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Author Schelles, W.; de Gendt, S.; Maes, K.; Van Grieken, R.
Title The use of a secondary cathode to analyse solid non-conducting samples with direct current glow discharge mass spectrometry: potential and restrictions Type A1 Journal article
Year 1996 Publication (up) Fresenius' journal of analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 355 Issue Pages 858-860
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos A1996UY97500020 Publication Date 2004-03-24
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0937-0633; 1432-1130 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:14654 Serial 8718
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Author Vandelannoote, R.; Blommaert, W.; Gijbels, R.; van Grieken, R.
Title Analysis of geothermal waters by spark source mass spectrometry Type A3 Journal article
Year 1981 Publication (up) Fresenius' Zeitschrift für analytische Chemie Abbreviated Journal
Volume 309 Issue 4 Pages 291-294
Keywords A3 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Although the analysis of thermal water by spark-source mass spectrometry (SSMS) is rather timeconsuming, it allows the detection of about 20 elements of geochemical interest down to the ppb-level. A physical preconcentration is proposed in order to collect elements having quite different chemical properties, e.g. alkalis, transition elements, and elements occurring in anionic form. The relative sensitivity factors appear to be rather independent of the salt content of the graphite electrodes. Contrary to neutron activation analysis, SSMS has a quite uniform elemental sensitivity, and allows to determine elements for which neutron activation is not suitable, e.g. Sn and Pb. The precision of SSMS is however by a factor of about 2 worse than that obtained for neutron activation.
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Publisher Place of Publication München Editor
Language Wos Publication Date 2004-11-15
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0016-1152;1618-2650; ISBN Additional Links UA library record
Impact Factor Times cited 8 Open Access
Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:116638 Serial 100
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Author Reggers, C.; Van Grieken, R.
Title 2,2′-Diaminodiethylamine cellulose powder for trace metal preconcentrations from water Type A3 Journal article
Year 1984 Publication (up) Fresenius' Zeitschrift für analytische Chemie Abbreviated Journal
Volume 317 Issue 5 Pages 520-526
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Cellulose powder with 2,2′-diaminodiethylamine (DEN) functional groups exhibits efficient complexation of transition metal cations. Collection yields above 85 % are obtained up to a chelation capacity of 1.5 meq per gram. Since a good collection is obtained for a pH up from 5, no pH adjustments have to be made for natural water samples. The cellulose-DEN powder is insensitive to abundant substances like alkali and alkaline earth ions, and humic matter. Some cations can be eluted efficiently in a small volume of HNO3. Blank concentration levels from the cellulose-DEN powder are reported.
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Language Wos Publication Date 2004-11-17
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0016-1152 ISBN Additional Links UA library record
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116640 Serial 7383
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Author Van Grieken, R.; Markowicz, A.; Török, S.
Title Energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometry : present state and trends Type A3 Journal article
Year 1986 Publication (up) Fresenius' Zeitschrift für analytische Chemie Abbreviated Journal
Volume 324 Issue 8 Pages 825-831
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Recent development, present state and expected future developments in energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometry are discussed. Attention is paid to the improvements in analytical selectivity, sensitivity, detection limit, quantitative character and applicability range, which are the result of new or better excitation sources, detectors, instrument design, automation, computer software and theoretical developments.
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Publisher Place of Publication Editor
Language Wos Publication Date 2004-11-15
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0016-1152 ISBN Additional Links UA library record
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116642 Serial 7907
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Author Vos, L.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Matrix effects and analysis of biological material by spark source mass spectrometry Type A3 Journal article
Year 1985 Publication (up) Fresenius' Zeitschrift für analytische Chemie Abbreviated Journal
Volume 321 Issue 1 Pages 32-36
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Spark-source mass spectrometric analyses of synthetic simulated biological samples were performed to determine the importance of matrix effects. A correlation between the variation of the relative sensitivity coefficients (RSC's) and the spark plasma composition, hence plasma temperature, was found. The determined RSC's were used in the analysis of four biological standard reference materials. An accuracy of 1013% and detection limits between 0.005 and 0.5 ppm were obtained during analysis under normal conditions.
