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WELCOME TO DR. VOZKA RESEARCH LAB!

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, inlcuding 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

Dr. Vozka

Dr. Vozka was interviewed by LCGC (chromatographyonline.com) in the Rising Stars of Separation Science.

Genesis

Congratulations to Genesis for presenting her results at the Student Symposium on Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activities (RSCA) at Cal State LA!

Elena, Kelly, Cathy, Masah, Anthony, and Jacky

Congratulations to Elena, Kelly, Cathy, Masah, Anthony, and Jacky for presenting posters at the RSCA at Cal State LA!

C³AL is part of

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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.

    ASTM D8396-22
  • ChromaTOF Tile logo

    ChromaTOF Tile Analytical Software for FID

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

    ChromaTOF Tile

C³AL in the NEWS

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.