dr hab. inż. Justyna Płotka-Wasylka
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Badanie toksyczności termicznie stabilizowanych i cementowanych osadów ściekowych
PublicationW dzisiejszych czasach, w związku ze wzrostem liczby ludności oraz coraz szybciej rozwijającymi się technologiami i przemysłem, wzrasta zapotrzebowanie na energię i czystą wodę. Wytwarzanie energii najczęściej wiąże się z emisją szerokiej gamy zanieczyszczeń środowiska. Są to w głównej mierze lotne pyły oraz żużle
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Rola łożyska ludzkiego w analityce ksenobiotyków
PublicationŁożysko jest ważnym organem łączącym matkę oraz dziecko. Ułatwia transport substancji odżywczych do płodu, ale także umożliwia migrację substancji toksycznych. Stosowanie używek w trakcie trwania ciąży stanowi poważny problem społeczny, ponieważ substancje te dzięki swojej budowie mogą przenikać przez łożysko i wpływać niekorzystnie na rozwój płodu. W związku ze szkodliwością tych substancji konieczne jest prowadzenie biomonitoringu...
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Capillary gas chromatography using a -cyclodextrin forenantiomeric separation of methylamphetamine, its precursors andchloro intermediates after optimization of the derivatization reaction
PublicationtThe enantiomeric ratio of methylamphetamine (MAMP) is closely related to the optical activity of precur-sors and reagents used for the synthesis and this knowledge can provide useful information concerningthe origins and synthetic methods used for illicit manufacture. The information can be utilized for reg-ulation of the precursors and investigation of the manufacturing sources but this requires analyticalprocedures to determine...
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Poultry meat freshness assessment based on the biogenic amines index
PublicationIn order to safeguard the well-being of the consumers, it is important to accurately determine the shelf life of poultry and poultry-based products. In this work, it was evaluated whether the measurement of the concentration of cadaverine, putrescine, histamine and tyramine can be used to assess the shelf-life of poultry meat stored in the different types of the containers. Based on the results it can be concluded that the collective...
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Derywatyzacja in situ w połączeniu z techniką DLLME-oznaczanie amin biogennych w winach owocowych
PublicationW literaturze można znaleźć potwierdzenie dla tezy, że miniaturyzacja oraz automatyzacja to kluczowe elementy, które powinny być brane pod uwagę przy optymalizacji tych procedur analitycznych, w których występuje etap derywatyzacji analitów, jeśli mają być one zaliczone do grupy tzw. zielonych metodyk analitycznych. Rezultatem zastosowania takiego podejścia jest zmniejszenie ilości zużytych odczynników i tym samym, zmniejszenie...
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Determination of Biogenic Amines in Wine Using Micellar Electrokinetic Chromatography
PublicationProduction on a large-scale of fermented alcoholic drinks made from different kinds of fruits is carried out in homes. Although wine laws regulating home production exist, they do not include upper concentration limits of biogenic amines. Therefore, a quick and inexpensive way to determine BAs in wine is crucial. A new analytical method based on micellar electrokinetic chromatography has been developed for the separation of the...
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Ciecze głęboko eutektyczne pochodzenia naturalnego jako nowe medium ekstrakcji
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Wykorzystanie technik elektromigracyjnych w procedurach oznaczania amin biogennych w napojach alkoholowych
PublicationTechniki elektromigracyjne są obecnie najszybciej rozwijającymi się na przestrzeni ostatnich lat metodami analitycznymi. Biorąc pod uwagę korzyści wynikające z zastosowania elektroforezy kapilarnej oraz możliwość pominięcie etapu derywatyzaji, który jest bardzo kosztowny i pracochłonny, elektroforeza może być alternatywą w oznaczaniu amin biogennych w próbkach żywności i napojów alkoholowych w stosunku do technik chromatograficznych.
