Origin and early history of Die Methode des Eichzusatzes or The Method of Standard Addition with primary emphasis on its origin, early design, dissemination, and usage of terms

Origins of the method of standard additions and of the use of an internal standard in quantitative instrumental chemical analyses

“…However, Kelly et al [7] have most usefully noted that the method was first used by Hans Hohn and described in 1937 in his book, Chemische Analysen mit dem Polarographen [10] (see Fig. 1) as Die Methode des Eichzusatzes .…”

“…1–6]. The histories of both procedures have been reviewed [7, 8], both are of interest in that they each have suffered from misrepresentations as to their originators and in their initial applications in various technique areas.…”

Signal correction using molecular species to improve biodiesel analysis by microwave-induced plasma optical emission spectrometry

“…Nonetheless, the practical aspect of applying a simple signal correction using species already present in the plasma demonstrate the potential of this method for the efficient analysis of complex samples. When compared to the time-consuming processes of adding different internal standards to each working solution [26], or preparing a series of calibration curves for each individual sample in standard additions calibration [27], the molecular probe signal correction method presents several advantages.…”

Standard addition challenge

“…First described in 1937 [1], the method of standard addition is now an integral part of the analytical chemistry curriculum. The basic concept is always the same.…”