Comprehensive Multidimensional Gas Chromatography

Dear Colleagues,

The next generation of cutting-edge separation technology is built on the concept of multidimensional systems. Recent developments in comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography (GC×GC) have caused the increased adoption of the technique across the analytical sciences and its extended applications across many “omics” fields. Software improvements, increased compatibility with a wider range of detectors, and the increased availability of commercial options have all contributed to a change in the landscape of GC×GC research and industry standards. However, a number of challenges remain in the field, including the standardization of data processing strategies, dealing with the high dimensionality of datasets using statistics, minimizing software bottlenecks, etc. Current fundamental developments in column and modulation technologies, as well as in prediction and data processing software, are essential to make it available to all potential users.

This Special Issue is intended to highlight advancements in the use of GC×GC and stimulate dialogue about major obstacles that are still preventing widespread adoption of GC×GC in relevant disciplines. Articles highlighting basic principles of GC×GC for new users are encouraged, in addition to new and emerging applications. Fundamental work on new developments, such as sample introduction, modulation, column technology, detector coupling, chemometrics, and others are also encouraged. This Special Issue is also an opportunity to highlight work presented during the 10th Multidimensional Chromatography Workshop, organized in Liège, Belgium (www.multidimensionalchromatography.com).

Dr. Katelynn A. Perrault
Dr. Pierre-Hugues Stefanuto
Guest Editors
Chairs of the 10th Multidimensional Chromatography Workshop

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• multidimensional chromateography
• GCxGC
• mass spectrometry
• complex sample characterization
• chemometrics
• data processing
• column technology
• modulation
• hyphenated systems
• orthogonality
• comprehensive chromatography