This comprehensive review explores the utilization of chiral stationary phases (CSPs) in the context of single-column simultaneous chiral–achiral high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) separation methods. While CSPs have traditionally be...
Phenolic composition of green tea (Camellia sinensis) varies according to manufacturing processes that result in deglycosylation of glycosylated phenolics and condensation, epimerization, and degalloylation of flavan-3-ols (catechins). Ambiguous phen...
Iron and alumina can be separated from bauxite residue and calcite self-hardened reduced pellets through simultaneous magnetic separation and alkali leaching. Bauxite residue and calcite self-hardened pellets were reduced non-isothermally by hydrogen...
The aim of the study was to develop an alternative capillary zone electrophoresis (CZE) for simultaneous determination of phillyrin (1), phillygenin (2), epipinoresinol-4-O-β-glucoside (3), pinoresinol-4-O-β-glucoside (4), lariciresinol (5), pinoresi...
Hydrolysis is the heart of the lignocellulose-to-bioethanol conversion process. Using enzymes to catalyze the hydrolysis represents a more environmentally friendly pathway compared to other techniques. However, for the process to be economically feas...
This paper presents a novel method for atmospheric transmittance-temperature-emissivity separation (
An effective chromatography process was developed and validated for simultaneous purification and separation of total lignans and flavonoids from Valeriana amurensis. The total lignans and flavonoids in Valeriana amurensis extract were prepurified wi...
The separation section of the methanol-to-olefin (MTO) process is energy-intensive, and the optimization and heat integration can enhance energy efficiency and reduce costs. A bi-level optimization model framework is proposed to optimize the separati...
Coal fly ash (CFA) is a technogenic waste formed during coal combustion in thermal power plants (TPPs). The extraction of valuable components from CFA is complicated by the presence of a large amount of amorphous glassy mass and iron. Herein, a novel...
In our previous paper we have presented the new prototype equipment and introduced a new analytical technique—high-performance/high-pressure layer electrochromatography (HPLEC), a combination of overpressured-layer chromatography (OPLC) and pre...
A large volume sample stacking (LVSS) method in micellar electrokinetic chromatography (MEKC) with diode array detector was developed for the simultaneous separation and analysis of five compounds: protocatechuic acid, protocatechuic aldehyde, caffei...
This study aims to integrate copper (Cu) during membrane formation by a facile simultaneous phase separation process to alleviate biofouling and improve membrane performance. Polythiourea (PTU) polymer synthesized through condensation polymerization...
The development of superlyophobic materials in liquid systems, enabling synchronous oil/water separation and dye removal from water, is highly desirable. In this study, we employed a novel superwetting array-like BiOBr nanosheets anchored on waste ro...
Background: The aim of this study was to investigate the immunogenicity and safety of the enterovirus 71 vaccine (EV71 vaccine) administered alone or simultaneously. Methods: A multi-center, open-label, randomized controlled trial was performed invol...
In this study, a preparative separation method was established to simultaneously isolate the polymethoxylated flavones (PMFs) from the peel of “Dahongpao” tangerine using macroporous adsorptive resins (MARs) combined with prep-HPLC. The t...
An efficient microwave-assisted simultaneous distillation and extraction (MA-SDE) method has been developed for the separation of polysaccharides and essential oil from Taxus chinensis var. mairei. The key operating parameters for MA-SDE were optimiz...
This paper presents simulation and bench test results for a special type of centrifugal pump that enables the transport of dispersive foaming liquids and simultaneous separation of the liquid phase. During the design phase, CFD (Computer Fluid Dynami...
The different activity and toxicity that the enantiomers of agrochemicals may have requires the development of stereoselective analytical methodologies enabling the individual determination of each enantiomer. The aim of this work was to develop the...
To obtain enantiopure compounds, the so-called chiral high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method, i.e., HPLC using a chiral stationary phase, is very useful, as reviewed in the present Special Issue. On the other hand, normal HPLC (on silic...
This paper presents a method of sound source separation in live audio signals, based on sound intensity analysis. Sound pressure signals recorded with an acoustic vector sensor are analyzed, and the spectral distribution of sound intensity in two dim...
Glucocorticoid (GC) residues present in aquatic products raise food safety concerns, as their chronic dietary intake may pose potential risks of endocrine and metabolic disruption. For the first time, a sensitive and reliable liquid chromatography&nd...
In this study, ion-exclusion/cation-exchange chromatography (IEC/CEC) using dual-ion-exchange groups (carboxy and sulfo groups) for the simultaneous determination of anions (SO42−, Cl−, NO3−, and HPO42−) and cations (Na+, NH4+, K+, Mg2+, and Ca2+) wa...
This paper investigates bioethanol production from switchgrass, focusing on enhancement of efficiency through various pretreatment methods and comparing two bioethanol production processes: simultaneous saccharification and fermentation (SSF) and sep...
Sea cucumber peptides have been shown to possess a number of functions, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and anti-fatigue effects, as well as immune regulation and promotion of collagen synthesis. Among these, high F-value oligop...
In this study, a methodology for automatic recognition of multiple simultaneous types of partial discharges (PDs) in hydro-generator stator windings was proposed. All the seven PD sources typical in rotating machines were considered, and up to three...
