In this project, we are working on adapting and improving current SECM techniques for use on cells and neurons.

The first technique we are looking at is a dual-barrelled carbon nanoprobe (DBCNP) which combines scanning electrochemical microscopy with scanning ion conductance microscopy. This gives the advantage of measuring the electrochemical activity of a surface of interest, while using a non-contact method of constant height control.

SEM image of DBCNP