nanoRETE
Real-Time Pathogen Detection
Rapid. Sensitive. Easy to operate.
Handheld device generates results in about an hour
nanoRETE, Inc. is a Michigan-based company that provides real-time detection of pathogens using customized nanoparticle biosensors. The company has developed a platform that has the ability to test for numerous pathogens (anthrax, E. Coli, salmonella, tuberculosis, etc.) using a simple-to-use handheld device which generates screening results in about one hour.
Currently, biohazards cannot be “field tested” because pathogens must be cultured and developed in a lab, away from the hazard source. This weakness means that pathogens can only be confirmed after the fact.
nanoRETE’s X-MARKTM solution can test for multiple pathogens in the field, in real-time, representing a significant leap forward in technology.
Handheld Point-of-Care Biosensors
nanoRETE develops field-operable nanoparticle-based biosensors for the rapid diagnosis of infections disease agents which are of concern to public health, homeland defense, food supply chain, and economic infrastructures. Our custom biosensor systems provide unique advantages over competitive technology:Rapid Detection with High Sensitivity
Our bio-barcode technology allows for high amplification similar to PCR, but detection time is less than one hour rather than a day or more.
Multiplex Detection
Ability to perform detection of multiple pathogens in the same sample, since different MPTs show non-overlappping stripping behavior in square wave anodic stripping voltammetry (SWASV).
Portability
The screen-printed carbon electrode allows the system to be miniaturized to work with a handheld sensor that enables point-of-care applications.
We are also taking applications for a Senior Device Development Scientist. To learn more, download the Senior Device Development Scientist (PDF) posted April 2012.