The aim of the project is to create an expert team, introduce new and develop advanced separation methods. Research performance will be increased by involving high-quality senior researchers, new ESR and excellent KZVP, who has long experience in managing research work in the USA. Modernisation of infrastructure will encourage the production of innovative results and cooperation with foreign research organisations. Internationalisation and excellence of the project in the final consequences will support the establishment of the Centre of Excellence for Separation Sciences. a.