Ion-containing polymers: A new matrix for 252Cf-plasma desorption mass spectrometry

Abstract

One problem encountered in the mass spectrometry of solid materials is the complex interactions that take place on the surface during the ion-induced desorption process (PDMS)¹. One possible way to reduce the complexity of this system is to develop a matrix that can control the adsorption site of the molecule of interest. It is possible that ion-containing polymers such as Nafion² (used in this study) can aid in this process.