Michael Sinden's Avatar

Michael Sinden

@mdsinden

Global Head of Brand and Marketing at @ionopticks.bsky.social LC-MS. Chromatography. Tech. Brand. Design.

305
Followers
1,116
Following
34
Posts
25.11.2024
Joined
Posts Following

Latest posts by Michael Sinden @mdsinden

Post image

Join IonOpticks and Dr Tim Heymann (@mannlab.bsky.social Max Planck Institute) for our webinar on March 27, combining advanced MS with optimised separations. Learn how workflows on Orbitrap Astral and ZenoTOF 8600 enable reproducible, high-performance proteomics. Registration opens Friday March 13.

11.03.2026 02:15 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

We're proud to support the next Montreal Mass Spectrometry Discussion Group event, including a featured talk by our nominated guest speaker, โ€ช@brendonseale.bsky.social

Join us Monday, March 17 from 6pm โ€“ 8pm at @umontreal.ca Universitรฉ de Montrรฉal โ€“ MIL Campus.

Great knowledge sharing initiative.

02.03.2026 13:33 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Preview
Armed and ready: How Alejandro Brenes is uncovering the hidden lives of neutrophils in brain cancer Dr. Alejandro Brenes, a Wellcome Trust Early Career Fellow at the University of Edinburghโ€™s Institute for Regeneration and Repair, is uncovering hidden neutrophil populations in glioblastoma that coul...

Single-cell proteomics revealed neutrophil populations in glioblastoma that transcriptomics missed. Some may be blocking blood vessels & worsening outcomes. @ajbrenes.com on the hidden complexity of "soldier cells" & his journey from accidental researcher to Wellcome Trust fellow: bit.ly/46HuIGu

04.03.2026 09:41 ๐Ÿ‘ 7 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

Brunken et al. investigated the process that drives CIN through mechanisms relevant to early cancer development. Peptides separated on a Vanquish Neo with Aurora Rapid 8x75 XT column. MS performed on an Orbitrap Astral.

Learn more: bit.ly/4d3UuIH

Image from Brunken et al. bioRxiv (2026):

06.03.2026 10:43 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image Post image Post image Post image

IonOpticks recently visited China to meet researchers & partners across leading labs including Shanghai Jiao Tong University, PiHub, Suzhou Institute of Systems Medicine & Roche Shanghai. With our distributor OmicSolution, the team discussed LC-MS workflows & future collaboration across the region.

10.03.2026 02:02 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

IonOpticksโ€™ Fabrice Odefrey will be in Hong Kong on March 30โ€“31 and has limited availability to meet with local researchers. If your lab is working in proteomics or LC-MS workflows and would like to connect, please contact Fabrice directly via LinkedIn or WeChat to arrange a time during his visit.

11.03.2026 03:36 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image Post image Post image

At SCIEX's #USHUPO2026 Seminar, Dr Tim Heymann showed how the ZenoTOF 8600 + Evosep Eno + Aurora XS columns deliver robust, high-quality data across single-cell, global & targeted proteomics, without rebuilding workflows. Up to 4,700 proteins from a single cell with low CVs using 1400ms ZT Scan DIA.

24.02.2026 00:19 ๐Ÿ‘ 17 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Preview
Brain and neural cell type proteomics reveal extracellular matrix proteins enriched in progressive multiple sclerosis - Nature Communications The underlying molecular mechanisms of neuroinflammation and axonal damage in progressive multiple sclerosis remains unclear. Here, authors show proteomics results of human progressive multiple sclero...

Wang et al. shed light on the proteomic landscape of PMS, potential implications for biomarker discovery and future therapeutic targeting of neuroinflammatory pathways.
Data acquired on Orbitrap Fusion Lumos + EASY-nLC 1200, peptides separated on Aurora Ultimate 25x75 column.

go.nature.com/46lY3Gd

24.02.2026 12:04 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

With day 2 about to kick off, #USHUPO2026 is in full swing. Still building your agenda? With so many excellent poster presentations, here are some that we think are worth checking out today - all in the Regency Ballroom from 4:30pm - 6:30pm.

