Sensor lights up to reveal scopolamine, a common substance used for sexual assault

A team from the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) has led the development of a new sensor capable of quickly and ...
Nanowerk

One-step detection of pathogens and viruses with high sensitivity

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Early detection of foodborne pathogenic bacteria is critical for preventing disease outbreaks and preserving public health. Unfortunately, current detection techniques such as ISO ...
EDN

Carbon nanotubes boost image sensor sensitivity

NEC has developed an uncooled IR image sensor that incorporates high-purity semiconducting carbon nanotubes (CNTs) in the IR detection area. The company claims the new sensor achieves more than three ...
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Sensor with 100,000 times higher sensitivity could bolster thermal imaging

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. -- Army-funded research developed a new microwave radiation sensor with 100,000 times higher sensitivity than currently available commercial sensors. Researchers said ...