Analysis and Separations of Trace Elements in the Environment

Dear Colleagues,

This Topic will focus on the analyses and separations of trace elements in the environment. The main focus will be on using current analytical instrumentation that will include inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), inductively coupled plasma optical emission (ICP-OES), energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF), and laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS). Elemental speciation will also be discussed. 

The Topic will demonstrate that the above analytical techniques can be used to analyze a variety of environmental samples that will include water, soil, tree rings, aerosols, and different types of plants. Sample preparation is an important step in the goals of successful characterization and quantification of trace elements in the environment.

Prof. Dr. Gene Hall
Prof. Dr. Begoña González
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