Toward a Faster, More Efficient Way to Sniff Out Explosives
Wednesday, December 9, 2015 - 14:45
in Physics & Chemistry
Explosives detection is important for ensuring the safety of public spaces, transportation and water systems, but it can be challenging to carry out. Now scientists report in the journal ACS Nano a new step toward a more efficient monitoring method that uses quantum dots to quickly sniff out and identify five dangerous compounds, including the powerful explosive hidden in "shoe bomber" Richard Reid's footwear.