Main objectives of the lecture

The students should learn how to successfully work on an analytical problem: From sampling and sample preparation to analysis and data evaluation. 

They will learn new analytical techniques such as comprehensive two-dimensional chromatography, ion mobility mass spectrometry, ambient desorption ion sources etc.

Topics of the lecture

  • Repetition: Chromatography, HPLC, GC, CE and MS
  • DNA adduct analysis
  • DNA methylation
  • Analysis of active substances in Chinese herbal medicine or other natural products
  • Use of APLI for non-aromatic compounds
  • Analysis of surfactants in cleaners
  • Analysis of Phloem sap
  • Quantitative analysis with MALDI
  • Analysis of liquid inclusions in quartz samples
  • Analysis of isobaric compounds with MS