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02. Oct 2025

Understanding Classification Problems: Theory to Real-World applications with NIRLAB

When we talk about classification problems, we’re essentially asking a model to decide: “Which group does this item belong to?” Unlike prediction problems that estimate continuous values, classification focuses on discrete categories, such as whether a product is genuine or counterfeit, or whether a plant is ready to harvest or

Agro On-Demand Solutions Other

01. Dec 2025

Instant Ingredient Verification with Portable NIR

Raw material identification is vital for quality and safety in agribusiness, especially in food and beverage. In a world where ingredients travel across continents, and supply chains grow more complex, verifying the true identity and composition of every shipment of flour, spices, meat, oilseeds, or dairy powders isn’t just a

Academic Papers Other Science

14. Nov 2025

Critical On-Site Detection of Explosive Precursors

Homemade explosives (HMEs) are attractive to criminals and terrorists due to accessible online recipes, readily available equipment, and the ease of obtaining precursor materials. To counter this, EU Regulation 2019/1148 restricts access to high concentrations of “Restricted Precursors” and monitors sales of “Reportable Explosives Precursors”. Classification as an explosive precursor

Narcotics

30. Oct 2025

What Is Pink Cocaine (Tusi)? The Hidden Dangers

The Rise of Pink Cocaine Pink cocaine, a synthetic designer drug, has recently attracted media attention and scientific attention, especially when it comes to its associated dangers. However, the reality is that this drug is neither new nor is it cocaine; it contains a blend of various existing substances and

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16. Oct 2025

How Light Uncovers Coffee’s Hidden Story

The morning sun in Campos Altos is sharp, cutting across rows of coffee trees heavy with cherries. A grower kneels, scoops up a handful of soil and lets it crumble through her fingers. She knows, as generations before her did, that healthy soil is the foundation of good coffee. But