American Laboratory & American Laboratory News is edited for chemists and life scientists who have a professional interest in the application of modern scientific instrumentation for the practice of analytical/bioanalytical chemistry, basic research, drug discovery, applied spectroscopy, and material science. Articles appearing in American Laboratory are submitted by scientists who are authorities in the field of laboratory instrumentation and focus on detailed applications of new and existing instrumentation. Articles are selected specifically to cover topics that are of current interest to readers and emphasize practical information and advances in laboratory practice and measurement technology. With its primary focus on product news, American Laboratory News is complementary to the AL journal. The editorial content provides readers with up-to-date information about the most significant product introductions in the laboratory marketplace and features short articles reviewing the latest innovations in laboratory equipment and applications.