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Simple wood makes advanced sensors

Nov 5, 2025 • By Catherine Meyers

A research team from the Center for Advanced Sensor Technology recently debuted a new environmental sensor made out of simple balsa wood sheets. The sensor is inexpensive and sustainable. It can detect nitrate levels with an accuracy comparable to much more expensive devices.

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