As isobutanol exhibits higher energy density and lower hygroscopicity than ethanol, it is considered a better candidate biofuel. The sustainable supply of inedible biomass and lack of competition with the food supply have stimulated significant world...
This study investigates the valorization of carrot discard, a carbohydrate-rich agricultural residue, for the production of 2,3-butanediol (2,3-BDO). The fermentation process was evaluated using two strains, Bacillus licheniformis DSM 8785 and Bacill...
Microbial lipids have similar fatty acid composition to plant oils, and therefore, are considered as an alternative feedstock for biodiesel production. Oleaginous yeasts accumulate considerable amounts of lipids intracellularly during growth on low-c...
Bioeconomy and environmental issues envisage industrial by-products such as Brewer’s spent grain (BSG) as renewable resources for their recycling and reuse within a biorefinery concept. This study aimed to investigate the production of bioethan...
Herein, we report a new automated flow method based on zone fluidics for the simultaneous determination of homocysteine and homocysteine thiolactone using fluorimetric detection (λext = 370 nm/λem = 480 nm). Homocysteine thiolactone is...
This paper fits into the process system engineering field by addressing the optimization of a two-stage membrane system for H2 separation in refinery processes. To this end, a nonlinear mathematical programming (NLP) model is developed to simultaneou...
Aluminum dross (AD) is a hazardous waste that contains valuable metallic Al and reactive aluminum nitride (AlN). The intergrowth of Al and AlN presents a challenge to Al recovery and AlN removal. In the current work, a mechanical milling method was d...
An interesting and unpredictable environmental issue raises condensing plants. [...]
The rising global need for clean water highlights the importance of efficient sample preparation methods to separate and wash various contaminants such as microparticles. Microfluidic methods for these purposes have emerged but they mostly deliver ei...
The 14 geometrical tolerances defined in ISO 1101 are supplemented by the alphanumerical symbols defined in this standard and some other standards. The symbols CZ (combined zone), SZ (separate zones) and SIM (simultaneous requirement), which are cruc...
Recovery of wastewater is essential for better management of water resources and can aid in reducing regional or seasonal water shortages. When algae were used to clean wastewater, amazing benefits were guaranteed, such as a decrease in the formation...
Countercurrent liquid-liquid chromatographic techniques (CCC), similar to solvent extraction, are based on the different distribution of compounds between two immiscible liquids and have been most widely used in natural product separations. Due to it...
Microwave extraction and separation has been used to increase the concentration of the extract compared to the conventional method with the same solid/liquid ratio, reducing extraction time and separate at the same time Volatile Organic Compounds (VO...
A capillary zone electrophoretic (CZE) method was developed, validated, and applied for the assay of metformin (MET) and pioglitazone (PIO) in pharmaceutical formulations. The optimum running buffer composition was found to be 75 mmol/L phosphate buf...
The use of ammonia as a hydrogen carrier requires efficient cracking technology. A promising solution is the use of a membrane reactor (MR), which enables both ammonia decomposition and hydrogen separation to take place within the same device, provid...
By the end of 2023, biowaste must be completely separated or recycled at source, based on EU legislation. Separate biowaste collection and valorisation for biofuels could play an essential role in the biobased circular economy. In this context, the p...
Background: It is crucial to understand the neural feedback mechanisms and the cognitive decision-making of the brain during the processing of rewards. Here, we report the first attempt for a simultaneous electroencephalography (EEG)–functional...
This study aimed to establish a validated HPLC-UV analytical method for the determination of gallic acid, catechin, scopoletin, and umckalin in phytoformulations containing P. sidoides. Also, to assess the anti-SARS-CoV-2 effect of P. sidoides and th...
Blood viscosity is influenced by several factors, including red blood cell (RBC) deformability, hematocrit (Hct), and plasma protein levels. To effectively isolate the individual contributions of several factors, it is necessary to simultaneously mea...
The feasible, reliable and selective multi-template molecularly imprinted polymers (MT-MIPs) based on SBA-15 (SBA-15@MT-MIPs) for the selective separation and determination of the trace level of ginsenoside Rb1 (Rb1), ginsenoside Rg1 (Rg1) and notogi...
In this study, Seed pods of B. ceiba were used as a novel, cheap, and sustainable feedstock for second-generation bioethanol production. B. ceiba waste was pretreated with NaOH under different conditions using a Box–Behnken design (BBD) with th...
An ionic liquid-based ultrasonic/microwave-assisted simultaneous distillation and extraction (IL-UMASDE) method for isolating camptothecin (CPT), 10-hydroxycamptothecin (HCPT), vincoside-lactam (VCS-LT), and essential oils (EOs) from Camptotheca acum...
After harvesting and drying, areca nut (betel nut) processing requires shell cracking and separation of the kernel from the shell. Conventional processing often relies on manual sorting or additional separation machines after husking. To address this...
Objectives: Our objectives were to evaluate the safety of the simultaneous vaccination of Japanese encephalitis attenuated live vaccine (JEV-L) and measles, mumps, and rubella combined attenuated live vaccine (MMR) in children and to provide a refere...
Membrane technology is a promising methodology for carbon dioxide separation due to its benefit of a small carbon footprint. However, the trade-off relationship between gas permeability and selectivity is one obstacle to limiting its application. Her...
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