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Dear Readers,
The Chemist is an interdisciplinary general audience journal that publishes scientific articles in all fields of chemistry. The journal also publishes articles that are submitted by the Chemical Pioneer and Gold Medal Award winners offered by the American Institute of Chemists (AIC). Keeping with our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence (DEI), we publish scientific articles from authors coming from all regions of the world with every continent represented. Many of our authors come from the Middle East, Asia, and Africa and have published interesting articles on natural products that come from this part of the world. This year, we have a common theme amongst published articles that involve the synthesis and extraction of natural compounds. Many of these articles include a submission by Atolani et al, which details “Chemical Characterization, Cytotoxicity, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antimicrobial and Anti-toxoplasmosis of Chrysophyllum albidum Seed Oil." Another article by Drakli et al details “Antioxidant, Chemical Composition of Syrian Essential Oil’s Juniperus excelsa Fruit and Leaves.” More studies in food analysis include Oboladze et al’s “Development and Feasibility Evaluation of the Extraction Methods for Obtaining Quercetin from Onion Peel.” Continuing with this common motif, Aliyu et al discussed “Characterization, Chemical Composition and Cream Formulation from the Seed Butter of Mangifera indica L.” It is obvious that the chemical analysis of foods, liquids, and extraction of chemical compounds from these substances is of vital importance for the greater scientific community and lay general audience as well. In the fields of food preservation, Tella et al offer an interesting review on innovations and food preservation that could have long-reaching and lasting effects on the food supply chain and ensuring individuals have a reliable and safe food source as described in “Modern Innovations in Food Preservations: Mini-review.” The analysis of chemical biomarkers in biological fluids also play a crucial role in chemical diagnostics and treatments of various diseases and disorders. Diabetes is a disease, which results in a dysregulation of glucose homeostasis. However, other analytes also serve as crucial biomarkers of diabetes apart from glucose. In their pivotal work, Kareem et al analyze “Diabetes Status and Aldose Reductase in Serum of Patients with Peripheral Neuropathy Diabetic.” Continuing with this theme, Robert Moran offers a more general view of basic blood laboratory testing “Harmonization of Blood Electrolyte Concentration Results: Are Values ‘Watered Down’?” that provides a more wholistic view of blood testing and analysis. Chemical manufacturing and processing are also important considerations to take into account in the fields of chemistry and chemical engineering. The field of green chemistry has grown in recent years, where natural products have been used for synthetic and industrial purposes and applications. Kamal et al discuss in their study “Starch and Coniferyl Alcohol Based Polymer: A Step Ahead Towards Green Polymers” where natural products can be used to form green, ecological-friendly polymers. Hassan Seyran also provides a book review of “Peptide Synthesis Methods and Protocols” that discusses solid phase peptide synthesis and other related techniques. The free exchange of scientific ideas and publication of research articles in peer-reviewed journals will remain absolutely crucial to the development of knowledge and advancement of human nature. Journals such as The Chemist published by the American Institute of Chemists will continue to play a great role in the dissemination of chemical information and science communication. We sincerely hope that you enjoyed this issue and look forward to providing another one in the near future. We greatly thank you for your time and consideration of this issue. Wishing you all the best and happy holidays and a joyous New Year! Sincerely, |
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