Surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) substrates exhibiting uniform high enhancement and stability
US7450227B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 20, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB82Y40/00
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An improved substrate for Raman spectroscopy of an analyte comprises a porous metal film. Enhancement factors and uniformity of the substrate can be enhanced by electrochemical roughening of the film. Improved sensors and spectrometers using such substrates are also described.
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