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Publisher Place of Publication Editor
Language Wos Publication Date 2004-11-14
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0016-1152 ISBN Additional Links UA library record
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116641 Serial 8209
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Author Van Grieken, R.E.; Johansson, T.B.; Winchester, J.W.; Odom, L.
Title Micro-determination of zirconium-hafnium ratios in zircons by proton induced X-ray emission Type A3 Journal article
Year 1975 Publication (up) Fresenius' Zeitschrift für analytische Chemie Abbreviated Journal
Volume 275 Issue 5 Pages 343-348
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract The zirconium/hafnium ratios of zircons are determined using proton induced X-ray emission. Submilligram samples, imbedded in a starch layer and deposited on a 50 μg/cm2 polystyrene carrier, are irradiated for 1020 min with a 5 nA beam of 3.7 MeV protons, while the Hf-Lβ and Zr-Kα X-rays are counted with a Si(Li) detector. The standard deviation per analysis is in the 36 % range. Only few interferences are possible. To eliminate errors due to absorption effects the zircon layer thickness should be above 40 μm or reproducibly thin samples should be employed. Measuring the Hf-Lβ/Hf-Lα ratio for samples and standards might provide a practical check for the absence of absorption errors. The sensitivity is so favourable that, in practice, the minimal sample size is only limited by the minimal amount that can be handled properly.
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Publisher Place of Publication Editor
Language Wos Publication Date 2004-11-11
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0016-1152 ISBN Additional Links UA library record
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116636 Serial 8231
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Author Verbueken, A.; Michiels, E.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Total analysis of plant material and biological tissue by spark source mass spectrometry Type A3 Journal article
Year 1981 Publication (up) Fresenius' Zeitschrift für analytische Chemie Abbreviated Journal
Volume 309 Issue 4 Pages 300-304
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Analysis of biological material by spark source mass spectrometry is reported. Preliminary studies mainly based upon the analysis of the NBS standard reference material SRM-1571 (Orchard Leaves) are described. Attention is drawn to the importance of a suitable sample preparation method. The advantages of a wet digestion technique in a Teflon bomb are discussed and its use is justified by the satisfactory overall analysis precision of about 20%.
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Publisher Place of Publication Editor
Language Wos Publication Date 2004-11-15
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0016-1152 ISBN Additional Links UA library record
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116639 Serial 8675
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Author Vanderstappen, M.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Trace metal analysis of sediments and particulate matter in sea water by energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence Type A3 Journal article
Year 1976 Publication (up) Fresenius' Zeitschrift für analytische Chemie Abbreviated Journal
Volume 282 Issue 1 Pages 25-30
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract The capability of energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence was investigated for fast and simple chemical analysis of trace elements in sediments and particulate matter in sea water. Nuclepore 0.4 μm pore-size membranes are recommended as optimal filters for a straightforward collection of suspended material. The collection of suspended trace metals by filtration seemed to give a sufficiently homogeneous filter load (s% <2.5). Data are presented on the concentrations of K, Ca, Ti, Cr, Mn, Fe, Ni, Cu, Zn, Br, Pb, Rb and Sr with a fair precision (s% < 5.6) and accuracy.
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Publisher Place of Publication Editor
Language Wos Publication Date 2004-11-12
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0016-1152 ISBN Additional Links UA library record
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116637 Serial 8691
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Author Potgieter-Vermaak, S.S.; Potgieter, J.H.; Kruger, R.A.; Spolnik, Z.; Van Grieken, R.
