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A high school sophomore is seeking guidance on developing non-invasive toxin detection methods through spectroscopy. They have researched various techniques, including MRI, NMRS, NIRS, and general spectroscopy, but are unsure how to proceed. The discussion highlights the potential of Raman Scattering for toxin detection due to its sensitivity to molecular configuration. The student is also focused on advancing their math and physics knowledge to support their project. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of foundational understanding in pursuing advanced scientific research.
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Hello,

I'm currently a sophomore in high school and am interested in working on something to find methods of completely non-invasive toxin detection which I don't see out right now. I've noted that this is done by interpreting the spectra of different materials which could contain the pathogens/toxins and have read multiple papers/articles on MRI/NMRS, NIRS, and general spectroscopy but am not sure how to continue. I have also finished self studying trigonometry and pre-calculus, and hope to get through univariate calculus and my AP Physics B textbook by the end of the break. I also hope to enter the Intel Science Talent Search and Siemens Competition. Is anyone able to lend some guidance/assistance?

Thank you,
Sato
 
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Welcome to the Physics Forums! Good work pursuing education in your own time. Do you have a specific question?

I have heard of a type of scattering that is theoretically applicable for toxin detection. I think its called Raman Scattering since it is sensitive to molecular configuration.
 
Thank you, I'll take a look at that (after learning how to read Feynman diagrams, and reading seemingly prerequisite articles so I understand what the Raman Scattering article is even about).
 
It seems that the DHS has caught on to that.
 
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