University Chemistry ›› 2024, Vol. 39 ›› Issue (4): 314-321.doi: 10.3866/PKU.DXHX202310063

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Integration of Science and Education Promotes the Construction of Undergraduate-to-Master’s Integration Experimental Courses: A Case Study on the Extraction, Separation and Identification of Artemisinin from Artemisia annua

Shui Hu, Houjin Li, Zhenming Zang, Lianyun Li, Rong Lai   

  1. School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
  • Received:2023-10-16 Revised:2023-11-29 Published:2023-12-14

Abstract: Scientific instruments play a crucial role in both scientific research and experimental teaching, driving technological innovation. This paper presents an optimized experiment on the extraction, isolation and identification of artemisinin, designed as a seamless undergraduate-to-master’s level experimental project. The process incorporates the use of modern instrument principles to extract active compounds from Artemisia annua, measure the content of artemisinin, purify it, and analyze its structure. It provides students with hands-on experience in advanced experimental techniques related to natural products, fosters their innovation and scientific research ability.

Key words: Integration of science and education, Undergraduate-to-master’s integration, Natural products experiment