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Effective Utilization of GC and GCxGC in Battery Materials Characterization

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Explore strategies for using GC and GCxGC to more reliably characterize volatile and semi-volatile compounds in battery materials

By viewing this presentation, you will:

  • Hear from General Motors Battery R&D, Senior Researcher, William Collin
  • Understand the role of GC and GCxGC in the characterization of battery materials
  • Learn practical strategies for analyzing volatile and semi-volatile compounds in complex battery matrices
  • Learn strategies for addressing matrix effects, reactive components, and moisture‑related interference supporting consistent, high‑quality analytical results

Event Overview

Gas chromatography is a powerful tool for volatile and semi-volatile species in battery materials, but its application faces significant challenges. Many electrolyte components and degradation products are thermally labile or highly reactive, leading to on-column decomposition and poor quantification.

Complex matrices, including salts and additives, cause adsorption, peak tailing, and column fouling, demanding frequent maintenance and careful selection of stationary phases. Moisture and trace impurities from sample handling can obscure low-level analytes critical to performance and safety.

This presentation focuses on addressing some of those challenges for successful, repeatable and reliable analysis.

Who should view?

This presentation is intended for scientists and technical professionals involved in the analysis and development of battery materials. It  will be particularly relevant for those responsible for characterizing volatile and semi‑volatile species and addressing analytical challenges associated with complex battery matrices. Including:

  • Battery materials scientists and electrochemists
  • Analytical chemists using GC or GCxGC in battery, energy storage, or materials research
  • Quality, safety, and reliability professionals supporting battery performance and compliance
  • Technical leaders evaluating analytical methods for repeatable, high‑confidence materials characterization

What you need to know:

Format: On Demand

Duration:  36 Minutes

Speaker

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    William Collin

    Senior Researcher, General Motors R&D

    William Collin received a B.S. degree in chemistry from Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI, USA, in 2005, and a Ph.D. degree in analytical chemistry from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, in 2015. He is a Senior Researcher with General Motors Battery R&D, Warren, MI. He has >20 years of experience as an Analytical Chemist, applying Separation Science to small molecule purification, industrial hygiene, fuels, oils, automotive exhaust and most recently battery materials.

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