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A novel methodology for the enantiomeric resolution of methamphetamine, its precursors and intermediates by GC-MS
PublicationImpurity profiling and classification of abused drugs using chiral analytical techniques is of particular interest and importance because of the additional information obtained from this approach. When these methods are applied to the synthesis of illicitly used substances, they can supply valuable information about the conditions/chemicals used in the synthesis. In this study, simultaneous chiral separation of methylamphetamine,...
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Green chromatography
PublicationAnalysis of organic compounds in samples characterized by different composition of the matrix is very important in many areas. A vast majority of organic compound determinations are performed using gas or liquid chromatographic methods. It is thus very important that these methods have negligible environmental impact. Chromatographic techniques have the potential to be greener at all steps of the analysis, from sample collection...
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Mетамфетамин. Аналитик в криминалистическиx расследоbанияx.
PublicationW ostatnich czasach jednym z najczęściej nadużywanych narkotyków jest metamfetamina. Jest ona stymulantem ośrodkowego układu nerwowego, opartym na szkielecie β-fenyloetyloaminy, który wpływa na mechanizmy neurochemiczne odpowiedzialne za, np. regulację akcji serca, temperatury ciała i ciśnienia krwi czy emocjonalne reakcje związane z czujnością. Metamfetamina poprawia nastrój, powoduje euforię, zwiększa czujność, zmniejszenia zmęczenia,...
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A Green Chemistry "environmentally friendly" approach to the synthesis of chloro-intermediates of ephedrine/pseudoephedrine
PublicationMethylamphetamine is an addictive stimulant drug that strongly activates certain systems in the brain. It is closely related chemically to amphetamine, but the central nervous system effects of methamphetamine are greater. There is much interest in methylamphetamine among scientists and therefore the synthesizes of methylamphetamine and its metabolites are carried out on a large scale in chemical laboratories. Globally, ephedrine...
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Recent developments in biological sample testing methods for the confirmation of gestational exposure to tobacco smoke anddrugs of abused
PublicationSubstance use is most prevalent in reproductive-aged people also by women during pregnancy. In national prevalence surveys among women aged 15 to 44 years, 10.8 % of women reported using alcohol during pregnancy, 17 % reported smoking during pregnancy, and 4.4 % reported abusing any illicit substances during pregnancy. Virtually all illegal drugs, such as heroin and cocaine, pose dangers to a pregnant woman. Legal substances, such...
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Chiral analysis of chloro intermediates of methylamphetamine by one-dimensional and multidementional NMR and GC/MS
PublicationImpurity profiling and classification of abused drugs using chiral analytical techniques is of particular interest and importance because of the additional information obtained fromthis approach. When these methods are applied to the synthesis of illicitly used substances, they can supply valuable information about the conditions/chemicals used in the synthesis. We have applied GC and NMR methods to the study of intermediates found...
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The enantiomeric determination of chloro-precursors of methamphetamine
PublicationImpurity profiling and classification of seized methamphetamine may supply valuable information with respect to the conditions and the chemicals used in the illicit methamphetamine manufacture and may provide information on the original source of the sample. Determination of the stereochemical makeup of forensic samples is important as well for the same reasons. Laboratories in many places are engaged in clandestine manufacture...
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Metamfetamina : analityk w dochodzeniach kryminalistycznych
PublicationW ostatnich czasach jednym z najczęściej nadużywanych narkotyków jest metamfetamina. Jest ona stymulantem ośrodkowego układu nerwowego, opartym na szkielecie β-fenyloetyloaminy, który wpływa na mechanizmy neurochemiczne odpowiedzialne za, np. regulację akcji serca, temperatury ciała i ciśnienia krwi czy emocjonalne reakcje związane z czujnością. Metamfetamina poprawia nastrój, powoduje euforię, zwiększa czujność, zmniejszenia...
