Application of UV-Vis-NIR Spectroscopy in Nanomaterials Research
Oct 27, 2026
Xingchen Ye
Low-cost optical sensing for healthcare
Analytical Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering and conference by The Royal Society
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London, United Kingdom · Hybrid
The Royal Society
About
This scientific discussion meeting asks which nanoscale optical sensing approaches can deliver affordable, information-rich healthcare measurements. Its focus is continuous biochemical monitoring beyond conventional physiological wearables and diagnostic sensors.
The programme examines interferometric biomarker detection, surface-enhanced Raman assays, nanophotonic sensing and translation toward practical diagnostic tools, comparing modalities and their potential for use across healthcare settings. Jeremy Baumberg and Duncan Graham organize the meeting; programme participants include Selim Ünlü, Karen Faulds and Jennifer Dionne.
Sessions take place on 9–10 November 2026, 09:00–17:00 GMT (Europe/London, UTC+0), at the Royal Society, 6–9 Carlton House Terrace, London, with online attendance also available. The meeting is intended for researchers working in relevant fields. Advance registration is required; choose a free online or in-person ticket on the event-specific Eventbrite page. Optional lunch costs GBP 25 per day.
A poster session is planned for 9 November. Poster proposals are due by 9 October and may be accepted on a rolling basis, subject to capacity. The scientific programme may change.
Topics
- nanoscale optical sensing
- continuous biochemical monitoring
- physiological wearables
- diagnostic sensors
- interferometric biomarker detection
- surface-enhanced Raman assays
- nanophotonic sensing
- practical diagnostic tools
- healthcare measurements
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