TITLE:FT-IR–Raman Combination: The Perfect Analytical Solution for Vibrational Spectroscopists ABSTRACT:The combination of FT-IR and Raman spectroscopy provides synergistic information that gives answers to complex materials problems. Rather than combining spectroscopy with a separation method, the two spectroscopic measurements of Raman and IR on the microscopic scale provide more complete vibrational characterization of solid and liquid materials, without destruction or any modification. Its application in fields as diverse as forensic science, biomedical science, catalysis, and polymers will be discussed.