Professor of Analytical Chemistry. He was a pioneer in introducing Atomic Spectrometry methods in Spain. He is a world-reputed Atomic Spectroscopist who introduces/develops many novel, state-of-the-art atomic techniques. He is a member of the editorial board of ABC and also of the editorial board of the RSC for a series of monographs on Atomic Spectrometry (leaded by Prof. Neil Burnett). He currently develops and tests cutting-edge instruments, even for some commercial firms. He published many papers and books. In 2007 he won the Robert Kellner award (The Robert Keller Lecture will be given at the Euroanalysis 2007).

"This book is essential since it explains clearly not only how to use, in the real world, vibrational spectroscopy, but also how to try to avoid anomalies and artefacts."

• Introduction, Basic Theory and Principles;Sample Types and Analyses;Instrumentation;Sampling Techniques and Accessories;Quantitative Analysis;Vibrational Spectroscopy - Microsampling and Microscopy;Hyphenated Techniques;Index.