July 14, 2026 4:25 PM

Indian scientists develop ultra-sensitive wearable ammonia sensor for real-time toxic gas detection

Scientists at the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), Bengaluru, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have developed an advanced ammonia sensor capable of detecting toxic gas at extremely low concentrations while operating efficiently at room temperature. The breakthrough technology is expected to improve workplace safety, environmental monitoring and public health by enabling portable, self-powered and wearable devices that can detect hazar...