Title A characterisation of the surface properties of an ultra fine fly ash (UFFA) used in the polymer industry Type A1 Journal article
Year 2005 Publication (up) Fuel Abbreviated Journal
Volume 84 Issue 18 Pages 2295-2300
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos 000233053100002 Publication Date 2005-06-28
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0016-2361 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:54564 Serial 7603
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Author Dekov, V.; van Alsenoy, V.; Onar, N.; van Put, A.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Partitioning of heavy metals between estuarine sediments and dissolved phase as a function of salinity, pH and time (Scheldt estuary) Type A1 Journal article
Year 2001 Publication (up) Geologica Balcanica Abbreviated Journal
Volume 30 Issue 3/4 Pages 65-76
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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ISSN 0324-0894 ISBN Additional Links UA library record
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:36086 Serial 8362
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Author Otten, P.; Injuk, J.; Rojas, C.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Atmosferische fluxen van zware metalen naar de Noordzee Type A3 Journal article
Year 1992 Publication (up) Het ingenieursblad Abbreviated Journal
Volume 61 Issue Pages 41-46
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:2829 Serial 7511
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Author Vanderborght, B.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Perspectieven voor energie-dispersieve X-stralen fluorescentie bij de wateranalyse Type A3 Journal article
Year 1975 Publication (up) Hydrographica Abbreviated Journal
Volume 1 Issue Pages 19-26
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116643 Serial 8375
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Author Hart, B.T.; Douglas, G.B.; Beckett, R.; van Put, A.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Characterization of colloidal and particulate matter transported by the Magela Creek system, Northern Australia Type A1 Journal article
Year 1993 Publication (up) Hydrological processes Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue Pages 105-118
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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ISSN 0885-6087 ISBN Additional Links UA library record
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:6231 Serial 7620
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Author Padilla, R.; Janssens, K.; van Espen, P.; Van Grieken, R.
Title XRS activities at the Micro & Trace Analysis Centre (MiTAC), University of Antwerp, Belgium Type A3 Journal article
Year 2006 Publication (up) IAEA XRF newsletter Abbreviated Journal
Volume 12 Issue Pages 13-16
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Chemometrics (Mitac 3)
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:65080 Serial 5921
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Author Ravindra, K.; Bencs, L.; Wauters, E.; de Hoog, J.; Deutsch, F.; Roekens, E.; Bleux, N.; Berghmans, P.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Concentration trends and sources of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in Belgium Type A3 Journal article
Year 2005 Publication (up) IASTA bulletin Abbreviated Journal
Volume 17 Issue 1/2 Pages 98-99
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:57214 Serial 7721
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Author Osán, J.; Alföldy, B.; Kurunczi, S.; Török, S.; Bozó, L.; Worobiec, A.; Injuk, J.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Characterization of atmospheric aerosol particles over Lake Balaton, Hungary, using X-ray emission methods Type A3 Journal article
Year 2001 Publication (up) Idöjárás: quarterly journal of the Hungarian Meteorological Service Abbreviated Journal
Volume 105 Issue 3 Pages 145-156
Keywords A3 Journal article; Laboratory Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:36090 Serial 7618
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Author Török, S.; Sandor, S.; Xhoffer, C.; Van Grieken, R.; Meszaros, E.; Molnar, A.
Title Single particle analysis of Hungarian background aerosol Type A3 Journal article
Year 1992 Publication (up) Idojaras: quarterly journal of the Hungarian Meteorological Service Abbreviated Journal
Volume 96 Issue Pages 223-233
Keywords A3 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:2847 Serial 8532
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Author Nelson, J.W.; Williams, I.; Johansson, T.B.; Van Grieken, R.E.
Title Elemental analysis of aerosols using proton-scattering Type A1 Journal article
Year 1974 Publication (up) IEEE transactions on nuclear science Abbreviated Journal
Volume Ns21 Issue 1 Pages 618-621
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Elemental analysis for all of the light elements up through chlorine by elastic scattering of 16 MeV protons has been shown to be feasible. Basic problems associated with such measurements are discussed including kinematics, angular distribution, and sample backings. Spectra are presented for air particulate matter for both a total filter (Nuclepore) and a size fractionated air impactor (polystyrene backed) sample. The method is absolute, non destructive and can be used in conjunction with proton induced x-ray fluorescence to quantitatively analyze all elements in the same sample in minutes of time.
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Language Wos A1974S533700086 Publication Date 2008-07-22
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ISSN 0018-9499 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:113642 Serial 7881
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Author Brimblecombe, P.; Blades, N.; Camuffo, D.; Sturaro, G.; Valentino, A.; Gysels, K.; Van Grieken, R.; Busse, H.-J.; Kim, O.; Ulrych, U.; Wieser, M.
