One of the stated aims of Concepts in Magnetic
Resonance is to broaden the comprehension of magnetic resonance concepts of what is admittedly a broad audience: experienced spectroscopists, laboratory technical personnel, graduate students, and advanced undergraduates. The latter two groups usually receive their introduction to NMR by means of coursework in organic and physical chemistry or from undergraduate or graduate courses specifically dedicated to magnetic resonance.
Within the context of courses such as these, students gain exposure to theoretical and experimental aspects of NMR. It is well recognized that the process of learning is facilitated by a ''hands on'' approachαscientists have known this for decades! The utility of NMR in the research setting has dictated its inclusion within the chemistry, molecular biology, and physics curricula. Many teachers of NMR have realized that a ''hands on'' approach is an ideal way to introduce NMR techniques to students.
For example, students in the NMR Spectroscopy course taught at Pomona College supplement a traditional lecturerdiscussion format with an experimental project using a molecule and NMR technique of their own choosing. Working with the professor or teaching assistant,