Jerome Workman

A recent study, using laser-based Raman spectroscopy, published in Scientific Reports by Petra Dariz and Thomas Schmid from the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) in Berlin, Germany, delves into the complexities of Roman Egyptian blue pigment, revealing its production, composition, and historical significance. Raman Spectroscopy Reveals Ancient History Egyptian blue, a vivid blue pigment widely used during the Roman Empire, has captivated researchers for centuries due t…

The NESAS and SAS Lester W. Strock Award Symposium was held on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, from 1:30 PM - 3:10 PM in Room Cascade 1, to celebrate the contributions of Prof. Maria Montes-Bayón to the field of analytical atomic spectrochemistry. The Lester W. Strock Award, presented by the New England Section of the Society of Applied Spectroscopy, honors substantive research and applications in analytical atomic spectrochemistry in the areas of earth science, life sciences, or stellar and cosmic…

The AES (Electrophoresis Society) Mid-Career Award recognizes exceptional contributions to the field of electrophoresis, microfluidics, and related areas by an individual who is currently in the middle of their career. The 2023 award session will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 from 1:30 PM - 3:10 PM in Room Sierra 5 to recognize the work of Robbyn K. Anand, who is the Suresh Faculty Fellow and Carlyle G. Caldwell Endowed Chair in Chemistry at Iowa State University. Her group has develop…

Abstract Spectroscopic analytical techniques are crucial for the analysis of environmental samples. This review emphasizes the latest advancements in several key spectroscopic methods, including atomic, vibrational, molecular, electronic, and X-ray techniques. The applications of these analytical methods in detecting contaminants and other environmental applications are thoroughly discussed. Introduction Spectroscopic analytical techniques are vital in environmental sciences, offering power…