Rapid chemical profiling of ecstasy tablets using portable near-infrared spectroscopy for forensic intelligence and early response applications.
Forensic Science International October 8, 2026 Marina Charest, Emilia Gianola, Lucas Jaquet et al.
Chemical profiling of illicit drugs has traditionally relied on laboratory-based techniques such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Recent developments in portable drug testing devices have facilitated the decentralization of forensic capabilities, enabling field users to obtain rapid results. In this study, portable near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy was evaluated for the chemical...
DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2026.113156 (opens in new tab)
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MDMA
Gas chromatography
Nir spectroscopy
Harm reduction
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