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  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Separation Science
  • Microfluidics

Background:

  • Micro free-flow electrophoresis (μFFE) is a continuous separation technique utilizing a planar channel and an electric field.
  • Analyte deflection is based on electrophoretic mobility.
  • Established μFFE modes include free zone (FZ), micellar electrokinetic chromatography (MEKC), isoelectric focusing (IEF), and isotachophoresis (ITP).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current state and future potential of micro free-flow electrophoresis (μFFE).
  • To highlight recent advances in μFFE technology.
  • To identify emerging applications for μFFE.

Main Methods:

  • Review of approximately 60 published articles on μFFE since 1994.
  • Analysis of advancements in μFFE device design, detection methods, and fabrication techniques.
  • Identification of suitable applications for μFFE.

Main Results:

  • μFFE has demonstrated various separation modes (FZ, MEKC, IEF, ITP).
  • Recent technological improvements are expanding μFFE's capabilities.
  • μFFE is well-suited for continuous, real-time monitoring and microscale purifications.

Conclusions:

  • Micro free-flow electrophoresis is a developing technology with significant potential.
  • Advances in device design and detection are broadening its applicability.
  • μFFE is poised for increased use in analytical and purification applications.