Read our latest article in #biomacromolecules: [ Ссылка ]

In this ambitious FinnCERES project, a multidisciplinary team of scientists from VTT and Aalto University is developing fast, highly sensitive, and selective small molecule sensors that can detect drugs with incredible precision.

The key ingredients in this technology is the combination of #carbonnanoparticles with bio-based #nanocellulose. The nanocellulose helps to disperse the carbon nanotubes which in turn makes a huge boost on small molecule detection.
This innovative approach enables the detection of toxic drug molecules in ultra-low quantities, potentially saving lives by providing timely intervention.

The combination of these materials not only offer exceptional sensitivity but also high selectivity, addressing a significant challenge in the field.
While existing methods struggle to detect drugs at extremely low concentrations fast, carbon nanotubes and nanocellulose sensors have achieved fast detection in the nanomolar range.

Beyond medical use, the potential of this technology extends to areas like gas sensing and wastewater treatment. This technology could lead in fact to a solutions where antibiotic residues can be detected in wastewater, enriched, and degraded before they reach our oceans.

You can read the full publications here: [ Ссылка ]

Authors: Touko Liljeström, Katri Kontturi, Vasuki Durairaj, Niklas Wester, Tekla Tammelin, Tomi Laurila, and Jari Koskinen

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American Chemical Society

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