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Derywatyzacja analitów- sposób na poprawę skuteczności procesu rozdzielania chromatograficznego
PublicationWiele badanych związków nie wykazuje takich właściwości, aby możliwe było ich oznaczanie przy użyciu technik chromatograficznych sprzężonych z danym typem detekcji, dlatego też konieczne staję się przeprowadzenie analitów w odpowiednie pochodne o pożądanych właściwościach umożliwiających ich oznaczenie, czyli przeprowadzenie tak zwanego procesu derywatyzacji.
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Miniaturized solid-phase extraction techniques
PublicationMore than 80% of analysis time is spent on sample collection and sample preparation, so sample preparation is a critical part of the analytical process. Traditionally, liquid-liquid extraction was developed and employed to screen for general unknowns. However, solid-phase extraction (SPE) is becoming highly popular as an alternative, due to its simplicity and economy in terms of time and solvent. This review summarizes the current...
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Assessment of baby disposable diapers application for urine collection and determination of phthalate metabolites
PublicationThe baby disposable diapers were investigated as a sampling material for urine collection and validated for the evaluation of the exposure of children to xenobiotics. Phthalate metabolites detected in urine samples were chosen as proof-of-concept analytes. For the determination of phthalate metabolites in children’s urine samples, high performance liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS) was used. Two...
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Bisphenols and their derivatives in baby diaper samples.
PublicationMany common products contain and leach hazardous chemicals, including endocrine-disrupting chemicals such as bisphenols that are harmful to human health. For toddlers, this dangerousness is higher because of their not fully developed detoxification system. Due to this, bisphenols content in products such as baby diapers, should be monitored. Baby diapers not only remain in close contact with the skin, but are also used from the...
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Development of thin film SPME sorbents based on deep eutectic solvents and their application for isolation and preconcentration of endocrine-disrupting compounds leaching from diapers to urine
PublicationIn this study, the thin film solid phase microextraction (TF-SPME) based on a novel sorbent composed of deep eutectic solvent (DES) is proposed. Among several synthesized sorbents the most efficient was DES containing trihexyl(tetradecyl)phosphonium chloride and docosanol mixed with polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) in a molar ratio 1:3:0.25 to achieve a more stable structure. The proposed sorbent was applied on a fiberglass mesh and...
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Deep eutectic solvent-based shaking-assisted extraction for determination of bioactive compounds from Norway spruce roots
PublicationPolyphenolic compounds play an essential role in plant growth, reproduction, and defense mechanisms against pathogens and environmental stresses. Extracting these compounds is the initial step in assessing phytochemical changes, where the choice of extraction method significantly influences the extracted analytes. However, due to environmental factors, analyzing numerous samples is necessary for statistically significant results,...
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Solid phase microextraction: state of the art, opportunities and applications
PublicationSolid phase microextraction is one of the most popular green techniques used for sample preparations in analytical chemistry. It is a simple, rapid, sensitive, and solvent-free technique. Since SPME was first introduced in the early 1990s, there has been an intensification of research in order to elaborate new methodical solutions in many research facilities around the world, which could increase the use of this technique. More...
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Ionic liquids-based microextraction techniques
PublicationIn recent years, the development of highly efficient analytical techniques is of great importance, however, the direct analysis of complex sample matrix is still impossible in many cases. Therefore, the step of sample preparation is commonly involved in an analytical procedure. Over the years, it has been realized that the major source of inaccuracy and imprecision on general analysis results from the operations associated to sample...
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NATURAL DEEP EUTECTIC SOLVENTS IN EXTRACTION PROCESS
PublicationDeveloping new, eco-friendly solvents which would meet technological and economic demands is perhaps the most popular aspects of Green Chemistry. Natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES) fully meet green chemistry principles. These solvents offer many advantages including biodegradability, low toxicity, sustainability, low costs and simple preparation. This paper provides an overview of knowledge regarding NADES with special emphasis...
