Creating a portable device to quickly diagnose various diseases
Development of a Portable Ion Mobility Spectrometer For Efficient Diagnosis of Various Diseases
This study is working on a handy device that can quickly and accurately detect signs of diseases like Alzheimer's and antibiotic resistance, making it easier for doctors to diagnose patients, especially in places where regular tests might take too long or cost too much.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Auburn University at Auburn NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Auburn, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886059 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a portable ion mobility spectrometer that can efficiently identify biomarkers associated with various diseases, including Alzheimer's and antibiotic resistance. The innovative device utilizes a new variant of Structures for Lossless Ion Manipulations (SLIM) to achieve high-resolution ion mobility separations without the need for prior sample preparation. By enabling rapid and accurate diagnosis, this technology aims to improve patient outcomes, particularly in resource-limited settings where traditional diagnostic methods may be slow or costly.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing symptoms of Alzheimer's disease or other conditions that require rapid diagnostic testing.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not involve the biomarkers targeted by this research may not receive any benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster and more accurate diagnoses of diseases, improving recovery rates and reducing hospital stays.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using ion mobility spectrometry for disease diagnosis, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Auburn, UNITED STATES
- Auburn University at Auburn — Auburn, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hamid, Ahmed Mohamed — Auburn University at Auburn
- Study coordinator: Hamid, Ahmed Mohamed
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 below.