See the full list: bit.ly/3NZ3IMa

24.02.2026 09:33 ๐Ÿ‘ 8 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image Post image Post image Post image

Day 1 of #USHUPO2026 is underway with strong interest in our Nanoshieldโ„ข trap columns and Aurora 150 ยตm analytical range for robust, high-throughput workflows. Dr. TJ Blackburnโ€™s trap comparison poster engaged valuable discussion. Visit Booth 7 to meet our team and discuss your separations needs.

23.02.2026 21:21 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Join SCIEXโ€™s #USHUPO2026 lunch seminar to hear Tim Heymann present how pairing the ZenoTOF 8600 with Aurora XS columns delivers high-sensitivity, stable, and reproducible proteomics workflows, powering applications from single-cell analysis to large-scale discovery studies.

23.02.2026 20:43 ๐Ÿ‘ 7 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

Are you at #USHUPO2026? Catch Dr. TJ Blackburn's lightning talk from 3:15pm to 4:30pm (Grand DE).

Canโ€™t make it? TJ will also share this work as a poster presentation P10.03 in the Regency Ballroom from 4:30pm - 6:30pm.

Learn about our full scientific presence at US HUPO: bit.ly/3NZ3IMa

23.02.2026 10:50 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Preview
Beyond the โ€˜wizard in the basementโ€™: How Luke Gamon is simplifying spatial proteomics for clinical discovery Assistant Professor Luke Gamon, at the University of Copenhagen, is rethinking how we study heart disease by zooming in on the microscopic battles that occur within atherosclerotic plaques. Throughout...

"If you know your sample well, you can do meaningful spatial proteomics with just your hands and a microscope, basically." @lgamon.bsky.social is proving that breakthrough science doesn't always need expensive automation. Read about his accessible approach to heart disease research: bit.ly/3MDkjVc

16.02.2026 09:13 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

Not long until #USHUPO2026 - check out Dr. TJ Blackburnโ€™s lightning talk & poster presentation P10.03 on Mon, Feb 23 from 3:15pm. Learn the science behind NanoShieldโ„ข trap columns, how they perform in real workflows, and what that means for your robustness and consistency.
Learn more: bit.ly/3NZ3IMa

12.02.2026 10:35 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

Today we recognise and celebrate the women of IonOpticks on the UN's International Day of Women & Girls in Science. This year's theme reflects the importance of inclusion, opportunity & progress. Thank you for the talent, care & impact you bring to our team & the scientific community every day.

11.02.2026 00:47 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image Post image Post image Post image

IonOpticks was proud to attend the @ubuntuproteomix.bsky.social Summer School for 2026. Dr @jsandow.bsky.social presented on chromatography fundamentals, we sponsored three students & provided our popular IO hats for all. Thanks to the organisers for another great event & we look forward to 2027.

09.02.2026 03:07 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

Heard the hype about NanoShieldโ„ข? Join Greta Briedytฤ— at #LorneProteomics poster #105 to see how our new trap column improves sample cleanliness, extends analytical column life, reduces loading time, and delivers near direct-injection performance. Grab the application note at our booth.

07.02.2026 01:06 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image Post image Post image Post image

After a great day of talks and posters at #LorneProteomics 2026, it was fantastic to host our IonOpticks Peaks and Pints event at the Lorne Hotel. Thanks to the 68 guests who joined us for a relaxed evening of conversation and catching up. Looking forward to another great day ahead.

06.02.2026 23:24 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
Post image

Poster Spotlight: Emery-Corbin et al, #LorneProteomics poster #34, benchmark plasma proteomics workflows using Auroraยฎ Ultimateโ„ข 25ร—75 and Eliteโ„ข 15ร—75 columns. Their study shows workflow selection must be cohort-specific, revealing distinct sub-proteomes across clinical and translational settings.

06.02.2026 04:54 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

Poster Spotlight: Multari et alโ€™s #LorneProteomics poster #3 explores single-cell proteomics in Diffuse Midline Glioma (DMG). Using IonOpticks Aurora Rapid 8ร—75 column, it reveals radiation response heterogeneity and early resistance mechanisms, supporting discovery of future therapeutic targets.

