StellarNet, Inc. News and Press Releases
News and Updates for 2026
The Dogs of StellarNet and the ChemWiz-ADK™ NIR Feed and Pet Food Analyzers
Celebrate National Dog Day on August 26th! This National Dog Day, we’re highlighting how advanced NIR spectroscopy helps pet food manufacturers create consistent, high-quality products for the animals we love. The ChemWiz-ADK™ Pet Food Analyzer combines...
The SpectraWizard’s Spectroscopy Application Challenge has Officially Started
It’s time to show the world what your light measurement application can do! Science empowers us to explore, discover, and shape a brighter tomorrow—and now it’s your turn to shine! Show off your spectroscopy brilliance by submitting an abstract of your research along...
National Ice Cream Month
Near-Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy (NIR Spectrometers) is a valuable tool for quality control in the production of soft serve ice cream powders. It offers several advantages for measuring various quality attributes quickly, non-destructively, and with minimal sample...
Space Exploration Day
Space exploration has entered a new era of compact, collaborative spacecraft. As CubeSat technology continues to mature, researchers are exploring innovative ways to perform sophisticated scientific measurements using small satellites working together. A recent study...
Spectroscopy and the Perfect Pitch
Before the first whistle blows at the soccer match, spectroscopy is already at work. By measuring the light reaching the turf canopy, researchers using StellarNet spectrometers uncovered how healthy grass naturally limits weed growth - helping maintain the...
StellarNet and the SpectraWizard wish you a Happy 4th of July!
Fun Facts about the Chemistry of Fireworks: Fireworks require 3 types of components in order to work: an oxidizer, fuel, and a chemical mixture to create color and sound. The invention of fireworks can be traced back to ancient China, around 200 BC. Initially, bamboo...
StellarNet Announces RadiantSuite™ Software for Real-Time Solar Spectral Monitoring
Tampa, Florida — StellarNet is pleased to announce the continued expansion of its RadiantSuite™ Spectral Measurement Software, providing researchers, engineers, and renewable energy professionals with powerful tools for real-time solar spectral irradiance...
The SpectraWizard’s Father’s Day Spectroscopy BBQ
It’s almost Father's Day, and like most people at this time of year, the SpectraWizard is excited to celebrate with a barbecue. In fact, he’s so excited that he’s hosting one and you are invited! What is on the menu, you may ask? How does fresh pork and beef sound?...
Technical Application Note – SMA-Lock
Miniature fiber optic spectrometers are widely used in applications where repeatable optical alignment is essential. Standard SMA-905 fiber connectors, however, can exhibit slight variations in rotation, axial position, or seating depth during repeated connection...
Analyzing Astrophotography Filters- The SpectraWizard captures the Orion Nebula
After analyzing the spectrum of Sirius and Betelgeuse, the SpectraWizard decided to take a shot with astrophotography. His journey takes him to the Great Orion Nebula where he creates a superimposed image of the nebula using bandpass filters. He uses spectroscopy to...