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biosensor

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

noun

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


Etymology

Origin of biosensor

bio- + sensor

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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

Kudos to the research team for developing a novel biosensor that finds use in monitoring and safeguarding our freshwater ecosystems!

From Science Daily Nov. 2, 2023

Mr. Trang Nakamoto and Mr. Dung Nakamoto, both from the College of Science and Engineering, contributed to the biosensor development.

From Science Daily Nov. 2, 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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