4NTA) working group conducted focus group meetings and follow-up surveys with scientists (n = 61) from various sectors (e.g., drinking water utilities, epidemiologists, n = 9) where NTA is expected to provide future value. Meeting participants included producers and end-users of NTA data with a wide range of familiarity with NTA methods and outputs. Discussions focused on identifying specific barriers that limit adoption and on setting NTA product development priorities. Stated priorities fell into four major categories: 1) education and training materials; 2) QA/QC frameworks and study design guidance; 3) accessible compound databases and libraries; and 4) NTA data linkages with chemical fate and toxicity information. Based on participant feedback, this manuscript proposes research directions, such as standardization of training materials, that BP4NTA and other institutions can pursue to expand NTA use in various application scenarios and decision contexts.

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