Pocket-sized device rivals bulky lab machinery in disease and environmental testing

May 31, 2026 - 22:55
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Pocket-sized device rivals bulky lab machinery in disease and environmental testing
In a major advancement for decentralized health care and environmental monitoring, researchers at Kumamoto University have successfully developed a palm-sized, battery-powered spectrophotometer that matches the performance of massive commercial laboratory equipment. Published in Sensing and Bio-Sensing Research, the study reveals a 99% reduction in device volume without sacrificing accuracy, paving the way for instant, onsite testing in hospitals, agricultural fields, and remote waterways.

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