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Revolutionary Technique Detects Honey Adulteration with 96% Accuracy

8/5/2025

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Bangladeshi scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking non-destructive technique that harnesses UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy and machine learning to detect honey adulteration. This innovative method accurately identifies common adulterants, such as sugar syrup and glucose, in various honey types, achieving over 96% accuracy. It promises a scalable solution to safeguard honey quality and protect consumers across Bangladesh.

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Bangladeshi scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking non-destructive technique that harnesses UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy and machine learning to detect honey adulteration. This innovative method accurately identifies common adulterants, such as sugar syrup and glucose, in various honey types, achieving over 96% accuracy. It promises a scalable solution to safeguard honey quality and protect consumers across Bangladesh.