Vol 30 No 9 Spectroscopy September 2015 Regular Issue PDF

Near-infrared spectroscopy was recently used to estimate sweetness and total soluble solids content in cherry tomatoes.

Tip-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (TERS) employs localized surface plasmon resonance at the apex of a sharp scanning probe microscopy tip to overcome the diffraction limit inherent in conventional Raman spectroscopy, allowing researchers the ability to access spatial resolutions down to the nanometer scale. This technique has established itself as a powerful tool in nanoscale chemical analysis, delivering previously unachieved spatial resolution with superior molecular sensitivity and chemical specificity.

Hyperspectral imaging was recently used to characterize chicken breast affected by myopathies, which can affect their texture and quality.

A study by researchers at Universidad de Talca in Chile explores the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and remote sensing to modernize modern farming. The research highlights how these technologies optimize resource use, improve crop yields, and promote sustainable agricultural practices.