Surface enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) Substrates

Trace detection in seconds

PPB-level detection

Nikalyte Gold and Silver Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) substrates are fabricated in vacuum using our signature  gas aggregation technique. In contrast to chemically synthesized nanoparticles, Nikalyte nanoparticles are ultra-pure, and are hydrocarbon free. The paper based substrates are easy to handle and ideally suited for field testing or laboratory use. Simply apply your test analyte and measure immediately, no drying required.

Nikalyte has supplied SERS substrates to large number of  academic and industrial groups globally, working in Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, Narcotics, Forensics, Environmental Monitoring, Food Safety, in addition to field users working in border control, police force and first responders.

Key Features

  • Ultra-Sensitive Detection: Identify analytes at parts-per-billion levels, surpassing standard Raman methods.
  • Enhanced Signal: Boosts Raman signals by up to 1000 times.
  • High Specificity: High signal-to-noise ratio for accurate identification of similar molecules.
  • Versatile and User-Friendly: Suitable for both laboratory and fieldwork, enabling real-time data collection.

Custom SERS

For Bespoke SERS coatings, please consult our R&D team.

Publications

This study shows the capabilities of the Agilent Resolve with Nikalyte Gold SERS substrates for the trace detection of fentanyl analogs in street drug samples. Read more..

In this study, the Agilent Resolve was used with Nikalyte Gold SERS substrates for the
trace detection of fentanyl analogs and other narcotics. Read more..

In this study, Wasatch Photonics Raman systems designed with an integrated laser (WP-785-SR-25 and WP-830-SR-50) test Nikalyte SERS for 2 different wavelengths, and their take on Colloidal SERS Vs Dry SERS. Read more..

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