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The article discusses the challenges of analyzing cultural heritage artifacts and the need for non-destructive and precise analytical instruments. It reviews a book titled "Electrochemistry for Cultural Heritage" by Antonio Doménech-Carbó and Maria Teresa Doménech-Carbó, which covers various electrochemical techniques used in the analysis, conservation, and dating of cultural heritage items. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the methodologies and principles of voltammetry, as well as their application in analyzing pigments and paintings. It also explores the combination of voltammetry with atomic force microscopy and scanning electrochemical microscopy for qualitative and topographic analysis. The book is accessible to those with limited knowledge of electrochemistry and is a valuable resource for researchers, students, and individuals interested in the intersection of electrochemistry and archaeology. [Extracted from the article]

This article is a review of the book "Lehrbuch der Elektrochemie" by Gunther Wittstock, Bernd Speiser, and Julia Witt. The book is described as the first comprehensive German textbook on electrochemistry in many years. It covers a wide range of topics, including the basics of electrochemistry, techniques of electrochemistry, materials for electrochemistry, and applications of electrochemistry. The book is praised for its thoroughness, clarity, and inclusion of basic material necessary for understanding electrochemistry. The reviewer recommends the textbook for university-level courses and suggests that it is a valuable resource for anyone teaching electrochemistry. [Extracted from the article]

The Journal of Analytical Chemistry has released a special issue dedicated to the memory of Professor Valery Nikolaevich Maistrenko, a renowned chemist who passed away in 2023. Professor Maistrenko made significant contributions to the field of analytical chemistry, particularly in areas such as ecotoxicological analysis and the application of adsorbents. The special issue features articles written by Professor Maistrenko's students, as well as contributions from colleagues in the field. The authors come from various institutions across Russia, highlighting the widespread impact of Professor Maistrenko's work. [Extracted from the article]

The present anthology "Materiality Matters. New Approaches to Medieval Sealing Culture" deals with new research approaches to medieval sealing culture. The significance of the materiality of seals has gained importance in recent years, particularly through the use of scientific methods. The volume contains six contributions and two appendices in English, German, and French. The contributions address various research projects that deal with the chemical analysis of wax seals, fingerprints on seals, and changes in seal attachment techniques. The anthology demonstrates the possibilities that arise for archival-historical research through the use of scientific methods and advocates for interdisciplinary collaboration between archives and other institutions. [Extracted from the article]

Discusses the discovery and observation of cosmic gems found in meteorites. Origins of this stellar material; Discovery of silicon carbide and Xenon gas in diamonds; Challenges and methods of analyzing the grains; Theory that these elements came from red giant stars and supernova explosions; Comparison of silicon isotopes to the isotopic evolution of the galaxy.

The fourth chapter describes the instrumentation used for running successful 2D-LC separations reporting all various practical aspects to be considered when developing 2D-LC methods. Some authors have contributed to two or more chapters; for instance, editor D.R. Stoll contributed to ten chapters, followed by P.W. Carr who co-authored three chapters. Summary I Multi-dimensional liquid chromatography: principles, practice, and applications i is a well-balanced book presenting the most recent advances in the field of 2D-LC. [Extracted from the article]

We present the results of isotope measurements (δ18O, δ D, δ13CDIC and 14C) and chemical analyses (TDS, TOC, HCO3-, SO42-, Cl-, NO3-, NH4+, Ca2+, Mg2+ Na+ and K+) conducted on groundwater samples collected from deep Cenozoic aquifers. These aquifers are the basic source of drinking water at numerous localities within the study area in northern Poland. Most of the δ18O determinations are characterised by low variability (i.e., > 70 per cent of δ18O are between -9.5‰ and -9.2‰). In most cases tritium activity was not detected or its content slightly exceeded the uncertainty of measurement (from ±0.3 T.U. to ± 0.5 T.U.). On average, 14C activity is twice higher than that under similar conditions and in hydrogeological systems. The δ13CDIC values fall within the -13.6‰ to -12.8‰ range. A slight variability is observed when considering all isotope and chemical data within the study area and under these hydrogeological conditions. In general, the results of isotope and chemical analyses seem to be homogeneous, indicating the presence of closely similar groundwaters in the system, irrespective of geological formation. It is likely that there is a significant hydraulic connection between shallow and deep aquifers in the Gwda catchment, which indicates the potential for seepage of pollutants from shallow Pleistocene to deep Miocene aquifers. This can endanger the latter by e.g., high concentrations of NO3-, SO42- and Cl- ions from shallow aquifers within the Gwda catchment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reviews the book "History and Methodology of Analytical Chemistry," by Yu. A. Zolotov and V. I. Vershinin.

The article reviews the exhibition "The 58th Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy," at the McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois from February 25 to March 2, 2007.

The Royal Society of Chemistry ISBN: 978-1-78801-414-4 Hardcover, 501 pages November 19, 2019; £179.00 Book's topic Electrochemiluminescence (ECL), or electrogenerated chemiluminescence, is a fascinating phenomenon where the "complexity and beauty from both electrochemistry and photophysics crystallize", as N. Sojic nicely stated in the preface of the book. Bipolar electrochemistry to wirelessly activate ECL follows the classical methodologies, and advances in multicolor ECL and color tunability are clearly described. Also, it should be regarded as a reference book to specialists primarily in the field of electrochemistry, photochemistry, bioanalytics, material sciences, and engineering. [Extracted from the article]

The article reviews the book "Analytical Methods for Drinking Water. Advances in Sampling and Analysis," edited by P. Quevauviller and K. C. Thompson.

The first three chapters address basic concepts of pharmaceuticals, namely the physical-chemical properties and definitions concerning the manufacture of pharmaceutical formulations and the existing pharmacopoeias. The chemical analysis of pharmaceutical ingredients and pharmaceutical preparations are illustrated with practical examples taken from the US and European Pharmacopoeias. The textbook is primarily for pharmacy and chemistry students at university level, requesting basic knowledge on chemical analysis of pharmaceutical ingredients and preparations, and chemical analysis of drug substances in biological fluids. [Extracted from the article]

Reviews the book "Ewing's Analytical Instrumentation Handbook," 3rd edition, edited by Jack Cazes.

Reviews the third edition of the book "Ewing's Analytical Instrumentation Handbook," edited by Jack Cazes.

Examines a variety of polyols present and indigenous to the Murchison and Murray meteorites in amounts comparable to amino acids. Significance of photolysis and formaldehyde chemistry on observed compounds; Recognition of the Murchison meteorite as a reference for organic compounds in extraterrestrial material; Presence and incorporation of polyols in the first forms of life.

The article reviews the book "Naukometricheskie issledovania v khimii."

The recent book I Thermal field-flow fractionation of polymers i by Guilaume Greyling and Harald Pasch is part of the Springer Laboratory Series Manuals in Polymer Science. I Thermal field-flow fractionation of polymers i is very well organized in five chapters starting with introduction to the family of different field-flow fractionation techniques. I Thermal field-flow fractionation of polymers i is an important contribution to the series of textbooks in field-flow fractionation and polymer science. [Extracted from the article]

Reviews the book "Modern Analytical Chemistry," by W. F. Pickering.