Title The indoor environment of a modern museum building, the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, Norwich, UK Type A1 Journal article
Year 1999 Publication (up) Indoor air Abbreviated Journal
Volume 9 Issue Pages 146-164
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos 000081713700002 Publication Date 2004-04-22
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:24720 Serial 8085
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Author Stranger, M.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.S.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Characterization of indoor air quality in primary schools in Antwerp, Belgium Type A1 Journal article
Year 2008 Publication (up) Indoor air: international journal of indoor quality and climate Abbreviated Journal
Volume 18 Issue 6 Pages 454-463
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract The indoor air quality of 27 primary schools located in the city centre and suburbs of Antwerp, Belgium, was assessed. The primary aim was to obtain correlations between the various pollutant levels. Indoor:outdoor ratios and the building and classroom characteristics of each school were investigated. This paper presents results on indoor and local outdoor PM2.5 mass concentrations, its elemental composition in terms of K, Ca, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Ni, Cu, Zn, Br, Pb, Al, Si, S, and Cl, and its black smoke content. In addition, indoor and local outdoor levels of the gases NO2, SO2, O3, and BTEX (benzene, toluene, ethyl benzene, and xylene isomers) were determined. Black smoke, NO2, SO2 and O3, occurred at indoor:outdoor ratios below unity, indicating their significant outdoor sources. No linear correlation was established between indoor and outdoor levels for PM2.5 mass concentrations and BTEX; their indoor:outdoor ratios exceeded unity except for benzene. Classroom PM2.5 occurred with a different elemental composition than local outdoor PM2.5. The re-suspension of dust because of room occupation is probably the main contributor for the I/O ratios higher than 1 reported for elements typically constituting dust particles. Finally, increased benzene concentrations were reported for classrooms located at the lower levels.
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Language Wos 000261063100004 Publication Date 2008-09-24
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ISSN 0905-6947 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:72490 Serial 7629
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Author Eeckhaoudt, S.; Landsberg, J.; Van Grieken, R.; Jacob, W.; Watt, F.; Witters, H.
Title A microanalytical study of the gills of aluminium-exposed catfish Type P1 Proceeding
Year 1993 Publication (up) Institute of physics conference series T2 – Proceedings of the 13th International Congress on X-Ray Optics and Microanalysis / Kenway, P.B. [edit.] Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 251-254
Keywords P1 Proceeding; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Through a combined use of light- and electron microscopy with microanalytical techniques, the aluminium distribution in gills of aluminium-exposed catfish was investigated. This study demonstrates that also with the ''acid-resistant'' catfish, exposed during seven days to acidified water (pH=4.3) with an elevated aluminium concentration (1 mg Al/l), aluminium can be found at, and even in, the gills.
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Language Wos A1993LW34000051 Publication Date
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ISSN 0951-3248; 2154-6630 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:6264 Serial 8239
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Author Hellar-Kihampa, H.; Potgieter-Vermaak, S.; De Wael, K.; Lugwisha, E.; van Espen, P.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Concentration profiles of metal contaminants in fluvial sediments of a rural-urban drainage basin in Tanzania Type A1 Journal article
Year 2014 Publication (up) International journal of environmental analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal Int J Environ An Ch
Volume 94 Issue 1 Pages 77-98
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract This study investigated concentration profiles of trace, rare earth and platinum group metals in fluvial sediments from the Pangani river basin (43,650 km2), one of the largest river basins in Tanzania, to assess its environmental quality. Sediment samples were collected in two distinct seasons from 12 representative sites of diverse land-use practices and characterised by ICP-MS after optimised microwave digestion. Ecological risks were assessed by evaluation of pollution index and comparison with legislated sediment quality guidelines (SQG). The results revealed contamination by some trace metals (e.g. Pb, V, Cu, Cr, Ni, Cd, As, Co, Mn and Zn) in concentrations ranging from 0.7 to 2940 mg kg−1, and four rare earth elements (Y, Ce, Nd, Yb) in concentrations ranging from 0.9 (Yb) to 500 mg kg−1 dry weight (Ce), which significantly exceeded the estimated background values at some stations. Palladium was the only platinum group element that was detected in quantifiable concentrations (0.33.5 mg kg−1). Concentrations of some trace metals exceeded the SQGs at some localised areas. Principal component analysis and multivariate correlations indicated geochemical characteristics of the area as the major control of metal concentrations and spatial variability. Organic matter and clay contents also played a significant role in metal distributions. Assessment of land-use practices upstream of the sampling locations was used to trace potential anthropogenic sources of metal enrichments, where highest levels were found in areas close to urban centres and agricultural activities. The study provides baseline data for future monitoring programs, and highlights the need for more comprehensive analysis involving a wider spatio-temporal scale and ecotoxicological risk assessment.
