Researchers wearing masks in lab (IMAGE) University of Göttingen Caption Detecting pathogens without taking samples: this could be possible in the future with carbon nanotubes developed by a team led by Professor Sebastian Kruß (right) and Robert Nißler. Credit Alexander Spreinat Usage Restrictions None 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.