The Standard Colorimetric Observer is ubiquitous when it comes to measuring, specifying, and designing products that involve light and color. Its use is so pervasive in everyday life that the Symposium will appeal to a wide range of professionals, from those who are responsible for color and color appearance to those who are research and development specialists in the area-just about anyone with an interest in colorimetry and color measurement.
By general consent in all countries, the specification of basic standards for use in colorimetry is the province of the CIE. The CIE made the first major recommendations regarding colorimetric standards in 1931 by approving the Standard Colorimetric Observer. These recommendations formed the basis of modern colorimetry. The original recommendations of 1931 were reviewed from time to time by the CIE Colorimetry Committee and later by CIE Division 1, Vision and Color. When necessary, changes were made. New recommendations were added to supplement the existing ones or to broaden the scope of colorimetry in accordance with developments in practice and science. The most recent summary of these recommendations can be found in the 3rd edition of CIE Publication