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A magnetic stir bar sorbent of metal organic frameworks, carbon foam decorated zinc oxide and cryogel to enrich and extract parabens and bisphenols from food samples
PublicationA porous composite magnetic stir bar adsorbent was fabricated for the extraction and enrichment of parabens and bisphenols from selected beverage samples. The adsorbent comprised a metal organic framework, carbon foam decorated zinc oxide and magnetic nanoparticles embedded in polyvinyl alcohol cryogel. The porous composite stir bar adsorbent could adsorb parabens and bisphenols via hydrogen bonding, π-π and hydrophobic interactions....
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Dispersive Micro‐Solid Phase Extraction of Selected Metals in Water and Food Samples Followed by ICP‐OES Analysis: Method Development, Analysis of Real Samples and Greenness Evaluation
PublicationMultiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) are well-known adsorbents because of their high surface area, layered and hollow architecture, hydrophobicity, and multiple and easily accessible adsorption sites. In this study, MWCNTs were used for dispersive micro-solid-phase extraction of various metal chelates in environmental and food samples. Different parameters such as concentration of the chelating reagent, the sorbent dosage, the...
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Ptasie pióra jako biomonitory do uzyskiwania informacji o stanie środowiska
PublicationWzrost antropopresji sprawia, że do poszczególnych elementów ekosystemów emitowane są duże ilości różnych ksenobiotyków. W efekcie konieczne jest stałe monitorowanie poziomu zawartości ekotoksyn w poszczególnych elementach środowiska wykorzystując procedury analityczne charakteryzujące się odpowiednimi parametrami metrologicznymi, takimi jak: duża precyzja i dokładność, mała wartość liczbowa granicy oznaczalności i wykrywalności...
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Samorządy i nauka
Publicationinansowanie nauki w Polsce powinno dążyć do modelu, w którym są trzy źródła funduszy dla nauki: budżet centralny, budżety samorządów terytorialnych oraz przedsiębiorców. Obecnie zwłaszcza trzecie ze źródeł jest relatywnie słabo zaangażowane w rozwój nauki, być może jest to związane częściowo ze zbytnią dominacją budżetu centralnego w finansowaniu naszej nauki. Z kolei dla samorządów wojewódzkich inwestycje w uczelnie powinny być...
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New achievements in the field of extraction of trace analytes from samples characterized by complex composition of the matrix
PublicationWithout any doubt, the monitoring of compounds present in samples at trace or ultra-trace level usually requires a preliminary step of isolation and/or enrichment of analytes due to the fact that majority of analytical techniques are not sensitive enough for direct determination of trace compounds. On the other hand, sample preparation is considered as crucial part of whole analytical procedures, in particular in samples characterized...
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History and Milestones of Green Analytical Chemistry
PublicationDue to the increased environmental consciousness, Green Analytical Chemistry (GAC) is an important concept steadily gaining popularity, as its implementation facilitates the decrease the detrimental effect analytical chemistry methodologies may have on the environment. In this chapter, a brief overview of the history of Green Analytical Chemistry (GAC) and its milestones was given. Emphasis has been put on the beginnings of green...
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Green Analytical Chemistry: Summary of Existing Knowledge and Future Trends
PublicationAnalysis of recent publications in green analytical chemistry shows the current trends and future needs in this area. The main issues are related with search for cheaper, more efficient, more accurate, greener and miniaturized alternatives. Miniaturization is perhaps, the most notable current trend in analytical chemistry. Rapid developments and improvements in instrumentation have led to impressive range of benchtop technology...
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Dziecięce pieluchy jednorazowe: walory konsumenckie a wpływ na zdrowie dziecka pod kątem zawartości związków endokrynnie czynnych
PublicationUkład hormonalny reguluje wiele procesów zachodzących w organizmie ludzkim. Jego funkcjonowanie może zostać zaburzone przez działanie związków z grupy endokrynnie czynnych (ang. Endocrine Disrupting Compounds, EDC) obecnych w otaczającym nas środowisku. Związki te mogą wpłynąć szkodliwie nie tylko na osobę eksponowaną na ich bezpośrednie działanie, ale również na jej potomstwo. Wyniki wieloletnich badań umożliwiły stwierdzenie,...
