CREDIT Texas A&M University Engineering
Pocket-sized invention revolutionizes ability to detect harmful materials
https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1051604
By the TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
Imagine knowing what berry or mushroom is safe to eat during a hike or swiftly detecting pathogens in a hospital setting. This can now be achieved with a new hand-held cellphone-based Raman spectrometer system invented by Dr. Peter Rentzepis of Texas A&M University. The device, combining a cellphone camera and a powerful laser analysis method, allows non-invasive identification of harmful substances in the field, even in remote areas. Unlike traditional spectrometers, this portable invention is cost-effective and offers rapid identification, making it a game-changer in safety and detection.