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ARS Home Northeast Area Beltsville, Maryland (BHNRC) Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center Methods and Application of Food Composition Laboratory People & Locations







W Craig  Byrdwell
                        Methods and Application of Food Composition Laboratory

                        




                        
                        Research Chemist
                        Phone: (301) 504-9357
                         ext. 230
                        
                        Fax: (301) 504-8314(Employee information on this page comes from the REE Directory. Please contact your front office staff to update the REE Directory.)
                            ProjectsFarm to Table Factors: Impact of Production, Processing, and Preparation on Food Composition
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                                                                    (D)Accession Number: 445356**Publications**
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                                                    will take you to the publication reprint.)Three-dimensional liquid chromatography with parallel second dimensions and quadruple parallel mass spectrometry for infant formula
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C., Hari, K.K., Goldschmidt, R.J., Jakubec, P., Novakova, L. 2022. Three-dimensional liquid chromatography with parallel second dimensions and quadruple parallel mass spectrometry for infant formula. Journal of Chromatography. 1661:462682. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chroma.2021.462682.Rapid and Sensitive Analytical Assessment of Curcuminoids and Common Turmeric Adulterants using Liquid Chromatography and Tandem Mass Spectrometry
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Raghavendhar, K.R., Fakir, T.S., Byrdwell, W.C., Luthria, D.L. 2021. Rapid and sensitive analytical assessment of curcuminoids and common turmeric adulterants using liquid chromatography and tandem mass spectrometry. ACS Food Science and Technology. 1(11):2174-2181. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsfoodscitech.1c00356.GC-MS and GC-FID of seven seed oils containing conjugated fatty acids
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Goldschmidt, R.J., Byrdwell, W.C. 2021. GC-MS and GC-FID of seven seed oils containing conjugated fatty acids. Journal of Chromatographic Science. 43:259–273.. https://doi.org/10.3390/separations8040051.Two- and three-dimensional chromatography with four dimensions of mass spectrometry, LC2MS4 and LC3MS4: Breaking the rules

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2021. Two- and three-dimensional chromatography with four dimensions of mass spectrometry, LC2MS4 and LC3MS4: Breaking the rules. Current Trends in Mass Spectrometry. 49: 446–457.Changes in Compositions of Galactolipids, Triacylglycerols, and Tocopherols of Lettuce Varieties (Lactuca sativa L.) with Type, Age, and Light Source
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C., Kubzdela,  ., Goldschmidt, R.J. 2020. Changes in Compositions of Galactolipids, Triacylglycerols, and Tocopherols of Lettuce Varieties (Lactuca sativa L.) with Type, Age, and Light Source. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 4:242-248. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jfca.2020.103631.Timed Relay Contact Closure Controlled System for Parallel Second Dimensions in Multi-Dimensional Liquid Chromatography
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2019. Timed relay contact closure controlled system for parallel second dimensions in multi-dimensional liquid chromatography. BMC Research Notes.12:477-482. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13104-019-4506-7.A Note on the Use of Workstation Software Programs for Quantification
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2019. A Note on the Use of Workstation Software Programs for Quantification. Journal of Liquid Chromatography and Related Technologies.  4217-18:570-574. https://doi.org/10.1080/10826076.2019.1637350.Analysis of lipids: Triacylglycerols, phospholipids, fatty acids and others
                                                        

- (Review Article)Byrdwell, W.C. 2020. Analysis of lipids: Triacylglycerols, phospholipids, fatty acids and others. Bailey's Industrial Oil and Fats Products. 978-1-119-25788-2.. https://doi.org/10.1002/047167849X.bio087.Blue jacaranda seed oil analyzed using comprehensive 2D-LC with quadruple parallel MS (LC2MS4)

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2018. Blue jacaranda seed oil analyzed using comprehensive 2D-LC with quadruple parallel MS (LC2MS4). Journal of Chromatography. 56-64.Extraction and characterization of montmorency (Prunus cerasus L.) sour cherry pit oil

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Korlesky, N.M., Stolp, L.J., Kodali, D.R., Byrdwell, W.C. 2016. Extraction and characterization of montmorency (Prunus cerasus L.) sour cherry pit oil. Journal of the American Oil Chemists' Society. doi: 10.1007/5.11746.016.28354.The simulacrum system as a construct for  mass spectrometry of triacylglycerols and others

