Short description An expert introduction for graduate students but also for scientists working in physics, chemistry, materials or life sciences. The main part is dedicated to a broad review of optical techniques and topical applications, backed by 50 problems with solutions and a glossary.
From the contents Introduction Surfaces and Interfaces Linear Optical Properties of Surfaces Infrared Spectroscopy Linear Optical Techniques Nonlinear Optical Techniques Optical Spectroscopy at a Gas-Solid Interface Optical Microscopy Nano-Optics and Local Spectroscopy Problems with Solutions Glossary and Index References