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Greening procedures and analytical parameters. The polychlorinated naphthalenes analysis in complex matrices as proof of concept
PublicationDue to the complexity of analytical procedures employed for the determination of wide spectrum of persistent organic pollutants (POPs), it is important to consider the green character of the applied protocols and propose the greenest solutions. In this review, the green aspects of several analytical procedures used for the determination of polychlorinated naphthalenes (PCNs) (as a representatives of POPs) in different types of...
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Insights into baby disposable diapers sustainable application
PublicationThe sustainable use of baby disposable diapers is one of the issues currently being discussed to reduce the undesirable impact on the environment and improve the public's understanding of the proper use of diapers. This issue is a step toward promoting a cleaner, greener, and waste-less environment. In this article, the authors discuss options for a viable future for both people and the planet. We believe that it inspire others...
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Application of ultrasound-assisted solvent extraction of porous membrane packed liquid samples for polyphenols determination in wine samples
PublicationPolyphenols play a crucial role in a proper human health maintenance as well as their presence very often correspond to the quality assessment of producs like wine. Thus, their monitoring is of high interest. However, as they occur in a complex matrices their extraction is very often necessary prior the analysis. Herein, a new ultrasound-assisted solvent extraction of porous membrane packed liquid sample technique has been optimized...
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SYNTHETIZED MEMBRANES FOR ULTRASOUND-ASSISTED SOLVENT EXTRACTION OF POROUS MEMBRANE PACKED SOLID SAMPLES.
PublicationMembranes are becoming more and more popular in analytical chemistry, which is why they are used, among others, in extraction processes. Therefore, this work focuses on the process of synthesis PVDF membranes and its optimization. The obtained membranes were used as bags for the phthalate extraction in disposable diapers for babies. Extraction was accomplished by method ultrasound-assisted solvent extraction of porous PVDF membrane...
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Application of deep eutectic solvents (DES) in analytical chemistry
PublicationRecent years have been associated with efforts to reduce the impact on the natural environment. A greener approach has been introduced in various areas of science, including analytical chemistry. One of the basic procedures for preparing a sample for analysis is its extraction. Traditional methods involve the use of large amounts of organic compounds, often toxic, with an unfavorable impact on the environment. A representative...
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Multicriteria Decision Analysis and Grouping of Analytical Procedures for Phthalates Determination in Disposable Baby Diapers
PublicationThis study presents the application of one of the tools from the multicriteria decision analysis set (MCDA), the Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS). Selected green analytical chemistry metrics were used to rank analytical procedures for the phthalate determination in disposable baby diapers. Nine analytical procedures were assessed in order to find one that has the lowest environmental impact...
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POSTĘP W ZAKRESIE TECHNIKI EKSTRAKCJI DO FAZY STAŁEJ
PublicationW erze „zielonej chemii analitycznej” oczywistym jest, że każda z wykorzystywanych procedur analitycznych musi warunkować uzyskanie miarodajnej informacji o składzie materialnym próbki a równocześnie powinna być jak najbardziej przyjazna dla środowiska. Stąd też wysiłki interdyscyplinarnych zespołów naukowców na całym świecie ukierunkowane są na poszukiwaniu nowych rozwiązań metodycznych umożliwiających oznaczenie analitów na...
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Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and polychlorodibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDDs) determination in disposable baby diapers with the application of natural deep eutectic solvent
PublicationIn this work a new method involving solvent extraction of porous membrane-packed solid samples (SE-PMSS) coupled to gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC–MS) has been developed for the determination of six polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and five polychlorodibenzo-p-dioxines (PCDDs) in disposable baby diapers. In that aim, a terpenoid-based natural deep eutectic solvent (NADES) composed of carvone and camphor in a 1:1 M ratio...
