Effective separations of the f elements are dominated by liquid-liquid extraction techniques. These processes are subjected to aggressive chemical environments, thermal gradients, and radiation fields which can result in reagent and solvent degradation. Often these effects can be deleterious to the performance of a separation through decreased ligand concentration, lower metal distribution ratios, reduced separation factors, generation of undesired complexing products, and impaired solvent performance due to films, precipitates and increased viscosity. This presentation will highlight some of the early career research performed by Dr. Martin investigating the role of degradation, both hydrolytic and radiolytic in f element separations techniques; the presentation will also discuss future directions.

Wear and tear: Degradation effects in f-element separation science

253rd National Meeting (2017)

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