5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  Innovation and sustainability are reshaping sample preparation through automation, miniaturization, and advanced technologies like AI and 3D printing.

• 2

  Sample preparation is often viewed as an art due to insufficient investment in theoretical research, despite advancements in practical techniques.

• 3

  The integration of sample preparation with analytical instruments has matured, making advanced methods accessible to various laboratories.

• 4

  Sustainability concerns among younger researchers are driving changes in sample treatment and preparation practices in the field.

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  Emerging technologies like metal-organic frameworks and 3D printing are expected to enhance sample preparation, but rigorous evaluation is still needed.