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May 21, 2025

AI-Powered GC-MS Analysis: What’s New at NXT Spectra

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how GC-MS data is analyzed and interpreted. At NXT Spectra, we develop AI-powered software for automated GC-MS structure elucidation, designed to reduce manual effort and improve analytical clarity.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how GC-MS data is analyzed and interpreted. At NXT Spectra, we develop AI-powered software for automated GC-MS structure elucidation, designed to reduce manual effort and improve analytical clarity.

In this product update, we share upcoming features in METIS, our AI-based GC-MS analysis platform, recent developments, and opportunities to connect with our team.

New Features in METIS for GC-MS Data Interpretation

AI-Based EI Mass Spectra Prediction

Starting in September 2025, NXT Spectra will introduce automated EI mass spectra prediction as part of the GC-MS workflow.

Based on AI-generated structure proposals, METIS simulates EI spectra and enables direct comparison with experimental GC-MS data. This allows users to

  • Validate or discard structure candidates faster
  • Increase confidence in structure identification
  • Work beyond classical spectral libraries when reference data is missing

This feature is particularly relevant for applications in food and flavor analysis, fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and environmental analytics, where unknown compounds are common.

Redesigned User Interface for GC-MS Analysis

We are releasing a new METIS frontend focused on usability, performance, and clarity.

There designed interface allows users to

  • Zoom into peaks of interest
  • Explore spectra, fragmentations, and results more efficiently
  • Access relevant information with fewer manual steps

The goal is to support routine GC-MS workflows without adding complexity.

Virtual Spectral Libraries at Scale

Using AI-driven prediction models, NXT Spectra has generated more than 15 virtual EI spectral libraries, covering over 10 million predicted mass spectra.

These libraries span chemical domains such as

  • Aroma and food chemistry
  • Agrochemicals
  • Pharmaceuticals and drugs
  • Natural products
  • Cosmetics and fine chemicals

Virtual libraries enable users to explore chemical space beyond static databases and support large-scale comparison and hypothesis-driven analysis.

Meet ChemInnovation at Industry Events

Chem Spec Europe 2025 – Cologne


Our teamwill attend ChemSpec Europe on June 4, 2025, in Cologne. We look forward to discussing challenges in GC-MS analytics, AI-based data interpretation, and structure elucidation with peers from industry and research.

OUT OFTHE BOX.NRW Award – Finalist

ChemInnovation has been selected as a finalist for the OUT OF THE BOX.NRW Award.
On June 5, 2025, we will pitch live at Hinterland of Things 2025in Bielefeld alongside startups working on industrial innovation, AI, and deeptech.

What to Expect from NXT Spectra Updates

With our blog and updates, we aim to share practical insights into AI-driven analytical chemistry, including:

  • Trends in GC-MS automation and structure elucidation
  • Real-world use cases from analytical laboratories
  • Product updates, demos, and ndustry events

Try NXT Spectra: AI-Powered GC-MS Demo Periods

We regularly offer guided demo periods for laboratories interested inAI-based GC-MS analysis.

Upcoming demo window:

  • June 15 – July 15, 2025
  • 14-day access to the cloud-based METIS platform
  • Automated analysis of up to three GC-MS chromatograms
  • Shareable demo access for internal evaluation
  • Guided onboarding and review sessions
  • Results available for 30 days

The next demo period will run from September 1–30, 2025.

If you are interested in testing AI-powered GC-MS structure elucidation, feel free to contact us for further details.

AI for GC-MS Structure Elucidation: What’s Next

This is only the beginning. We will continue to expand METIS with new AI models, workflows, and features to support automated, reproducible, and scalableGC-MS analysis.

Stay tuned for future updates.