This collection reviews the gemological applications of the most frequently employed spectroscopic techniques in the field, including laser induced breakdown spectroscopy, multiphoton imaging, infrared and Raman spectroscopy and extends to associated technologies such as laser ablation inductively coupled plasma time of flight mass spectrometry. It also includes image analysis and the exciting applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies that are being developed and used to enhance the efficiency of identification and analysis techniques. Chapters introduce the relevant theoretical concepts and present typical experimental methodologies with a focus on gemological applications and include experimental results and potential for future developments.

This book provides a unique addition to the knowledge base in view of emerging applications of spectroscopic and information techniques in gemology. It will be of interest to novice researchers as well as established researchers and professionals in the field.