Trace metal mapping by laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy

Journal Article · Sun Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 2012 · Surface Science Reports

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surfrep.2012.09.001· OSTI ID:1091632

Kaiser, Jozef ^[1]; Novotny, Dr. Karel ^[2]; Hrdlicka, A ^[3]; Malina, R ^[3]; Hartl, M ^[3]; Kizek, R ^[4]; Adam, V ^[4]

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1. ORNL
2. Masaryk University
3. Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic
4. Mendel University of Brno

Abstract: Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) is a sensitive optical technique capable of fast multi-elemental analysis of solid, gaseous and liquid samples. The potential applications of lasers for spectrochemical analysis were developed shortly after its invention; however the massive development of LIBS is connected with the availability of powerful pulsed laser sources. Since the late 80s of 20th century LIBS dominated the analytical atomic spectroscopy scene and its application are developed continuously. Here we review the utilization of LIBS for trace elements mapping in different matrices. The main emphasis is on trace metal mapping in biological samples.

• Research Organization: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
• Sponsoring Organization: SC USDOE - Office of Science (SC)
• DOE Contract Number: AC05-00OR22725
• OSTI ID: 1091632
• Journal Information: Surface Science Reports, Journal Name: Surface Science Reports Journal Issue: 11-12 Vol. 67; ISSN 0167-5729
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English