A variety of methods for producing images and some of the tools available for image analysis are described. (BB)

A discussion of the basic design and characteristics of gas chromatography-mass spectrometry systems used in clinical chemistry. A comparison of three specific systems: the Vitek Olfax IIA, Hewlett-Packard HP5992, and Du Pont DP-102 are included. (BB)

Describes numerous pieces of equipment for the chemistry laboratory. (MLH)

Brief descriptions of a number of new items (instruments, kits, collections, booklets) are given. Sources are indicated. (RH)

Descriptions of new equipment and materials are provided. Sources of the items are given. nRWH)

This report presents the procedures, findings, and conclusions of a study designed to determine the effects of instrumentation of freshmen chemistry laboratory on achievement and interest in chemistry. Students in each of 80 matched pairs were randomly assigned to the two types of laboratory. One group used instrumented laboratory techniques and…

Voltammetry is used as a model for teaching chemical instrumentation to chemistry undergraduates at the National University of Singapore. Lists six criteria used to select a successful teaching model and shows how voltammetry satisfies each criterion. (JN)

The basic principles, current techniques, instrumentation, and possible chemical applications of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) imaging are discussed. (JN)

The Nebraska Instrument Sharing Consortium (NISC) is a group of small colleges that have banded together to provide modern instrumentation to their students at an affordable price. Consortium activities are described, including how the instruments are moved between campuses. (JN)