New Atlas

Medical lab-on-a-chip runs 32 pathology tests at once

Researchers have used off-the-shelf components to create a sensor device that is not only cost-effective but can quickly detect 32 different pathogens and has sensitivities on par with the ...
AZoNano

Using Graphene Field Effect Transistors in Biosensors

A field effect transistor (FET) is a carrier device with three terminals: source, drain, and gate. In FETs, an electric field can be applied at the terminal of the gate, modifying the conductive ...
EurekAlert!

Ultra-sensitive electrical biosensor unlocks potential for instant diagnostic devices

(Santa Barbara, Calif. –) A new quantum mechanical-based biosensor designed by a team at University of California, Santa Barbara offers tremendous potential for detecting biomolecules at ultra-low ...
AZoNano

Benefits of Nanocarbon-Based Field-Effect Transistors in Biosensors

Field-effect transistor (FET) devices based on functionalized nanocarbon materials are a promising technology for biomolecular sensing applications. Nanocarbon-based field-effect transistor (NC-FET) ...
Nanowerk

New DNA biosensor could unlock powerful, low-cost clinical diagnostics

(Nanowerk News) DNA can signal the presence of or predisposition to a slew of diseases, including cancer. The ability to flag down these clues, known as biomarkers, allows medical professionals to ...