British Ministry of Defence scientist develops multiple substance detector

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In war and disaster, ignorance can be deadly, so it’s important that soldiers and first responders get the information they need as quickly as possible. Dr. Peter White, a scientist with Britain's Ministry of Defence, has invented a handheld device that makes collecting samples and carrying out tests in the field much simpler and faster than previously possible. Developed at the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), the Integrated Multiplex Assay and Sampling System (IMASS) can collect samples of and detect eight different substances simultaneously... Continue Reading British Ministry of Defence scientist develops multiple substance detector

Section: Military

Tags: Detection, Security, Terrorism

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