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SERS Substrates for Detecting Arsenic in Drinking Water

In a recent article published in Results in Surfaces and Interfaces, researchers unveiled a rapid, cost-effective method for detecting arsenic in drinking water using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS).

11 Jun 2024

Marine Microplastics Detection Using Compressive Raman Spectroscopy

In a recent paper published in Environmental Technology & Innovation, researchers introduced compressive Raman micro-spectroscopy (CRT), a rapid technology for detecting and classifying marine microplastics, significantly improving the speed and accuracy of environmental monitoring and research.

10 Jun 2024

Laser Spectroscopy for Graphene Oxide Synthesis

In an article published in Optical Materials: X, researchers introduced a novel method for synthesizing graphene oxide using laser spectroscopy, offering a cost-effective and efficient approach for various technological applications.

5 Jun 2024

Hermetic Fibre Feedthroughs for Cryogenic Environments

Working in cryogenic environments is challenging, but a lot of cutting-edge research, such as quantum computing and material science, requires operating in these extreme setups.

From Laser Components (UK) Ltd. 3 Jun 2024

Advanced Spectroscopic Techniques for Cheese Quality Monitoring

In a recent article published in Food Chemistry, Danish researchers explored the use of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) and proton nuclear magnetic resonance (1H NMR) spectroscopy to monitor the quality of semi-hard cheeses, revealing insights into microbial influences on flavor and composition.

29 May 2024

Optical Spectroscopy for Characterizing Alloy Powder

In a recent study published in Powder Technology, researchers introduced a novel spectroscopic method using Raman and UV-Vis spectroscopy to evaluate metal powder oxidation, offering a cost-effective and accessible alternative to traditional techniques, with significant applications in additive manufacturing, powder metallurgy, and material science.

28 May 2024

New Sensor Offers Real-Time Monitoring of Earthquake Rotations in Naples

Researchers from Italy have constructed a three-axis fiber optic gyroscope that enhances the resolution and real-time monitoring of ground rotations caused by earthquakes.

22 May 2024

Unveiling Nuclear Motion in SMMs with Ultrafast X-Ray Spectroscopy

A recent study in Nature Communications reveals rapid changes in the nuclear structure and crystal field of a manganese-based single-molecule magnet using ultrafast X-Ray spectroscopy, highlighting the potential for light-regulated magnetization.

22 May 2024

Novel Technique for Studying the Defect Properties of Photoelectrocatalysts

Researchers developed a multi-modal microscopy technique to study photoelectrocatalysts, revealing how microstructural and chemical defects impact the efficiency of metal-oxide photoanodes like hematite in water splitting and other reactions.

15 May 2024

Graphene-Enhanced Sensor Achieves Ultra-Low Gas Detection Limits

Researchers at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC) published a study in Frontiers of Optoelectronics on a new gas sensor design.

14 May 2024

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Advanced F-Theta Lenses for Precision Imaging Systems

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