A device to quickly detect gluten in food.
Official title: A rapid, low-cost, point-of-consumption detection device for gluten in food.
Funded at Allergy Amulet, INC. · NIH-10761510 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a handy device that helps people with gluten-related disorders quickly check if their food is safe to eat by detecting gluten, so they can enjoy meals without worrying about contamination.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Allergy Amulet, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project start | July 27, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $157,669 |
| NIH project number | 1R43AI179366-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10761510 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with gluten-related disorders, such as celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without gluten-related disorders or those who do not consume gluten-containing foods may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a portable device that can quickly and accurately detect gluten in various food items. It aims to provide individuals with gluten-related disorders a reliable tool to ensure their food is safe from gluten contamination. The device will utilize an electrochemical sensing platform to analyze food samples, allowing users to test meals prepared by others and reduce anxiety about potential gluten exposure. The project will validate the technology against a wide range of foods to ensure its effectiveness.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance food safety for individuals with gluten sensitivities by providing them with a reliable method to detect gluten in their meals.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research has shown promise in developing food detection technologies, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Allergy Amulet, INC.
Madison, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Frayne, Stephen — Allergy Amulet, INC.
- Study coordinator: Frayne, Stephen
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.