Optimization in HPLC

Stavros Kromidas, PhD, works as an independent consultant for analytical chemistry, based in Saarbrucken (Germany). For more than 20 years he has regularly held lectures and training courses on HPLC, and has authored numerous articles and several books on various aspects of chromatography. He is the founder of NOVIA GmbH, a provider of professional training and consulting in analytical chemistry, and served as its CEO until 2001.

PART 1: OPTIMIZATION STRATEGIES FOR DIFFERENT MODES AND USES OF HPLC
Working under regulatory constraints
Reverse phase gradient methods
2-Dimensional chromatography
HILIC
LC-MS
Biomolecules
Supercritical fluid chromatography
Chiral substances
Column selection for small molecules
Optimization based on analyte structure

PART 2: COMPUTER-AIDED OPTIMIZATION
ChromSword
DryLab
Fusion QbD
Quality by Design approaches to determine the robust range

PART 3: CURRENT CHALLENGES FOR HPLC USERS IN INDUSTRY
Big Chemistry
Big Analytical Service Providers
Small Analytical Service Providers

PART 4: CURRENT CHALLENGES FOR HPLC EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Agilent
Shimadzu
Waters
Knauer