SENSING TECHNOLOGIES

Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

New ways science helps keep food safe from hidden allergens

Food allergies aren’t just annoying—they can be dangerous, especially in countries where food is highly processed. Right now, no medicine can cure these allergies. The only real protection is knowing what’s in your food. Missing labels on packaged items often cause accidents, putting people at risk

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Dec 01 2025SCIENCE

Smart Sponges for Food Safety: The Rise of MOF Sensors

Food safety is a big deal. Harmful substances called mycotoxins can sneak into food. They cause health problems and cost a lot of money. Detecting them is tricky. Old methods are precise but need lots of prep work, fancy tools, and experts. This is where metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) come in. MOFs

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