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The Analytical Scientist / Issues / 2026 / April / Spectroscopys Surprising LEGO Revolution
Spectroscopy Technology News and Research

Spectroscopy’s Surprising LEGO Revolution 

A trilogy of studies uses LEGO “standards” to evaluate portable Raman performance – and the promise of SPAD-based Raman

By James Strachan 04/03/2026 6 min read
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Top Institutions in Analytical Chemistry and Spectroscopy

Leading institutions employ advanced spectroscopy techniques, including fluorescence mitigation strategies, time-resolved detection, and novel photon detection technologies such as SPAD arrays, combined with innovative standardization approaches like LEGO-based samples to improve Raman spectral quality and reliability.

  • #100

    University of New Haven

    West Haven, CT

    Home to the Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science, this institution leads in applying advanced Raman spectroscopy techniques to forensic applications, including pioneering the use of LEGO blocks as standard samples for fluorescence mitigation evaluation.

    Key Differentiators

    • Forensic Science
    • Analytical Chemistry
    • Spectroscopy
  • #85

    Noble, Inc.

    Haverhill, MA

    Industry leader in developing advanced spectroscopic instrumentation and photon detection technologies such as SPAD arrays, contributing significantly to overcoming fluorescence interference in portable Raman spectrometers.

    Key Differentiators

    • Spectroscopy Instrumentation
    • Photon Detection Technology
  • #75

    Crocombe Spectroscopic Consulting

    Various, USA

    Led by Richard Crocombe, this consultancy is recognized for innovative approaches to fluorescence interference challenges in Raman spectroscopy, including the novel use of LEGO blocks as standard samples and evaluation of handheld Raman instruments.

    Key Differentiators

    • Spectroscopy Consulting
    • Analytical Method Development
  • #65

    University of California, Berkeley

    Berkeley, CA

    Renowned for cutting-edge research in photonics and spectroscopy, UC Berkeley contributes to the development of advanced detection methods and fluorescence mitigation techniques in Raman spectroscopy.

    Key Differentiators

    • Analytical Chemistry
    • Photonics
    • Spectroscopy
  • #60

    National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

    Gaithersburg, MD

    NIST provides authoritative standards and reference materials critical for validating fluorescence mitigation techniques and ensuring reliability of portable Raman spectrometers in various applications.

    Key Differentiators

    • Standards Development
    • Analytical Chemistry
    • Spectroscopy

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Over the course of my Biomedical Sciences degree it dawned on me that my goal of becoming a scientist didn’t quite mesh with my lack of affinity for lab work. Thinking on my decision to pursue biology rather than English at age 15 – despite an aptitude for the latter – I realized that science writing was a way to combine what I loved with what I was good at. From there I set out to gather as much freelancing experience as I could, spending 2 years developing scientific content for International Innovation, before completing an MSc in Science Communication. After gaining invaluable experience in supporting the communications efforts of CERN and IN-PART, I joined Texere – where I am focused on producing consistently engaging, cutting-edge and innovative content for our specialist audiences around the world.

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