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Scope & Guideline
Inspiring Progress in Analytical Chemistry Since 1999
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Analytical Chemistry and Separation Science:
The journal covers a broad range of topics related to analytical chemistry, with a strong emphasis on chromatography techniques, including liquid chromatography (LC), gas chromatography (GC), and their hybrid techniques. - Method Development and Optimization:
A core focus is on the development and optimization of analytical methods, including troubleshooting and enhancing performance in chromatography and mass spectrometry. - Emerging Technologies and Trends:
The journal highlights emerging technologies and trends in the field of chromatography, including automation, chemometrics, and machine learning applications in analytical methods. - Environmental and Food Safety Applications:
Research and discussions surrounding the application of chromatography and analytical techniques in environmental monitoring and food safety are also prominent, reflecting current global concerns. - Biopharmaceutical Analysis:
The journal provides insights into the analysis and characterization of biopharmaceuticals, focusing on techniques relevant to the pharmaceutical industry, including method validation and regulatory compliance.
Trending and Emerging
- Automation and Digital Transformation:
A growing trend is the integration of automation and digital technologies in laboratory workflows, enhancing efficiency and data management in analytical processes. - Sustainability and Green Chemistry:
There is an increasing focus on sustainability within analytical chemistry, with topics exploring green chemistry principles and environmentally friendly practices in chromatography. - Advanced Characterization Techniques for Biopharmaceuticals:
The analysis and characterization of biopharmaceuticals are expanding, with emerging methodologies that address the complexities of modern drug development processes. - Multi-Attribute Methods (MAM):
The adoption of multi-attribute methods for the characterization of complex biopharmaceuticals is gaining momentum, reflecting industry needs for comprehensive quality control. - Microplastics and Environmental Contaminants:
Research on microplastics and other emerging environmental contaminants is becoming more prominent, addressing urgent global environmental issues.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Sample Preparation Techniques:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focused on traditional sample preparation methods, as newer, more efficient techniques gain traction. - Basic Chromatography Fundamentals:
The coverage of basic chromatography fundamentals seems to be waning, likely due to the audience's increasing familiarity with foundational concepts and a shift toward more advanced applications. - General Instrumentation Reviews:
There are fewer articles solely dedicated to reviews of chromatography instrumentation, as the journal seems to prioritize innovative applications and methodologies over general discussions.
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