OBJECTIVE
With the rapid development of non-targeted techniques, there is a significant need for tools to understand non-targeted analysis results, compare results between laboratories, and provide quality control of non-targeted analysis protocols. The purpose of the MANTA program is to create reference materials and data that can be used evaluate non-targeted analysis results, as well as initiate and lead discussions with practitioners regarding quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of non-targeted analytical methods. The materials and data will be produced internally and using interlaboratory studies that engage members of the non-targeted analysis communities.
CURRENT ACTIVITY
Currently, we are planning for the first interlaboratory study between non-targeted analysis laboratories to evaluate a new tool for comparing non-targeted analysis results using liquid chromatography with high resolution mass spectrometry. There will be a recorded informational webinar on March 21st, 2018, at 2:00 PM, to be included in the webinar, please contact manta@nist.gov. For more information about the MANTA program, please click: manta information .
CONTACT
MANTA Program Coordinators, manta@nist.gov