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2015. The simulacrum system as a construct for  mass spectrometry of triacylglycerols and others. Lipids. 51:211-227.The updated bottom up solution applied to atmospheric pressure photoionization and electrospray ionization mass spectrometry

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2015. The updated bottom up solution applied to atmospheric pressure photoionization and electrospray ionization mass spectrometry. Journal of the American Oil Chemists' Society. 92:1533-1547.Critical ratios for structural analysis of triacylglycerols using mass spectrometry

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2015. Critical ratios for structural analysis of triacylglycerols using mass spectrometry. Lipid Technology. 27:11.Fast comprehensive analysis of vitamin D and triacylglycerols in dietary supplements  using multiple parallel mass spectrometers

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2015. Fast comprehensive analysis of vitamin D and triacylglycerols in dietary supplements  using multiple parallel mass spectrometers. Lipid Technology. 27:7.The updated bottom up solution applied to mass spectrometry of soybean oil in a dietary supplement gelcap
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2015. The updated bottom up solution applied to mass spectrometry of soybean oil in a dietary supplement gelcap. Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry. 407:5143-5160.Construction of a wireless communication contact closure system for liquid chromatography with multiple parallel mass spectrometers and other detectors

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2014. Construction of a wireless communication contact closure system for liquid chromatography with multiple parallel mass spectrometers and other detectors. Journal of Laboratory Automation. 10.1177/2211068214543372.Extract-filter-shoot liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry for analysis of vitamin D2 in a powdered supplement capsule and SRM 3280

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2014. Extract-filter-shoot liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry for analysis of vitamin D2 in a powdered supplement capsule and SRM 3280. Journal of Separation Science. 10.1002/jssc.201400234.Quadruple parallel mass Spectrometry for analysis of vitamin D and triacylglycerols in a dietary supplement

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2013. Quadruple parallel mass Spectrometry for analysis of vitamin D and triacylglycerols in a dietary supplement. Journal of Chromatography. 1320:48-65.Effects of UV-B radiation levels on concentrations of phytosterol, ergothioneine, and polyphenolic compounds in mushroom powder used as dietary supplements
                                                        

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Sapozhnikova, Y.V., Lobato, A., Romig, B. 2014. Effects of UV-B radiation levels on concentrations of phytosterol, ergothioneine, and polyphenolic compounds in mushroom powder used as dietary supplements. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. dx.doi.org/10.1021/jf403852k.How many mass spectrometers are enough? Adventures in multiple parallel mass spectrometry

- (Trade Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2013. How many mass spectrometers are enough? Adventures in multiple parallel mass spectrometry. International News on Fats, Oils and Related Materials. 24(5):312-316.Vitamin D levels in fish and shellfish determined by liquid chromatography with ultraviolet detection and mass spectrometry

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C., Horst, R.L., Phillips, K.M., Holden, J.M., Patterson, K.Y., Harnly, J.M., Exler, J. 2013. Vitamin D levels in fish and shellfish determined by liquid chromatography with ultraviolet detection and mass spectrometry. Journal of Food Composition and Analysis. 10:1016/j.jfca.2013.01.005.Parallel mass spectrometry (APCI-MS and ESI-MS) for lipid analysis

- (Trade Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2012. Parallel mass spectrometry (APCI-MS and ESI-MS) for lipid analysis. AOCS Lipid Library. www.lipidlibrary.com.'Dilute-and-shoot' triple parallel mass spectrometry method for analysis of vitamin D and triacylglycerols in dietary supplements

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2011. 'Dilute-and-shoot' triple parallel mass spectrometry method for analysis of vitamin D and triacylglycerols in dietary supplements. Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry. 401:3317-3334.Vitamin D and sterol composition of ten types of mushrooms from retail suppliers in the United States

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Phillips, K.M., Ruggio, D.M., Horst, R.L., Minor, B., Simon, R., Feeney, M., Byrdwell, W.C., Haytowitz, D.B. 2011. Vitamin D and sterol composition of ten types of mushrooms from retail suppliers in the United States. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 59(14):7841-7853.Multiple parallel mass spectrometry for lipid and vitamin D analysis

