Nano-graphitic carbon micro-sensors detect dopamine (IMAGE)

NYU Tandon School of Engineering

Nano-graphitic carbon micro-sensors detect dopamine

Caption

Planar micro-sensors using a carbon nanomaterial called nano-graphitic carbon, developed by NYU Tandon researcher Davood Shahrjerdi, became more sensitive in response to dopamine molecules when operation voltage was reduced, a surprising discovery.

Credit

Davood Shahrjerdi, Ph.D.

Usage Restrictions

For use only by registered members of the press.

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.