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Briefing
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- Biosensor for Zika and Dengue – Startup SMK Diagnostics developed sensor that can test biological sample from mosquito for diseases, such as Zika and dengue, in less than one hour instead of one week or longer with other technologies
- Benefits – Include earlier and faster detection, which can allow more timely intervention from government, saving lives, at lower cost than other methods
- How It Works – Electrode in device binds to RNA of virus, changing its surface resistance, and conveying when virus is present
- Application – Deploying sensor in mosquito populated environments can help trace source of viruses and keep them from spreading
- Next Steps – Raise funds to build prototype and drive technology development forward
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Accelerator
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Sector
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Healthcare/Health Sciences
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Organization
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SMK Diagnostics LLC
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Source
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Original Publication Date
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July 12, 2018
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