- (Book / Chapter)Byrdwell, W.C. 2011. Multiple parallel mass spectrometry for lipid and vitamin D analysis. 8:225-299.Ultraviolet and mass spectrometric analysis of vitamin D in retail fortified orange juice

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C., Exler, J., Gebhardt, S.E., Harnly, J.M., Holden, J.M., Horst, R., Patterson, K.K., Phillips, K., Wolf, W.R. 2010. Ultraviolet and mass spectrometric analysis of vitamin D in retail fortified orange juice. Journal of Food Composition and Analysis. 24:299-306.Vitamin D content and variability in fluid milk from a USDA nationwide sampling to update values in the National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Patterson, K.K., Exler, J., Byrdwell, W.C., Phillips, K.M., Horst, R., Lemar, L.E., Holden, J.M. 2010. Vitamin D content and variability in fluid milk from a USDA nationwide sampling to update values in the National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference. Journal of Dairy Science. 93(11):5082-5090.Dual parallel mass spectrometry for lipid and vitamin D analysis

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2010. Dual parallel mass spectrometry for lipid and vitamin D analysis. Journal of Chromatography A. 1217(25):3992-4003.Certificate of Analysis, Standard Reference Material® 1849, Infant/Adult Nutritional Formula

- (Other)Wolf, W.R., Byrdwell, W.C., Chen, P., Goldschmidt, R.J., Atkinson, R.L. 2009. Certificate of Analysis, Standard Reference Material® 1849, Infant/Adult Nutritional Formula. Available NIST Website: https://www-s.nist.gov/srmors/view_detail.cfm?srm=1849.Dual Parallel Mass Spectrometry (LC1/MS2 and LC2/MS2) for Lipid and Vitamin D Analysis

- (Abstract Only)Byrdwell, W.C. Dual Parallel Mass Spectrometry (LC1/MS2 and LC2/MS2) for Lipid and Vitamin D Analysis. Meeting Abstract. American Oil Chemists’ Society, Orlando, Florida, May 3-6, 2009.Total Fat, n-3 Fatty Acids and Vitamin D3 in Selected Fish Species Sampled Under USDA’s National Food and Nutrient Analysis Program (NFNAP)

- (Abstract Only)Exler, J., Byrdwell, W.C., Holden, J.M., Lemar, L.E., Patterson, K.K., Pehrsson, P.R., Phillps, R. 2009. Total fat, n-3 fatty acids and vitamin D3 in selected fish species sampled under USDA’s National Food and Nutrient Analysis Program (NFNAP). Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology Conference, April 18-22, 2009, New Orleans, Louisiana.Dual parallel mass apectrometry (LC1/MS2 and LC2/MS2) for lipid and vitamin D analysis

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2008. Dual parallel mass apectrometry (LC1/MS2 and LC2/MS2) for lipid and vitamin D analysis. Proceedings of the United States-Japan Cooperative Program in Natural Resources. 37:179-180.Optimization of Methodology for Vitamin D3 in Fortified Foods

- (Abstract Only)Patterson, K.K., Exler, J., Lemar, L.E., Holden, J.M., Phillips, K., Harnly, J.M., Byrdwell, W.C., Wolf, W.R. 2008. Optimization of Methodology for Vitamin D3 in Fortified Foods. National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) Analytical Methods and Reference Materials Program, Vitamin Methodology Workshop, July 7-8, 2008, Gaithersburg, MD.Evaluation and harmonization of measurements of vitamin D in selected food materials

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Phillips, K., Byrdwell, W.C., Exler, J., Harnly, J.M., Holden, J.M., Holick, M., Hollis, B., Horst, R., Lemar, L.E., Patterson, K.K., Tarrango-Trani, M., Wolf, W.R. 2008. Evaluation and harmonization of measurements of vitamin D in selected food materials. Journal of Food Composition and Analysis. 21:527-534.Analyzing vitamin D in foods and supplements: methodological challenges

