A major push was made to identify the hydrocarbon and heteroatom types present in raw shale oil. A comprehensive, qualitative picture of the 400{degrees}C material, as well as rapid, routine analysis of separations fractions, requires new methodologies founded in the Z-BASIC concept. Advances were made in establishing the interface protocol needed to utilize Z-BASIC methodologies for interpretation of gc-ms output data. It is anticipated that all interface protocols will be completed and a computerized reporting system will be in place by the end of the next quarter. Progress reports were made at the Contractor`s Review Meeting (METC), November 16th and at the Eastern Oil Shale Symposium (Lexington), November 17th. Research results continue to be well-received. The concept of a thermodynamically logical map of potential products from shale oil is a sound approach to value-enhancement research. From a commercial perspective, the concept of establishing a demand for raw shale oil at a reasonable purchase price of, say $30/bbl, is increasingly being recognized as the best means of pulling shale oil into the marketplace.