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A review is given on different techniques in laser spectroscopy of atoms and molecules, which allow high spectral resolution and a very high detection sensitivity of small samples. Analytical applications of the techniques are discussed for basic scientific research, as well as for environmental problems and technical processes. Possible trends of laser spectroscopy, in particular with respect to applications in biology and medicine are shortly outlined.
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Demtröder, W. Laser spectroscopy of molecules: State-of-the-art and possible trends. Fresenius J Anal Chem 337, 830–834 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00322260
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