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C., Devries, J., Exler, J., Harnly, J.M., Holden, J.M., Holick, M., Hollis, B., Horst, R., Lada, M., Lemar, L.E., Patterson, K.K., Phillips, K., Tarrago-Trani, M., Wolf, W.R. 2008. Analyzing vitamin D in foods and supplements: Methodological challenges. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 88:554S-557S.Variability in the Vitamin D Content of 2% Milk from a Nationwide United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Sampling

- (Abstract Only)Patterson, K.K., Phillips, K., Horst, R., Byrdwell, W.C., Exler, J., Harnly, J.M., Lemar, L.E., Pehrsson, P.R., Wolf, W.R. 2008. Variability in the vitamin D content of 2% milk from a nationwide United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) sampling. 32nd National Nutrient Databank Conference, May 12-14, 2008, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.The Highlights, Perils, and Pitfalls of Vitamin D Analysis by Mass Spectrometry

- (Abstract Only)Byrdwell, W.C. 2008. The Highlights, Perils, and Pitfalls of Vitamin D Analysis by Mass Spectrometry. 99th Annual Meeting of the American Oil Chemists' Society (AOCS), May 18-21, 2008, Seattle, WA.Control Materials for Validating Measurement of Vitamin D in Key Foods for the USDA National Food and Nutrient Analysis Program (NFNAP)

- (Abstract Only)Holden, J.M., Byrdwell, W.C., Exler, J., Harnly, J.M., Holick, M., Hollis, B., Horst, R., Patterson, K.K., Phillips, K., Wolf, W.R. 2008. Control materials for validating measurement of vitamin D in key foods for the USDA National Food and Nutrient Analysis Program (NFNAP). Experimental Biology, April 5-9, 2008, San Diego, CA.Comprehensive Method for Analysis of Vitamin D in Foods (Experimetntal Biology Annual Meeting, April, 2007, Washington, D.C.)

- (Abstract Only)Byrdwell, W.C. 2007. Comprehensive Method for Analysis of Vitamin D in Foods.  Experimetntal Biology, April 25, 2007, Washington, D.C.Dual Parallel Liquid Chromatography with Dual Mass Spectrometry (LC2/MS2) for a Total Lipid Analysis

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2008. Dual parallel liquid chromatography with dual mass spectrometry (LC2/MS2) for a total lipid analysis. Frontiers in Bioscience. 13:100-120.Liquid Chromatography with Dual Parallel Mass Spectrometry and 31P Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy for Analysis of Sphingomyelin and Dihydrosphingomyelin.  II. Bovine Milk Sphingolipids

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C., Perry, R.H. 2007. Liquid Chromatography with Dual Parallel Mass Spectrometry and 31P Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy for Analysis of Sphingomyelin and Dihydrosphingomyelin. II. Bovine Milk Sphingolipids. Journal of Chromatography A, 1146:164-185LIQUID CHROMATOGRAPHY WITH DUAL PARALLEL MASS SPECTROMETRY AND 31P NUCLEAR MAGNETIC RESONANCE SPECTROSCOPY FOR ANALYSIS OF SPHINGOMYELIN AND DIHYDROSPHINGOMYELIN:  I. BOVINE BRAIN AND CHICKEN EGG YOLK

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C., Perry, R.H. 2006. Liquid chromatography with dual parallel mass spectrometry and 31p nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy for analysis of sphingomyelin and dihydrosphingomyelin: I. bovine brain and chicken egg yolk. Journal of Chromatography A. 1133:149-171.Comparison of analysis of vitamin D3 in foods using ultraviolet and mass spectrometric detection

- (Peer Reviewed Journal)Byrdwell, W.C. 2009. Comparison of analysis of vitamin D3 in foods using ultraviolet and mass spectrometric detection. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 57(6):2135-2146.ANALYSIS OF TRIGLYCERIDES AND RELATED COMPOUNDS IN FOOD USING LIQUID CHROMATOGRAPHY/MASS SPECTROMETRY TECHNIQUES

- (Other)Byrdwell, W.C. 2006. Analysis of triglycerides and related compounds in food using liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry techniques. Encyclopedia of Mass Spectrometry (M.L. Gross and R.M> Caprioli, Ed.), Elsevier B.V., p. 654-664.
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