Main description:

Ion-selective electrodes (ISEs) have a wide range of applications in clinical, environmental, food and pharmaceutical analysis as well as further uses in chemistry and life sciences. Based on his profound experience as a researcher in ISEs and a course instructor, the author summarizes current knowledge for advanced teaching and training purposes with a particular focus on ionophore-based ISEs. Coverage includes the basics of measuring with ISEs, essential membrane potential theory and a comprehensive overview of the various classes of ion-selective electrodes. The principles of constructing ISEs are outlined, and the transfer of methods into routine analysis is considered. Advanced students, researchers, and practitioners will benefit from this expedient introduction.

Contents:

Introductory issues.- The basics of the ISEs.- Ion-selective electrode characteristics.- Ionophore-based ISEs.- Glass electrodes.- Ion-selective electrodes with crystalline membranes.- Modern trends in the ISEs theory and applications.- ISE constructions.- The basics of the routine analysis with ISEs.