biosensor

American

[bahy-oh-sen-ser, -sawr, bahy-oh-sen-] / ˌbaɪ oʊˈsɛn sər, -sɔr, ˈbaɪ oʊˌsɛn- /

noun

a device that senses and transmits information about a biological process, as blood pressure, of an individual under observation.

Etymology

Origin of biosensor

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More than just pork, any meat product can be evaluated by this biosensor.

From Science Daily • Feb. 20, 2024

Their biosensor design uses common components, such as widely available glucose testing strips and the open-source hardware-software platform Arduino.

From Science Daily • Feb. 13, 2024

Given that physical measurement methods are not very energy-efficient, a biosensor could be a great alternative.

From Science Daily • Jan. 12, 2024

The biosensor can also transmit the results wirelessly to a laptop or smartphone.

From Science Daily • Nov. 13, 2023

"Previously, the biosensor component would have messed up the plant's ability to grow toward light or stop using water when stressed. This won't."

From Science Daily • Oct. 23, 2023

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