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Research group FUSCHROM (FUndamental Studies in CHROMatography)

FUSCHROM Group                                          www.uv.es/fuschrom

Juan José Baeza-Baeza                                    juan.baeza@uv.es

María Celia García-Álvarez-Coque          celia.garcia@uv.es

Juan Peris-Vicente                                             juan.peris@uv.es

María José Ruiz-Ángel                                     mjruiz@uv.es

José Ramón Torres-Lapasió                          jrtorres@uv.es

Department of Analytical Chemistry

Faculty of Chemistry (Building E), Burjassot Campus

University of Valencia

c/ Dr. Moliner, 50

46100-Burjassot (Valencia), Spain

Samuel Carda-Broch                                        samuel.carda@qfa.uji.es

Department of Physical Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry

School of Technology and Experimental Sciences, University Jaume I

Cra. Borriol s/n

12071-Castellón, Spain

About the University of Valencia

 The University of Valencia (Universitat de València) is the result of more than five centuries of history, during which ir has accumulated extensive knowledge and safeguarded unique documentary heritage. Today it stands as one of the Spanish's leading universities.

 Higher education in the city of Valencia dates back to the thirteenth century. In 1245, King James I of Aragon obtained authorization from Pope Innocent IV to establish a Studium Generale. However, it was not until 30 October 1499 that the Juries of Valencia drafted the Constitucions that formally founded what would become the Universitat de València. The institution was subsequently authorzed by a Papal Bull issued on 23 January 1501 by Pope Alexander VI and granted royal privilege by Ferdinand II of Aragon on 16 February 1502.

 For more than 500 years, the University's development has evolved in parallel with that of the city, becoming an integral part of Valencia’s urban and cultural fabric. Throughout its history, it has created spaces for teaching, research, cultural creation and dissemination, as well as for scientific advancement and knowledge transfer. 

 Originally focused on medicine, humanities, theology and law, the University has undergone a remarkable process of transformation and expansion over the past two decades. This period of sustained growth has positioned it as a modern, globally oriented institution, distinguished by its strong commitment to innovation, the integration of new technologies, and active participation in major international scientific and academic networks. 

 Today, the University of Valencia ranks among the top five scientific institutions in Spain, supported by its broad and comprehensive academic offer across all fields of knowledge, including basic sciences and engineering, health sciences, educational sciences, humanities and social sciences, economics and law, and its firm commitment to excellence.

 The University currently enrolls approximately 46,000 undergraduate students, 7,500 students in official Master’s and PhD programmes, and 5,000 students in its own institutional degree programmes. 

 Faculty of Chemistry (Valencia)

 The Faculty of Chemistry at the University of Valencia was officially established on September 1977 by Ministerial Order, which approved the division of the former Faculty of Sciences into four separate Faculties:

 Faculty of Chemistry

 Faculty of Physics

 Faculty of Mathematics

 Faculty of Biology

 Its origin, however, date back to 1895, when a Royal Decree created the Faculty of Sciences of Valencia, initially offering the degree of Physicochemical Sciences. In the following years, the sections of Physical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences and Biological Sciences were established. As student numbers steadily increased and the University relocated to the current Burjassot Campus, the growing academic structure led to the formal division into the four independent faculties. 

 During 1993–1994 academic year, the studies in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering were separated into two distinct Licenciatura degrees, following the restructuring of several specializations. With the creation of the School of Engineering in 2003, the Chemical Engineering degree was transferred to that school. Consequently, since the 2004–2005 academic year, the Faculty of Chemistry has offered only the Licenciatura in Chemistry, and since 2010–2011, the Degree in Chemistry in accordance with the new European higher education framework. 

 Department of Analytical Chemistry (Valencia)

 The Department of Analytical Chemistry is based in four buildings in the Campus of Burjassot, belonging to the Faculty of Chemistry (Buildings E and F), Faculty of Pharmacy, and the Research Center. The department is composed of around 30 faculty members, including Full Professors, Associate Professors, and other teaching staff. Together, they provide instruction to between 2,000 and 3,000 students enrolled in various experimental degree programs, primarily in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Physics, Environmental Sciences, and Food Science.

 In 2009, the Master’s Degree in Experimental Techniques in Chemistry was launched, with substantial participation from faculty members of the Department of Analytical Chemistry. The program is research-oriented and designed to prepare students for doctoral studies. The departmet also actively participates at the Master's degree on Chemistry, as well as in other postgraduate programs and specialized courses.

New laboratory facilities, FUSCHROM group

 In June 2025, the FUSCHROM group officially inaugurated its newly renovated laboratories and offices at the Faculty of Chemistry (Building E, second floor) in the Burjassot Campus (Valencia, Spain). The redesigned facilities incorporate dedicated areas for sample preparation, advanced instrumentation, and data analysis, creating a modern, fully equipped environment that fosters high-quality research and technological innovation.   

The group's modular liquid chromatography platform comprises HPLC systems equipped with isocratic, binary, and quaternary pumps, coupled to UV-visible variable-wavelength and diode-array detectors. Fluorescence and refractive-index detectors further enhance analytical versatility across a broad spectrum of applications. Automated injectors and integrated instrument control software ensure rigorous management of experimental conditions, enabling high-throughput analysis, excellent reproducibility, and reliable unattended operation. This level of automation allows researchers to focus on data processing and interpretation, method optimization, and software development. 

In addition, access to cutting-edge shared instrumentation through the University’s Scientific and Technological Centres (SCSIE), including state-of-the-art LC–MS platforms, significantly expands the group’s analytical capabilities and collaborative research potential. 

About the University Jaume I (Castellón)

 University Jaume I (Universitat Jaume I, UJI) is a public institution of higher education and research, established in 1991. It originally functioned as a university college affiliated with the University of Valencia. UJI’s mission is to promote the social, economic, and cultural development of its surrounding region through the creation and transfer of knowledge.

 The university currently offers 30 degree programs and serves approximately 13,000 students, allowing for personalized attention and relatively small teaching groups. Its modern, thoughtfully designed campus fosters a strong sense of community and is easily accessible from Castellón and nearby towns. In addition to its main campus, UJI maintains facilities in several towns across the province of Castellón, including Castellón de la Plana, Morella, Segorbe, and Vinaroz.