Novel Instrumental Developments and Applications of Near-Infrared Spectroscopy

Dear Colleagues,

Over the last few decades, near-infrared spectroscopy has emerged—in combination with light-fiber optics, new in- and online probe accessories, and chemometric evaluation procedures—as an extremely powerful tool for industrial quality control and process monitoring. Recently, its widespread use has been further enhanced by miniaturized, handheld spectrometers for on-site and in-the-field measurements. With these developments, the wavelength gap between the visible and the mid-infrared (MIR) region that has over a long period been idle is finally filled with life and exploited in accordance with its real potential. The objective of this Special Issue is to demonstrate that this analytical technique not only is a routine tool but also has tremendous research potential that can provide unique information not accessible via other methods.

We cordially invite experts working with this technique to submit manuscripts. Particular attention will be given to innovations in the field that have enhanced the performance and capability of NIR spectroscopy.

Prof. Dr. Heinz Siesler
Prof. Dr. Hui Yan
Guest Editors

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