Developing portable diagnostic technologies for point-of-care testing
Administrative Core
This study is working on developing easy-to-use, portable tests that can quickly diagnose health issues, especially during emergencies like COVID-19, to help doctors and patients get the answers they need right away.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10928735 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on advancing point-of-care (POC) diagnostic technologies, particularly microsystems diagnostics that utilize microchip-enabled tests. The project aims to enhance the clinical adoption of these technologies by assisting inventors in defining clinical needs, validating their technologies, and refining them for practical use. By leveraging the expertise of top-ranked clinical programs and engineering resources, the research seeks to create portable, sensitive, and efficient diagnostic tools that can be used in various healthcare settings, especially during public health crises like COVID-19.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients who require rapid and accurate diagnostic testing, particularly in emergency or outpatient settings.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not require point-of-care diagnostics or those who are not in need of rapid testing may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more accessible and efficient diagnostic tools that improve patient care and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in the development of microsystems diagnostics, indicating a potential for success in this innovative approach.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lam, Wilbur a — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Lam, Wilbur a
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.