The position of the analyst as expert: yesterday and today.
The interrelation between law and analytical chemistry 150 years ago is outlined, showing that similar problems to today already existed at that time. Examples of present-day cases of judicial investigations are given and consequences for the duty of the analytical chemist are discussed.
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Institut Fresenius, Im Maisel, 65232 Taunusstein, Germany.
D056246:Chemistry, Analytic / Q000266:history*; D049672:History, 19th Century; D049673:History, 20th Century; D007878:Legislation as Topic / Q000266:history*; D007881:Legislation, Food / Q000266:history; D014116:Toxicology / Q000266:history / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence