Competition Title: Technology Strategy Board CR&D Competition Project Title: Novel Use of Aptamers and UV Area Imaging for Disease Detection Lead Organisation: Paraytec Total Grant Awarded: £149,632
This project brings together the innovative detection technology of Paraytec Ltd with the target recognition technology provided by Aptamer Diagnostic Ltd to create the next generation of detection instruments. These novel platforms will allow rapid field and point-of-care diagnosis based on multiplex detection of markers of disease or contamination. Simultaneous detection of multiple markers will reduce the ambiguity associated with diagnostic systems which look for single markers. It will also save both time and expense associated with routine laboratory based sample screening, allowing them to focus on samples where more detailed analysis is required.
we can employ aptamers in the fight against COVID-19.
Aptamers are commonly referred to as chemical antibodies; however, aptamers are quicker to develop and inexpensive to synthesize meaning we can develop tests, faster and more cost effectively, allowing us to get them into the hands of people who need them sooner!
At, Aptamer Group Ltd, our scientists are continuously working to develop an aptamer binder selective for the spike protein in SARS CoV-2 which we expect to complete in 3-4 weeks. Our aim is to work this into a point-of-use test for the detection of virus itself, and have a proof-of-concept in two months. Please contact us using the form below if you would like more information and if this is something that you’d like to get involved in.
RE: Woah, the whole teams turning up...4 May 2020 11:19
Pdub - it is also worth pointing out that due to the weaker ZAR:USD rate the ZAR 375m facility when converted to dollars is $5m lower than when agreed? A gain to BMN!