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Violet Innovation Grade Index (VIGI): A New Survey-Based Metric for Evaluating Innovation in Analytical Methods.
Adrián Fuente-Ballesteros1, Víctor Martínez-Martínez2, Ana M Ares1
1Analytical Chemistry Group (TESEA), I. U. CINQUIMA, Faculty of Sciences, University of Valladolid, 47011 Valladolid, Spain.
Analytical Chemistry
|March 26, 2025
Summary
The new violet innovation grade index (VIGI) metric evaluates analytical method innovation using ten criteria. VIGI aids in developing more advanced and sustainable analytical chemistry practices.
Area of Science:
- Analytical Chemistry
- Method Development
- Scientific Metrics
Background:
- Existing metrics (green, blue, red) do not fully capture the innovative degree of analytical methods.
- There is a need for a comprehensive tool to assess innovation in analytical techniques.
Purpose of the Study:
- Introduce the violet innovation grade index (VIGI) metric and its associated tool.
- Demonstrate the application of VIGI in evaluating the innovative potential of analytical methods.
- Provide a visual representation of method innovation using a decagon pictogram.
Main Methods:
- Developed the VIGI metric integrating ten criteria: sample preparation, instrumentation, data processing, software, white analytical chemistry, regulatory compliance, materials, reagents, miniaturization, automation, interdisciplinarity, sensitivity, and approach.
- Employed a survey-based approach for method assessment.
- Applied VIGI to five case studies.
Main Results:
- VIGI successfully assessed innovation across diverse analytical methods.
- Methods utilizing advanced materials, miniaturization, and automation achieved high VIGI scores.
- Areas such as data processing and interdisciplinary applications showed potential for improvement in lower-scoring methods.
Conclusions:
- VIGI offers a comprehensive evaluation of analytical method innovation, complementing existing metrics.
- Prioritizing innovative metrics like VIGI is crucial for advancing analytical chemistry.
- VIGI supports the development of more effective and sustainable analytical practices.
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