Spartan Cube by Spartan Bioscience Approved for COVID-19 Testing Use
Spartan Bioscience (Ottowa, Canada) recently obtained Health Canada approval for use of the Spartan Cube, reportedly the world’s smallest DNA analyzer, for COVID-19 testing.
Spartan Bioscience (Ottowa, Canada) recently obtained Health Canada approval for use of the Spartan Cube, reportedly the world’s smallest DNA analyzer, for COVID-19 testing. The Cube provides rapid DNA results, with sample-to-result time reportedly available in less than one hour.
Iridian Spectral Technologies, a diversified optical filter manufacturer for application in the fields of fiber optic communications, biomedical optical spectroscopy, 3D entertainment, and aerospace, has supplied optical filters to support the increased production of the Spartan Cube. The company is dedicated to continued support of Spartan Bioscience and its ongoing needs in helping to fight the global pandemic.
Illuminating Robotics and the Role of Optical Sensors in Continuum Robots
March 19th 2025A recent review published in Sensors explores the dynamic field of continuum robotics, with a particular focus on the advances in optical sensing technologies. The study, led by researchers from the Technical University of Košice and the University of Texas at Austin, highlights the dominance of optical fiber sensors in tracking robotic shape perception and environmental interactions, demonstrating spectroscopic applications and future potential.
Assessing Milk Protein Stability Using ATR-FT-IR Spectroscopy
March 18th 2025A study published in the International Journal of Dairy Technology by lead author Mark A. Fenelon and his team at Teagasc Food Research Centre and University College Dublin demonstrates that ATR-FT-IR spectroscopy can effectively monitor heat-induced structural changes in milk proteins and colloidal calcium phosphate, offering valuable insights for optimizing dairy product stability and quality.
