title: Blueprint XAS: a Matlab-based toolbox for the fitting and analysis of XAS spectra.
abstract: Blueprint XAS is a new Matlab-based program developed to fit and analyse X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) data, most specifically in the near-edge region of the spectrum. The program is based on a methodology that introduces a novel background model into the complete fit model and that is capable of generating any number of independent fits with minimal introduction of user bias [Delgado-Jaime & Kennepohl (2010), J. Synchrotron Rad. 17, 119-128]. The functions and settings on the five panels of its graphical user interface are designed to suit the needs of near-edge XAS data analyzers. A batch function allows for the setting of multiple jobs to be run with Matlab in the background. A unique statistics panel allows the user to analyse a family of independent fits, to evaluate fit models and to draw statistically supported conclusions. The version introduced here (v0.2) is currently a toolbox for Matlab. Future stand-alone versions of the program will also incorporate several other new features to create a full package of tools for XAS data processing.
authors.affiliation: The University of British Columbia, Department of Chemistry, 2036 Main Mall, Vancouver, Canada BC V6T 1Z1.
authors.forename: Mario Ulises
authors.initials: MU
authors.lastname: Delgado-Jaime
authors.forename: Craig Philip
authors.initials: CP
authors.lastname: Mewis
authors.forename: Pierre
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Kennepohl
mesh_terms: D000465:Algorithms; D003627:Data Interpretation, Statistical; D009716:Numerical Analysis, Computer-Assisted; D011381:Programming Languages; D012984:Software; D056928:X-Ray Absorption Spectroscopy / Q000379:methods*