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Raman spectroscopy shows promise for diagnosing oral cancer

Researchers demonstrate that Raman spectroscopy can distinguish between healthy tissue, OSCC, and non-cancerous lesions with high accuracy. The technique could enable non-invasive cancer screening in the dentist's chair, reducing diagnostic delays and invasive procedures.

SourceOptica·JournalBiomedical Optics Express·DateJan 13, 2021

Mapping out a transient atom

A new experiment provides insights into transient atomic states, enabling better understanding of photocatalysis, elementary steps in photosynthesis and radiation damage. The study uses high-resolution electron spectroscopy to capture a snapshot of the short-lived state produced when X-rays interact with neon atoms.

SourceEuropean XFEL·JournalPhysical Review X·DateDec 22, 2020

Within a hair's breadth--forensic identification of single dyed hair strand now possible

Researchers at Tokyo University of Science developed a strategy to identify criminals from a single strand of hair, leveraging the composition of hair dye products. They employed surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) and X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis to distinguish between different dyes applied to individual strands of hog hair.

SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalAnalytical Sciences·DateDec 9, 2020

New optical method paves way to breath test for cancer biomarker

Researchers have developed a sensitive optical method to detect formaldehyde in exhaled breath, which could lead to an inexpensive and fast way to screen for lung and breast cancer. The new approach uses multipass spectroscopy with optical fringe quenching technique, allowing detection of formaldehyde at low concentrations.

SourceOptica·JournalBiomedical Optics Express·DateNov 16, 2020

Looking inside the glass

A team of researchers from The University of Tokyo used electron spectroscopy and computer simulations to study the internal atomic structure of aluminosilicate glass. They found intricate structures that have not yet been analyzed by scientists, including complex coordination networks among aluminum atoms within phase-separated regions.

SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·DateNov 16, 2020

Not all cats are grey in the dark!

Researchers Nathalie Picque and Theodor Hänsch developed dual-comb spectroscopy to detect spectral patterns even in extremely low light conditions. This technique enabled the recording of broad spectra with over 100,000 colors in near complete darkness.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateOct 23, 2020

MHz, multi-beams coherent XUV source by intracavity high-order harmonic generation

Researchers have created a novel ultrafast coherent light source in the extreme ultraviolet wavelength region with multi-MHz range repetition rates. The system utilizes intracavity high-order harmonic generation and achieves a repetition rate of 3 MHz, suitable for applications such as ultrafast XUV spectroscopy.

Researchers present concept for a new technique to study superheavy elements

The new LRC approach enables the investigation of superheavy elements with extreme sensitivity, even at low production quantities. By combining laser spectroscopy and ion mobility spectrometry, researchers can unveil element-specific emission spectra, providing valuable insights into the electronic structure of these exotic atoms.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJul 13, 2020

Quantum diamond sensing

Researchers developed a new quantum sensing technique that allows high-resolution NMR spectroscopy on small molecules in dilute solution, achieving femtomole molecular sensitivity. This breakthrough enables chemical analysis and magnetic resonance imaging at the level of individual biological cells.

SourceUniversity of Maryland·JournalPhysical Review X·DateJun 17, 2020

New nanodevice could use solar energy to produce hydrogen

Scientists have designed a gold nanoparticle conjugate that can be used as a platform for developing a light-driven, water-splitting nanodevice for generating hydrogen. The PSI-GNP-PSII conjugate mimics photosynthesis to convert solar energy into chemical energy, offering a potential solution to the current energy crisis.

SourceIOS Press·JournalBiomedical Spectroscopy and Imaging·DateJun 9, 2020

A closer look at superconductors

A new measuring method called Higgs spectroscopy helps understand the dynamics of paired electrons in superconductors, revealing typical precursors of superconductivity even above the critical temperature. The technique uses a multi-cyclic terahertz pulse to excite Higgs oscillations and measure them precisely.

SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 7, 2020

Graphene mapping 50 times faster

Researchers at UT University have developed an algorithm that improves Raman spectroscopy's signal-to-noise ratio, allowing for faster graphene mapping. The technique can also be applied to other two-dimensional materials, such as germanene and silicene.

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateFeb 6, 2020

Fluorescence spectroscopy helps to evaluate meat quality

Scientists developed a new method to evaluate meat quality using fluorescence spectroscopy, which is precise in classifying meat into standard quality categories. The method detects specific compounds that emit light of a specific frequency range, agreeing with the assumption that connective and adipose tissue make meat more tender.

SourceSechenov University·JournalJournal of Biophotonics·DateDec 18, 2019

Empty spaces, how do they make a protein unstable?

Researchers used NMR spectroscopy and hydrostatic pressure to study the impact of internal cavities on protein stability. They found that filling these cavities with water destabilizes the protein, which has significant implications for industrial enzymes and biological drugs.

SourceAarhus University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateOct 14, 2019