Ion-imprinted polymers: synthesis, characterization and applications

Ion-imprinted polymers (IIPs) are created based on enzyme phenomenon, where these polymers exhibit selective recognition of metal ions in the presence of matrix ions. For that reason IIPs find many applications in sensors, solid phase extraction and membrane separation of metal ions. This review focuses on the synthesis, characterization and application of IIPs

Determination of selected trace metals (Cr, Ni, Pb and Cd) in soils by slurry sampling GF AAS

Determination of cadmium, lead, chromium and nickel in soil samples by slurry sampling graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometry (GFAAS) was presented. Optimization of determination conditions, stability test for slurries and metal partitioning between solid and liquid phase was investigated. The method was successfully tested by the analysis of certified reference materials