Extraction and purification of bioactive compounds -- Steam distillation applied to the food industry -- Distillation applied to the processing of spirits and aromas -- Low pressure solvent extraction (solid-liquid extraction, microwave assisted, and ultrasound assisted) from condimentary plants -- Liquid-liquid extraction (LLE) applied to the processing of vegetable oil -- Supercritical and pressurized fluid extraction applied to the food industry -- Concentration of bioactive compounds by adsorption/desorption.