MAP™ Extraction

Radient's proprietary MAP™ technology involves the selective and localized heating of the moisture present in all natural materials using a very familiar energy source: microwaves. This contained 'in-core' heating of the biomass results in a rapid buildup of pressure within cells leading to a pressure-driven enhanced mass transfer of target compounds out of the source material. This mechanism for extraction is unique to MAP™ and results in very high extraction rates and extraction selectivity. In addition, because the microwave energy is selectively deposited in the target biomass and not in the surrounding solvent, the solid stays cool, leading to energy efficiency and reduced heat degradation of sensitive products.