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Language Wos 000329774500007 Publication Date 2013-05-24
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ISSN 0306-7319 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 1.208 Times cited 5 Open Access
Notes ; The participants of this research gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Belgian Development Agency (BTC). The contribution of the Pangani Basin Water Board (PBWB), especially Ms Arafa Maggidi in provision of valuable information and assistance with the sampling campaigns is greatly appreciated. We sincerely acknowledge the assistance of Mr. Elisa Dunstan Kiwelu of Ardhi University, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in mapping the study area; Mr Peter Machibya of the Department of Geology, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in sediment characterisation; and Dr Valentine Kayawe Mubiana of the Department of Biology, University of Antwerp in ICP-MS analysis. The contributions of six anonymous reviewers, which greatly improved the manuscript for this paper, are highly appreciated. ; Approved Most recent IF: 1.208; 2014 IF: 1.295
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:109234 Serial 5547
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Author Wonders, J.H.A.M.; Houweling, S.; de Bont, F.A.J.; van Leeuwen, H.P.; Eeckhaoudt, S.M.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Characterization of aerosol-associated lead by DPASV and LAMMA Type A1 Journal article
Year 1994 Publication (up) International journal of environmental analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 56 Issue Pages 193-205
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
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Language Wos A1994PF99800002 Publication Date 2007-07-07
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ISSN 0306-7319 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:9514 Serial 7611
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Author Wouters, L.; Bernard, P.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Characterization of individual estuarine and marine particles by LAMMA and EPXMA Type A1 Journal article
Year 1988 Publication (up) International journal of environmental analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 1 Pages 17-29
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Laser microprobe mass analysis (LAMMA) was applied to particulate matter from the Atlantic Ocean. Inferring information about the surface layer by LAMMA was not probe X-ray microanalysis (EPXMA). Geochemically relevant groups of particles had been identified by EPXMA and cluster analysis. For both locations, the most abundant ones appeared to be those rich in silicon and the alumino-silicates. Afterwards LAMMA was applied to obtain more information about the trace element composition and surface characteristics. The iron-rich phase appeared to contain significant amounts of heavy metals and of phosphate. Lead appeared to be associated in detectable amounts with alumino-silicates in the Scheldt but not with those in the Atlantic Ocean. Inferring information about the surface layer by LAMMA was not always unambiguous.
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Language Wos A1988Q274200002 Publication Date 2007-07-07
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ISSN 0306-7319 ISBN Additional Links UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116577 Serial 7624
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Author Bruynseels, F.; Storms, H.; Tavares, T.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Characterization of individual particle types in coastal air by laser microprobe mass analysis Type A1 Journal article
Year 1985 Publication (up) International journal of environmental analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 23 Issue 1 Pages 1-14
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Laser Microprobe Mass Analysis (LAMMA) was used in a preliminary study to characterize aerosol particles from a beach and inland sites and from a heavily industrialized area. As many as six types of both positive and negative mass spectra with different inorganic and organic signals could be distinguished in the different particle size ranges. Information about the elemental composition and the speciation of S and N was obtained. With increasing distance from sea, progressive uptake of nitrate in seasalt particles was found. Complex particles, containing soot and organic ammonium sulfate, were also detected.
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Language Wos A1985AZE1800001 Publication Date 2007-07-07
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116575 Serial 7626
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Author Smits, J.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Chelating 2,2′-diaminodiethylamine cellulose filters and X-ray fluorescence for preconcentration and trace analysis of natural waters Type A1 Journal article
Year 1981 Publication (up) International journal of environmental analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 9 Issue 2 Pages 81-92
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract The 2,2′-diaminodiethylamine (DEN) functional group can be expected to have ideal properties for the chelation of transition metals and their collection from aqueous solutions, independent of the alkali and alkaline earth ions concentration. Introducing DEN into cellulose filters allows straightforward preconcentration of trace cations by a simple filtration step, and the DEN-filter constitutes a suitable target for X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis. The linearity between the XRF-response on the loaded DEN-filter and the trace cation concentration in the solution appears excellent, up to a total filter capacity of ca. 3 μeq.cm−2. The detection limits are around 0.5 μg. l−1 in most practical cases. Accuracy and precision are around 10%. The applicability of the proposed procedure is illustrated on a comparative basis by XRF-analysis of drinking water and surface water, after preconcentration by DEN-filtration and by alternative procedures.
