Sulfolane as a novel stationary phase for analytical separations by gas chromatography.

Sulfolane is explored as a novel stationary phase for use in analytical separations by capillary column gas chromatography with flame ionization detection (GC-FID). Stainless steel capillaries were found to provide a good substrate for coating and retaining a sulfolane phase, whereas fused silica tubing did not perform well for this. In general, the phase was found to be stable for several hours of use when using elevated carrier gas pressures (90 psi) and a small restriction (25 μm I.

Active control of selectivity in organic acid analysis by gas chromatography.

A new method that allows organic acid selectivity to be dynamically controlled during gas chromatography (GC) is presented. It employs dual in-series stainless steel columns, each coated with a pH-adjusted water stationary phase. The first is a 2 m column coated with a pH 11.

Socio-demographic determinants associated with ownership and use of long lasting insecticide treated nets among pregnant women in the Wa Municipality of Ghana.

Introduction: An estimated 125 million pregnancies around the world are at risk of malaria infection every year. Insecticide Treated Bed Nets is a form of personal protection that has reportedly been shown to reduce severe disease and mortality due to malaria in endemic regions. This study investigated ownership and utilization of Long Lasting Insecticide Nets among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in Wa Municipality of Ghana.

Dynamic Control of Gas Chromatographic Selectivity during the Analysis of Organic Bases.

A novel method for controlling selectivity during the gas chromatographic (GC) analysis of organic bases is presented. The technique employs tandem stainless steel capillary columns, each coated with a pH adjusted water stationary phase. The first is a 0.

Capillary gas chromatographic separation of organic bases using a pH-adjusted basic water stationary phase.

The use of a pH-adjusted water stationary phase for analyzing organic bases in capillary gas chromatography (GC) is demonstrated. Through modifying the phase to typical values near pH 11.5, it is found that various organic bases are readily eluted and separated.

Characterization of low-temperature cofired ceramic tiles as platforms for gas chromatographic separations.

A gas chromatography (GC) column is fabricated within a low-temperature cofired ceramic (LTCC) tile, and its analytical properties are characterized. By using a dual-spiral design, a 100 μm wide square channel up to 15 m in length is produced within an 11 cm × 5.5 cm LTCC tile.