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Novel sorptive extraction techniques in bioanalysis evaluated by Blue Applicability Grade Index: The paradigm of fabric phase sorptive extraction and capsule phase microextraction
PublicationFabric phase sorptive extraction (FPSE) and capsule phase microextraction (CPME) are two sol-gel derived microextraction techniques that emerged in the last decade towards the minimization of the environmental impact of conventional sample preparation approaches. Complementary to the well-established green metric tools, Blue Applicability Grade Index (BAGI) was recently proposed for the evaluation of method’s practicability. In...
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The presence of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in disposable baby diapers: A facile determination method via salting-out assisted liquid-liquid extraction coupled with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry
PublicationIn this paper we demonstrate the development of the extraction procedure of polycyclic aromatic hy- drocarbons from baby diapers along with their quantification by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. Apart from covering plastic foil, disposable baby diapers contain sorbents intended to absorb urine and feces. A hygroscopic, adsorptive, and tough-to-homogenize fibrous sorbent, represents an analytical chal- lenge to analytical...
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Green Chromatography: State-of-the-art, Opportunities and Future Perspectives
PublicationIt is well known that chromatographic procedures could have a significant impact on the environment if laboratory practice is not in line with the principles of green analytical chemistry (GAC). However, chromatographic techniques have the potential to be greener in all steps of the analysis. The approaches used to make chromatographic separations greener differ depending on the type of chromatographic method. This chapter considers...
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Deep eutectic solvents with solid supports used in microextraction processes applied for endocrine-disrupting chemicals
PublicationThe determination of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) has become one of the biggest challenges in Analytical Chemistry. Due to the low concentration of these compounds in different kinds of samples, it becomes necessary to employ efficient sample preparation methods and sensitive measurement techniques to achieve low limits of detection. This issue becomes even more struggling when the principles of the Green Analytical Chemistry...
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Deep Eutectic Solvents and Their Uses for Air Purification
PublicationChemical compounds released into the air by the activities of industrial plants and emitted from many other sources, including in households (paints, waxes, cosmetics, disinfectants, plastic (PVC) flooring), may affect the environment and human health. Thus, air purification is an important issue in the context of caring for the condition of the environment. Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) as liquids with environmentally friendly...
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Direct determination of cadaverine in the volatile fraction of aerobically stored chicken breast samples
PublicationTo supplement the currently used methods for poultry meat shelf life assessment, it might be necessary to develop a technique for rapid headspace analysis of volatiles with no prior sample preparation step. Biogenic amines, in particular cadaverine, are considered meat spoilage indicators. Described in this article are the results of a preliminary investigation of the applicability of proton transfer reaction mass spectrometry...
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Multivariate Statistical Analysis for Mutual Dependence Assessment of Selected Polyphenols, Organic Acids and Metals in Cool-Climate Wines
PublicationPolyphenols, organic acids and metal ions are an important group of compounds that affect the human health and quality of food and beverage products, including wines. It is known that a specific correlation between these groups exist. While wines coming from the New World and the Old World countries are extensively studied, wines coming from cool-climate countries are rarely discussed in the literature. One of the goals of this...
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Exposure scenario and risk assessment of infants and newborns to bisphenols and their derivatives from diapers
PublicationNewborns and infants are more sensitive to harmful compounds such as bisphenols and their derivatives because of their not fully developed detoxification mechanism. Exposure to these substances can lead to developmental problems and health consequences in adulthood. Since disposable baby diapers are used from the first days of life and remain in contact with the baby skin, it seems important to monitor the levels of endocrine disrupting chemicals...
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An analytical approach to determine the health benefits and health risks of consuming berry juices
PublicationFood products composition analysis is a prerequisite for verification of product quality, fulfillment of regulatory enforcements, checking compliance with national and international food standards, contracting specifications, and nutrient labeling requirements and providing quality assurance for use of the product for the supplemen- tation of other foods. These aspects also apply to the berry fruit and berry juice. It also must...
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