For the first time the discipline of modern inorganic chemistry has been systematized according to a plan constructed by a council of editorial advisors and consultants, among them three Nobel laureates (E.O. Fischer, H. Taube and G. Wilkinson).<br> Rather than producing a collection of unrelated review articles, the series creates a framework which reflects the creative potential of this scientific discipline. Thus, it stimulates future development by identifying areas which are fruitful for further research.<br> The work is indexed in a unique way by a structured system which maximizes its usefulness to the reader. It augments the organization of the work by providing additional routes of access for specific compounds, reactions and other topics.
<p><b>J. J. Zuckerman</b> is the editor of <i>Inorganic Reactions and Methods</i>, Volume 16, Reactions Catalyzed by Inorganic Compounds, published by Wiley.</p> <p><b>A. P. Hagen</b> is the editor of <i>Inorganic Reactions and Methods</i>, Volume 16, Reactions Catalyzed by Inorganic Compounds, published by Wiley.</p>