Analytical chemistry is the bedrock of small molecule drug development. While the basic instruments and techniques commonly used by analytical chemists have been around for a while, modern updates have expanded their capabilities and can reduce the amount of time spent on setup and analysis. Sample-preparation steps for analytical chemistry have traditionally been time-consuming and labor-intensive, but implementation of automated instrumentation can help alleviate many of those bottlenecks. Check back regularly to find the latest techniques and trends in automated sample prep for analytical chemistry.