Tag: biosensors
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Quantum Biosensing Enables 30-Minute Earlier Bacterial Growth Detection
Overview: A Breakthrough in Rapid Bacterial Detection In a significant leap for microbiology and diagnostics, researchers leveraging quantum biosensing have demonstrated the ability to detect bacterial growth up to 30 minutes earlier than traditional methods. This advancement has far-reaching implications for healthcare, food safety, and environmental monitoring, where timely detection can prevent outbreaks, shorten treatment…
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UNSW Chemists Triumph at 2025 National Chemistry Awards
UNSW Clinches Two Top Honors at the 2025 RACI National Awards Two researchers from UNSW Science’s School of Chemistry have earned prestigious recognition at the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) National Awards 2025. The wins highlight UNSW’s strength in translating chemistry into real-world solutions—ranging from life-saving biomedical advances to affordable, clean energy technologies. The school…
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Flu-Detecting Chewing Gum: A Taste-Based Diagnostic Breakthrough
Overview: A New Approach to Flu Screening A recent study published in ACS Central Science outlines a bold step toward non-invasive flu diagnostics. Researchers have designed a chewable sensor that could, in the future, replace nasal swabs with a simple gum or tablet. The idea hinges on a molecular sensor embedded in a minty-tasting compound…