All sensors articles
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NewsScientists probe tool used by harmful bacteria to hijack crops
Researchers have identified a tool that helps the bacteria Pseudomonas syringae turn a plant’s fundamental biology against itself. The findings could eventually lead to new approaches to protecting crops.
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NewsBacteria that ‘shine a light’ on microplastic pollution
Researchers have developed a living sensor that attaches to plastic and produces green fluorescence. In an initial test on real-world water samples, the biosensor could easily detect environmentally relevant levels of microplastics.
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NewsSensor-led technology will rapidly detect foodborne pathogens in poultry supply chain
Researchers are developing new technology to rapidly detect and mitigate salmonella and other foodborne pathogens throughout the poultry supply chain.
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NewsMilestone in the fight against pandemics
Researchers at TU Dresden create pioneering approaches for the detection of viral antigens.
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NewsNew method builds fluorescent nanotubes to detect bacteria and viruses
Researchers have developed a new approach to construct modular optical sensors which are capable of detecting viruses and bacteria.
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NewsBacteria can be programmed as fast-responding pollution sensors
Scientists and engineers at Rice University have engineered living bioelectronic sensors based on bacteria that can quickly sense and report on the presence of a variety of contaminants.