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116571 Serial 7638
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Author Chakravorty, R.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Co-precipitation with iron hydroxide and X-ray fluorescence analysis of trace metals in water Type A1 Journal article
Year 1982 Publication (up) International journal of environmental analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 11 Issue 1 Pages 67-80
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Preconcentration of transition trace ions by coprecipitation on iron-hydroxide has been combined with energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence for environmental water analysis. The optimized preconcentration procedure implies adding 2 mg of iron to a 200 ml water sample, adding dilute NaOH up to pH 9, filtering off on a Nuclepore membrane after a 1 h equilibration time, and analyzing. Quantitative recoveries could then be obtained for Ni, Cu, Zn and Pb, e.g. at the 10 μg/l level in waters of varying salinity while Mn was partially collected. (In fact, for a given problem the iron carrier amount can be adjusted to obtain a satisfactory compromise between high recovery and low detection limit). The precision is 7-8% at the 10 μg/l level, and the detection limits are in the 0.5-1 μg/l range. Various environmental water samples are analysed by way of illustration.
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116573 Serial 7676
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Author Niessner, R.; Klockow, D.; Bruynseels, F.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Investigation of heterogeneous reactions of PAH's on particle surfaces using laser microprobe mass analysis Type A1 Journal article
Year 1985 Publication (up) International journal of environmental analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 22 Issue 3/4 Pages 281-295
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Artificially generated NaCl particles were coated with PAH's by using a condensation technique. These particles were exposed to reactive gases like ozone, bromine and nitrogen dioxide. The original as well as the exposed particles were investigated by fluorimetric analysis and by LAMMA (Laser Microprobe Mass Analysis) in the desorption mode, which allows the evaporation and characterization of surfaces of single particles. The results are interpreted in terms of possible heterogeneous atmospheric reactions. The reactivity of the considered PAH's towards nitrogen dioxide was found to be negligible. The structure of the reaction products formed with ozone was partially elucidated.
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Language Wos A1985AZE2300009 Publication Date 2007-07-07
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116576 Serial 8124
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Author Wouters, L.; Artaxo, P.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Laser microprobe mass analysis of individual Antarctic aerosol particles Type A1 Journal article
Year 1990 Publication (up) International journal of environmental analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 38 Issue 3 Pages 427-438
Keywords A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Abstract Individual Antarctic aerosol particles in the 0.54 μm aerodynamic diameter range were analyzed using laser microprobe mass analysis (LAMMA). As they were sampled near the ocean, the great majority consists of seasalt, transformed to various degrees in the atmosphere. Major alterations include the association of an excess sulfate and methane sulfonate with these particles. Sulfate-rich particles containing little or no chloride were found mostly in the smallest size fraction (0.51 μm), where they account for some 5% of all particles: they are most likely highly transformed seasalt. Aluminosilicates, on the other hand, only appear among the coarser particles: they represent 2% of the particulates in the 24 μm range. The remainder of the aerosol consists of organic, Fe-rich, K-rich and Zn-rich particles. The latter groups have very low abundances: always less than 1% of the population of the impactor stage(s) onto which they were collected.
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Language Wos A1990CN56100011 Publication Date 2007-07-07
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:116580 Serial 8160
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Author Eyckmans, K.; Zhang, J.; de Hoog, J.; Joos, P.; Van Grieken, R.
Title Leaching of nutrients and trace metals from aerosol samples: a comparison between a re-circulation and an ultrasound system Type A1 Journal article
Year 2001 Publication (up) International journal of environmental analytical chemistry Abbreviated Journal
Volume 80 Issue 3 Pages 227-243
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Language Wos 000172385700006 Publication Date 2007-07-07
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Call Number UA @ admin @ c:irua:36087 Serial 8167
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