What's New?

Links to recent events and announcements:

March, 2010
"A Global Approach to HPLC Column Selection using RP and HILIC Modes: What To Try When C18 Doesn't Work," LGGC North America, Vol.28 (3), 234-244. This article provides recommendations for column selection, organized by compound class. Read a short summary or view the digital version.

August, 2009
ACCTA, Inc. is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with ChromAfrica LLC, a Kenya-based company whose mission is to "bring scientific and technical resources to the African continent." ACCTA, Inc. will provide instructors for some ChromAfrica courses and participate in joint marketing and scientific activities in Africa. For more information see the ChromAfria web site.

February, 2009
Need help with your Agilent 1100/1200 HPLC system? Get details on our latest course: Maintenance for the Agilent 1100/1200 HPLC Systems.

May, 2008
Looking for a place on the web to get help, find colleagues, or just learn something new? Join us at www.scientistsolutions.com. This is an exciting site that offers something for just about any scientist.

March, 2008
Try our newest training option: Audio Webinars.
Join a live instructor and improve your skills with this practical and cost-effective option. Click here for details.

In Memory: Dr. Joe Levy (1958 - 2008)
We are all saddened by the sudden death of our dear friend and colleague - Dr. Levy, Dr. Joe, "Superman", or maybe you just knew him as Joe. Please join us in supporting and comforting his family. Click here for more details. We have all lost a friend and colleague,and the world of GC and GC training will never be the same!

February, 2008
Check out our new course for Agilent HPLC users! Reduced rate if odered before May 1.
Introduction to the Agilent 1100/1200 LC and ChemStation® Software

November, 2007
Fall On-Line Learning Special Extended Through The End Of The Year!
Now through December 31 the first 100 users at the On-Line Learning Center can save 50% on all On-Line Courses and Software Downloads. Enter Coupon Code fall07 when ordering. (Applies to On-Line Courses and Sofware Downloads only; excludes Analytical Methods. First 100 users, maximum of 11 uses per user.)

October, 2007
Public Events
"Chemical Characterization of Implantable Medical Devices (Lecture)," Dr. M. Bicking, MD&M (Medical Device & Manufacturing) Show, Minneapolis, MN Wed., October 17, 3:00 PM.
"How to Reduce Integration Errors in Chromatography (Lecture)," Dr. M. Bicking, Chromeleon International Users Symposium, Basel, Switzerland, Tue. October 23, 9:15 AM.
"Troubleshooting Chromatographic Systems (Short Course)," Dr. M. Bicking, Dr. J. Levy, Eastern Analytical Symposium, Somerset, NJ, Sun. - Mon., Nov. 11 - 12, 8:30 AM- 4:30 PM.
"Sample Preparation (Short Course)," Dr. M. Bicking, Dr. J. Levy, Eastern Analytical Symposium, Somerset, NJ, Tue., Nov. 13, 8:30 AM- 4:30 PM.

September, 2007
You can now purchase methods that result from our research programs. Click here for more details on our research efforts.
Purchase an HPLC method for determining creatine and creatinine. Click here.
Save 50% on the cost of On-Line Courses and Software Downloads through October 31. Order now!

May, 2007
Visit our booth at the Minnesota Chromatography Forum, May 16 - 17, Minneapolis, MN

June, 2006
Publication: "Integration Errors in Chromatographic Analysis, Part II: Large Peak Size Ratios," LCGC Magazine, 24,604 - 616 (June, 2006). To access the on-line version click here.

May, 2006
Visit our booth at the Minnesota Chromatography Forum, May 17 - 18, Minneapolis, MN.

April, 2006
Publication: "Integration Errors in Chromatographic Analysis, Part I: Peaks of Approximately Equal Size," LCGC Magazine, 24,402 - 414 (April, 2006). To access the on-line version click here.

April, 2006
Selected seminars are now available in a narrated format, using the Netspoke player. Click here for more information.

March, 2006
Selected seminars can now be downloaded in .ppt format. Notes are included for each slide. This is a great tool for self-paced study. Click here for more information.

January, 2006
Our public seminar schedule for 2006 has been released. Click here for details.

October, 2005
If you haven't done so already, please consider making a donation to help the victims of the hurricanes and other disasters. For a list of other agencies that accept donations, click here.

October, 2005
ACCTA, Inc. joins forces with Netspoke to offer training via web-conferencing. This option provides additional training options, with reduced costs.

June, 2005
Save 25% on all on-line content, including on-line courses.

May, 2005
Visit us at the 2005 Minnesota Chromatography Forum, May 18 - 19, Minneapolis, MN, Booth 39.
Presentation: "Lessons Learned in Chromatographic Peak Integration," Merlin K. L. Bicking, Ph.D., Thursday, May 19, 3:40 PM.

March, 2005
PeakTrain v1.8 is now available!

December, 2004
New Seminar: Analytical Chemistry for Chromatographers
Upgrade your skills with this seminar. There isn't anything else like it!
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