About Us
Guided by Brilliance
At Sothis Separations, we draw inspiration from Sothis, the most brilliant star in the night sky, more than 25 times as luminous as our Sun. In ancient Egypt, the heliacal rising of Sothis marked the annual flooding of the Nile — a life-giving event that nourished the land and ensured agricultural abundance. This celestial phenomenon made Sothis a symbol of growth, prosperity, flourishing and renewal — values that mirror our company’s vision and drive.
Just as Sothis has been a beacon for navigators in ancient times, leading them towards new horizons, we aim to propel forward our customers’ analytical and/or bioanalytical research, guiding them toward transformative discoveries and scientific breakthroughs.
Our Mission
Our expertise in nanoscale Liquid Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry offers unparalleled precision and advancement. At Sothis Separations, we believe in pushing the boundaries of (bio)analytical science, guiding our clients to leap forward in their analytical and Biomolecular Mass Spectrometric tools to groundbreaking discoveries and innovative solutions.
Empowering Breakthroughs
Our team of experts, boasts over 30 years of combined experience in nanoscale Liquid Chromatography and (Biomolecular) Mass Spectrometry, going back to the early 1990s. Their enduring commitment to innovations and excellence in nanoscale LC-MS has empowered countless researches to achieve breakthroughs.
Unleashing the Invisible
Sothis Separations actively breaks boundaries to bring hidden potential into the open, creating an exciting sense of discovery and transformation. Partner with us and benefit from the exceptional expertise and advancements of our team that has shaped our legacy.
Hugo D. Meiring, PhD.
Chief Executive Officer
Hugo Meiring has over 40 years experience in Mass Spectrometry, with a focus on the development and application of miniaturized Liquid Chromatography systems. He holds a PhD in Mass Spectrometry-based ImmunoProteomics. For more than 20 years, he served as a product engineer for NanoSeparations (Nieuwkoop, The Netherlands). In 2024, he joined the HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (The Netherlands) as a lecturer.
