Sample Preparation and Introduction

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue focuses on sampling and sample preparation for all types of chromatography, including both sample preparation and sample introduction. Papers focusing on new techniques, novel applications of classical techniques, improved quantitation and modification of existing techniques and novel combinations of existing techniques will be considered. Original research papers and review articles will be considered. Proposed topics for review articles must be confirmed with the Guest Editor prior to submission. Paper content should go beyond simple reporting of method and validation results; it should include thorough discussion of the chemistry behind the various choices made in developing the method or technique. Reviews should be interpretive rather than comprehensive. The emphasis should be more on the chemistry and discussion rather than the length of the article or the lowest detection limit. There should be a chemistry lesson in every article.

Prof. Dr. Nicholas H. Snow
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

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• Sample Preparation
• Sample Introduction
• Injection
• Inlets
• Extraction
• Sampling
• Automation