Light-Based Sensing: Unveiling Biomolecules with Nanophonics
Seeing the Unseen: Nanophotonics Revolutionizes Biomolecule Detection The world of science is constantly pushing boundaries, seeking ever-smaller ways to understand and interact with our universe. One exciting frontier lies in the realm of nanophotonics, where light interacts with matter at the nanoscale, opening up incredible possibilities for sensing and detection. What are Nanophotonic Sensors? Imagine a sensor so sensitive it can detect a single molecule – that's the power of nanophotonic sensors. These devices harness the unique properties of light to interact with biomolecules, allowing us to identify and quantify even trace amounts of biological material. At their core, nanophotonic sensors exploit the wave-like nature of light. By manipulating light at the nanoscale using specially designed structures like photonic crystals...