06.02.2026 02:11 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

Day one, #LorneProteomics ready.
Our full delegation is on the ground and ready to connect, answer your questions, and explore how IonOpticks can help you get the most out of your LC-MS workflows. Stop by the booth during the breaks today for a chat.

Better columns. Better data. Better research.

05.02.2026 23:43 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image Post image

IonOpticks is at APSโ€™s 31st Lorne Symposium (Booth 14). Discover Gen 4 Aurora Seriesยฎ 75 & 150 ยตm columns, NanoShieldโ„ข C18 trap columns, and HeatSyncโ„ข heating. Meet our team and CCO Darren Sher, and join โ€˜Peaks and Pintsโ€™ at the Lorne Hotel: lnkd.in/gCEFyRiM

05.02.2026 12:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

Shout out to our sponsors who put a little #SwagInTheBag! @evosep.bsky.social #DCYPHR @diplomics.bsky.social @ionopticks.bsky.social @resynbio.bsky.social

04.02.2026 10:52 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

Register now: bit.ly/LornePeaksan...
Heading to next weekโ€™s Lorne Proteomics Symposium 2026 at Mantra Lorne? With just 2 days left to register, nowโ€™s the time to lock in your spot at IonOpticksโ€™ 'Peaks and Pints' user event on Friday 6 February, 6-10pm.

03.02.2026 02:21 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Preview
IonOpticks appoints Darren Sher as Chief Commercial Officer to lead global commercial strategy IonOpticks IonOpticks, a world-leading provider of chromatography solutions, today announce two key appointments to strengthen its global operations, enhancing access and support for the LC-MS industry.ย Erik Ver...

IonOpticks is pleased to announce the appointment of Darren Sher as Chief Commercial Officer: a strategic executive role providing coordinated leadership across global sales, marketing, customer support + customer processes as the company continues to scale internationally. Read the full release.

03.02.2026 00:05 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image Post image Post image

IonOpticks is proud to sponsor the 2026 @ubuntuproteomix.bsky.social in George, South Africa. Join IonOpticks' CPO @jsandow.bsky.social, on site all week and catch his sponsor presentation โ€œChromatography Fundamentals for Proteomic Analysisโ€ Thursday 5 Feb, 10:30am - 12:30pm.

01.02.2026 22:56 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Preview
Unlocking sensitivity for low-sample-input quantitative proteomics using ZT Scan DIA on the ZenoTOF 8600 system This technical note demonstrates how the ZenoTOF 8600 system, powered by ZT Scan DIA 2.0, enables high-depth quantitative proteomics from sub-nanogram sample amounts using data-independent ...

IonOpticks Auroraยฎ Eliteโ„ข 15x75 XS columns with the @sciex.bsky.social ZenoTOF 8600 deliver standout low-input proteomics. SCIEX's latest app note shows ZT Scan DIA 2.0 identifying 4,000+ proteins from just 62.5 pg, with up to 94% more quantifiable proteins and CVs below 20%. Read online:

28.01.2026 06:38 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

With Lorne Proteomics just a week away, join the IonOpticks team next Friday (6โ€“9pm) at the Lorne Hotel for Peaks & Pints: an informal meetup where proteomics meets pints. Cold drinks, sharp peaks, great company.

Registration essential: bit.ly/LornePeaksan...

27.01.2026 02:57 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Preview
Preprint: Deep learning-driven fragment ion selection for improved quantification in MS based proteomics - IonOpticks This Mann lab study into deep learning-driven fragment ion selection by Vu et al. used IonOpticks Aurora Rapid 5ร—75 UHPLC columns.

QuantSelect: Mann lab's new deep learning framework improves DIA proteomics quantification by 12-15%. Validated on Orbitrap Astral + Evosep One with Aurora Rapid 5x75 columns. Up to 4ร— better sensitivity in differential expression analysis.

Learn more: bit.ly/3NyqqKG

@mpibiochem.bsky.social

22.01.2026 08:12 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Post image

Weโ€™re proud to support the Queensland Mass Spectrometry Symposium 2026, which kicks off next week at the Global Change Institute.

Fabrice, our Distribution Channel Manager - APACI, will attend on both days, January 28-29. If youโ€™ll be there, see if you can spot Fabrice - he'd love to connect

20.01.2026 04:37 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0