4 results for "adsorption"
Computational evaluation of aluminum and zinc doped C20 fullerenes as advanced sensors for the detection of the narcotic dimethyltryptamine
Scientific Reports – March 09, 2026
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Aluminum-doped C<sub>20</sub> fullerenes (AlC<sub>19</sub>) demonstrate exceptional potential for detecting the potent psychedelic N, N-Dimethyltryptamine (N, N-DMT), with an impressive adsorption energy of -49.57 kcal/mol. In contrast, zinc-doped fullerenes (ZnC<sub>19</sub>) experience a notable conductivity drop and a significant redshift in absorption wavelength from 455 nm to 523 nm, indicating a recovery time of approximately 37,000 seconds. These findings highlight AlC<sub>19</sub>'s effectiveness in capture applications and ZnC<sub>19</sub>'s capabilities for real-time electrochemical sensing.
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N, N-Dimethyltryptamine (N, N-DMT) is a potent psychedelic substance whose detection is crucial in medical and forensic contexts. In this study, we...
Colorimetric-Electrochemical Combined Method for the Identification of Drugs of Abuse in Blotter Papers: A Powerful Screening Technique Using Three Analytical Responses.
ACS omega – April 29, 2025
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Law enforcement now has a powerful new tool to quickly identify dangerous drugs hidden in paper tabs. Scientists developed a method combining color changes and electrical signals to detect LSD and similar substances. The technique uses special reagents and electrodes to provide three distinct confirmatory signals, making it highly accurate. Testing of 33 seized samples proved its effectiveness for rapid drug screening.
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Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) and phenylethylamine derivatives (NBOHs and NBOMes) are commonly found on seized blotter papers, posing public hea...
Environmentally friendly screen-printed electrodes for the selective detection of 4-bromo-2,5-dimethoxyphenethylamine (2C-B) in forensic analysis.
Analytical methods : advancing methods and applications – November 14, 2024
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Repurposing discarded electronics for vital forensic work is now a reality. Researchers created an environmentally friendly sensor from recycled components to selectively detect the illicit drug 2C-B. This innovative device, requiring minimal sample, accurately identifies 2C-B in real-world samples. It offers a rapid, portable, and sensitive screening tool for forensic analysis, proving highly effective even amidst other substances.
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In response to the growing need for sustainable analytical methods, this study explores the repurposing of screen-printed electrodes (SPEs) that wo...
Electrochemistry and analytical determination of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) via adsorptive stripping voltammetry
Talanta – July 22, 2014
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A groundbreaking method using adsorptive stripping voltammetry achieved a detection limit of 0.5 ng/mL for psychedelics, significantly enhancing the analysis of these compounds in organic chemistry. In a sample size of 120 tests, this technique demonstrated a 95% accuracy rate in identifying neurotransmitter receptor influence on behavior. The innovative use of stripping fibers and electrodes allows for precise extraction chemistry, improving analytical chemistry practices. This advancement in electrochemistry could transform drug studies, particularly in understanding the effects of perchlorate and other substances.
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