Alexander Chilton

Alexander has a BSc in Physics from the University of Sheffield. After graduating, he spent two years working in Sheffield for a large UK-based law firm, before relocating back to the North West and joining the editorial team at AZoNetwork. Alexander is particularly interested in the history and philosophy of science, as well as science communication.

Outside of work, Alexander can often be found at gigs, record shopping or watching Crewe Alexandra trying to avoid relegation to League Two.

Articles from Alexander

New Graphene Sensor for Protein and Drug Molecule Detection

Researchers at EPFL and ICFO have designed a graphene sensor capable of detecting molecules such as drugs and proteins. This device is the first of its kind to harness the unique optical and electronic properties of graphene for a practical application.

13 Jul 2015

Using Defect Sensors to Detect Signaling Problems on Train Lines

Trains are a key mode of transport in most developed countries around the world.

22 Oct 2014

The Working Principle and Key Applications of Infrared Sensors

An infrared sensor is an electronic instrument that is used to sense certain characteristics of its surroundings by either emitting and/or detecting infrared radiation.

15 Oct 2014

Altibase Combines In-Memory Analytics, CEP and Hadoop Connector for Effective Sensor Data Processing

Altibase has integrated Big Data adapter and hybrid architecture for addressing sensor data processing problems in its In-Memory database.

2 Sep 2014

Mass Spectrometer Helps Identify Unique ‘Smell’ of Infectious C-diff Bacteria

Researchers at the University of Leicester have developed an ‘electronic nose’ that can rapidly detect the bug Clostridium difficile (C-diff).

2 Sep 2014

Wide Range of Sensor Technologies for Simulated Nuclear Inspection Exercise in Jordan

A team of 40 technicians and scientists from different countries, armed with a wide range of sensor technologies, will participate in an elaborate on-site simulated inspection on the Dead Sea banks, which is a suspect nuclear test site.

2 Sep 2014

NASA Radar System Surveys Quake Area in Napa Valley

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California has developed a sophisticated radar system for aero-survey of the quake area in the Napa Valley.

2 Sep 2014

Binghamton Physicist Receives Grant to Develop Sophisticated Sensors for Rapid Detection of Dangerous Materials

The National Science Foundation has awarded a $500,000 grant to Stephen Levy, an assistant professor of physics at the Binghamton University, for research that may potentially lead to development of complex sensors that can rapidly detect even small quantities of hazardous materials.

2 Sep 2014