Modern Raman Spectroscopy: A Practical Approach

Second edition of the guide to the modern techniques that demonstrate the potential of Raman spectroscopy

Completely revised and updated, the second edition of Modern Raman Spectroscopy presents the information needed for clear understanding and application of the technique of Raman Spectroscopy in a range of areas such as pharmaceuticals, forensics, and biology. The authors—noted experts on the topic—reveal how to make full use of the critical information presented and include a wealth of examples of the pitfalls that can be encountered.

The text opens with a description of the basic theory to assist readers in making a practical interpretation of Raman Spectra. Chapters include the main equations that are used in order to highlight the theory’s meaning and relevance while avoiding a full mathematical treatment. Modern Raman Spectroscopy provides a firm grounding, combined with a variety of references, from which to approach a more comprehensive study of specific aspects of Raman Spectroscopy. This new edition:

• Includes instrumentation sections that now contain Spatially Offset Raman scattering and transmission Raman scattering
• Offers an updated SERS chapter that presents recent examples and Tip enhanced Raman scattering
• Contains updated information with an emphasis on pharmaceutical, forensic, and biological applications
• Introduces modern techniques in the imaging and mapping of biological samples and more advanced methods which are becoming easier to use

Written for users of Raman Spectroscopy in industry, including non-analysts, researchers, and academics, the second edition of Modern Raman Spectroscopy clearly demonstrates the potential of using Raman Spectroscopy for a wide range of applications.

Avainsanat: guide to Modern Raman Spectroscopy; introduction to Raman spectroscopy; Raman spectroscopy; molecular vibrations of Raman spectroscopy; visible excitation of Raman spectroscopy; NIR Raman spectroscopy; Raman sample preparation; Raman handling; microscopy and Raman spectroscopy; calibration of the Raman spectroscopy; quantitation of Raman spectroscopy; qualitative interpretation of Raman spectroscopy; absorption of Raman spectroscopy; Hooke's law and Raman spectroscopy; the nature of polarizability of Raman spectroscopy; symmetry of vibrations of Raman spectroscopy; basic selection rule of Raman spectroscopy; Kramer Heisenberg Dirac expression and Raman spectroscopy; Surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy; SERS; applications of Raman Spectroscopy; imaging of biological samples; ROA, UV Raman spectroscopy; coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering; CARS; stimulated Raman scattering; SRS; surface enhanced hyper Raman scattering; SEHRS, Materials Characterization, Biomedical Imaging, Materials Characterization, Biomedical Imaging