The bio-analytical chemistry practicum involved qualitative and quantitative analysis of pharmaceuticals using HPLC and GC. This experience improved my chromatography understanding and enhanced key lab skills, making this project important for my professional development.

Bio-analytical chemistry, High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), qualitative & quantitative analysis

The bio-analytical chemistry practicum revolved around the application of analytical techniques for both qualitative and quantitative analysis of pharmaceuticals and other composites. During the practicum, my project group and I performed a series of four qualitative and quantitative analyses using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and gas chromatography (GC). The provided images show an important phase of the quantitative analysis, wherein the calibration line is used to calculate the concentrations of all components that the analysed composite consists of.

This practicum enriched my understanding of the underlying separation mechanisms of chromatography equipment. Additionally, it equipped me with practical laboratory skills, including precision in pipetting, weighing, equipment calibration, dilution techniques and chemical mathematics — a valuable set of competencies for laboratory work.