Richard van Duyne (academic)

Richard van Duyne is a renowned chemist known for developing advanced techniques in surface science, particularly surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS). This method allows scientists to detect and analyze tiny amounts of molecules by amplifying their vibrational signals when they are near specially prepared surfaces. His work has significantly improved our ability to identify chemicals at very low concentrations, which is important in areas like medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and security. Van Duyne's research has advanced understanding of how molecules interact with surfaces, helping to develop sensitive and precise analytical tools.