June 30, 2005 — Nanomix Inc., an Emeryville, Calif., company commercializing a line of nanoelectronic detection devices for industrial and biomedical applications, announced the release of a second detection device based on its Sensation technology platform.

The Nanoelectronic Detection System is a stand-alone hydrogen detector featuring ultra-low power usage and high specificity. The company is targeting lab applications and point-of-use detection of hydrogen required in various industries. The device is designed to detect accidental accumulation of highly explosive hydrogen gas and alarm when hazardous levels have been reached.