Violet Innovation Grade Index (VIGI): A New Survey-Based Metric for Evaluating Innovation in Analytical Methods DOI
Adrián Fuente-Ballesteros, Víctor Martínez-Martínez, Ana M. Ares

et al.

Analytical Chemistry, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 26, 2025

The violet innovation grade index (VIGI) is a pioneering metric designed to evaluate the degree of in analytical methods. This study introduces VIGI tool (https://bit.ly/VIGItool) and demonstrates its application assessing innovative potential various techniques. integrates ten distinct criteria─sample preparation instrumentation, data processing software, white chemistry derivatives, regulatory compliance, materials reagents, miniaturization, automation, interdisciplinarity, sensitivity, approach─providing comprehensive evaluation that complements existing green, blue, red metrics. Each method assessed using survey-based approach, resulting star-shaped decagon pictogram visually represents score. was successfully applied five case studies, revealing insights into strengths weaknesses each terms innovation. Methods incorporating advanced materials, miniaturized devices, automation scored highly, reflecting their cutting-edge contributions chemistry. Conversely, methods lacking or interdisciplinary applications lower, highlighting areas for improvement. work underscores importance prioritizing metrics like development ensure remains at forefront scientific advancement through more effective sustainable practices.

Language: Английский

Violet Innovation Grade Index (VIGI): A New Survey-Based Metric for Evaluating Innovation in Analytical Methods DOI
Adrián Fuente-Ballesteros, Víctor Martínez-Martínez, Ana M. Ares

et al.

Analytical Chemistry, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 26, 2025

The violet innovation grade index (VIGI) is a pioneering metric designed to evaluate the degree of in analytical methods. This study introduces VIGI tool (https://bit.ly/VIGItool) and demonstrates its application assessing innovative potential various techniques. integrates ten distinct criteria─sample preparation instrumentation, data processing software, white chemistry derivatives, regulatory compliance, materials reagents, miniaturization, automation, interdisciplinarity, sensitivity, approach─providing comprehensive evaluation that complements existing green, blue, red metrics. Each method assessed using survey-based approach, resulting star-shaped decagon pictogram visually represents score. was successfully applied five case studies, revealing insights into strengths weaknesses each terms innovation. Methods incorporating advanced materials, miniaturized devices, automation scored highly, reflecting their cutting-edge contributions chemistry. Conversely, methods lacking or interdisciplinary applications lower, highlighting areas for improvement. work underscores importance prioritizing metrics like development ensure remains at forefront scientific advancement through more effective sustainable practices.

Language: Английский

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