E. Hywel Evans is an Associate Lecturer with the Open University, with 30 years' experience in teaching and research, including 25 years as a Reader in Analytical Chemistry at the University of Plymouth. He has published over 80 scientific papers and edited, contributed to, or co-authored several textbooks on analytical chemistry and spectroscopy. Mike E. Foulkes was formerly Senior Lecturer in Environmental and Analytical Chemistry at the University of Plymouth, with prior experience of working in industry as well as 30 years' experience as a researcher and lecturer in environmental analysis and analytical science.