C⏣mplex Chemical C⏣mp⏣siti⏣n Analysis Lab (C³AL)

We are a research group in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Los Angeles. Our research revolves around the characterization of complex chemical mixtures via state-of-the-art techniques, including two-dimensional gas chromatography and high-resolution mass spectrometry. Our ultimate objective is to gain a fundamental understanding of how the chemical composition influences the properties of complex chemical mixtures at the molecular level. Additionally, we specialize in the analysis of microplastics, which is an emerging field with important environmental implications. Through our work, we strive to make a positive impact on society by contributing to the development of sustainable solutions.

Lab News

C³AL

A new paper has been published - Maximizing the hydrogen content for methanol steam reforming processes by using the novel pareto-based multi-objective evolutionary algorithms

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A new paper has been published - Quantitative determination of olefins in pyrolysis oils from waste plastics and tires using selective adsorption by Ag-SiO2 followed by GC×GC-FID!

Genesis, Jyotika, & Marilyn

Congratulations to Genesis, Jyotika, and Marilyn for presenting their results at the ACS Fall 2024 in Denver!

C³AL is part of

MDCW2025

MDCW 2025

The 16ᵗʰ MDCW is set to take place in Liege, Belgium! Please see the link below. 

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ASTM D8396 inter-laboratory study

We are part of the ruggedness test for D8396 Group Types Quantification of Hydrocarbons in Hydrocarbon Liquids with a Boiling Point between 36 °C and 343 °C by Flow Modulated GCxGC – FID.

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ChromaTOF Tile Analytical Software for FID

Our lab is beta testing LECO's ChromaTOF Tile Analytical Software for flame ionization detector (FID).

C³AL in the NEWS

LECO CAL
LECO CAL

LECO Launches New Laboratory in Partnership with Cal State LA

LECO Corporation has partnered with California State University, Los Angeles, to develop its new LECO Complex Chemical Compositional Analysis Lab.

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C&EN News

C³AL has been featured in C&EN Magazine

Thank you so much to @cenmag for featuring our lab in their new issue!

LECO
LECO

C³AL has been selected to receive a Pegasus® BT

LECO has chosen a recipient for the Pegasus® BT Giveaway.

Microplastics video
Microplastics video

First-of-its-kind strategic plan looks to reduce, prevent microplastic pollution

“It can penetrate through the blood vessels. It has been found in the brain,” said Petr Vozka, a biochemistry assistant professor at California State University, Los Angeles.

Hands in the sand
Hands in the sand

LOOKING OUT FOR THE COAST

Just 10 days after the spill, the beach reopened to the public. For California State University, Los Angeles Assistant Professor of Chemistry Petr Vozka, Ph.D., that decision raised a question: Was it safe for beachgoers?

Genesis Anton Paar
Genesis and Hung Anton Paar

Academia and Anton Paar: Analyzing Complex Chemical Compositions for a Range of Applications

Now, at the Complex Chemical Composition Analysis Lab, he uses Anton Paar instruments to analyze complex chemical mixtures for a range of applications, including for developing alternative jet and green diesel fuels. 

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