Advance Toward An 'Electronic Tongue' With A Taste For Sweets
Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - 00:14
in Mathematics & Economics
In an advance toward an "electronic tongue," scientists are reporting development of a disposable, low-cost sensor that is capable of quickly and accurately identifying 14 common sweeteners based on easy-to-read color changes. The sensor could be used as a quality control device for use in the food and beverage industry, they say.