April 4th 2024
In a recent study, scientists evaluated different microextraction methods using green analytical chemistry (GAC) metrics.
December 14th 2023
Microwave Accelerated Extraction — SW-846 Method 3546 and Beyond
November 1st 2013Microwave accelerated extraction (MAE) was evaluated by the authors of this review in 1999 (1). Since this time, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) has promoted the use of SW-846 Method 3546 using MAE for the extraction of organic compounds from solid matrices.
Green Chemistry Perspectives on Analytical Extractions
November 1st 2013The growing interest in green chemistry requires fresh perspectives on analytical extractions. Reduced solvent consumption, alternative safer solvents, and reasonable energy demands must be balanced with traditional analytical considerations such as extraction yield and selectively.
Carbon Nanotubes: Applications in Chromatography and Sample Preparation
This article gives an overview of research into carbon nanotubules and their potential applications in chromatography and sample preparation.
Analysis of the State of the Art: Sample Preparation
August 1st 2012Congratulations, LCGC, on 30 successful years of reporting on the current trends in chromatography. Certainly, this is an accomplishment that we in the separations community have enjoyed and benefited from, and we wish you many more happy years of success.
Today's Forensic Laboratory: Boosting Profits without Sacrificing Quality
April 2nd 2012The current state of economic affairs is tumultous; as the economy struggles to bounce back, companies across all industries are becoming more creative in finding ways to reduce costs without sacrificing the quality of their goods or services. According to a recent survey conducted by the Society of Forensic Toxicologists (SOFT), 64.5% of forensic labs surveyed are implementing changes, or plan to implement changes, as a result of limited resources.