Spore Detection

NASA to develop biohazard 'smoke' detector

Published in TB and Outbreaks Week, December 3rd, 2002

Researchers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, California, have demonstrated a prototype device that automatically and continuously monitors the air for the presence of bacterial spores.

The result is a novel alarm capability reminiscent of smoke detectors.

Current methods for detecting bacterial spores, such as anthrax, require a trained operator. The large number of trained monitors required, with associated costs, limits widespread implementation of these methods.

"Having a technician continuously monitor the air for spores is like having the fire department live at your house to ensure that there is no fire," said...

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