A tutorial review on methods of agricultural product sample pretreatment and target analysis by laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy
LIBS in agricultural product sample preparation methods and agricultural product quality and safety analysis applications are reviewed. The advantages as well as challenges of LIBS in agricultural applications are discussed.
In situ measurements using hand-held XRF spectrometers: a tutorial review
Hand-held XRF is described from a tutorial viewpoint suitable for users without extensive training in XRF methodology in order to raise awareness of issues in using the technique and improve the interpretation of hand-held XRF measurement results.
Isotopic measurements using ICP-MS: a tutorial review
The isotopic information provided by Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) is revised from a tutorial point of view covering both the use of enriched stable isotopes and the measurement of natural variations in the isotopic composition of the elements.
Aerosol dilution for the introduction of complex matrix samples in plasma-based spectrometry techniques: a tutorial review
Aerosol dilution (AD) is a sample introduction tool that allows the direct analysis of complex matrix samples by plasma-based analytical techniques.
Is MIP-OES a suitable alternative to ICP-OES for trace element analysis?
New developments in instrumentation, plasma diagnostics, calibration, and sample preparation applied to MIP-OES may make it competitive with ICP-OES.
Microsampling of biological fluids for elemental and isotopic analysis by ICP-MS: strategies and applications for disease diagnosis
Strategies for microsample collection of fluids & introduction into an ICP-MS aiming at elemental and isotopic determination for disease diagnosis purposes.
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This themed collection features recent review articles published in JAAS.