DEMO-Multi-WAP

Demonstration of Multi-WAP results leading to novel, validated multiplexed, label-free fiberoptic biosensor array system for waterborne pathogen detection

The aim of DEMO-Multi-WAP is to bring to the market a device and ready-to-use test kits ('plug & play' cartridges) for waterborne pathogens detection. The platform is a multiplexed, rapid, label-free, and real-time method for continuous monitoring of multiple waterborne pathogens present in water samples at low cost and high sensitivity (>90%).

Objectives

• To develop marketable, improved products through successful demonstration of Multi-WAP platform with robustness and reliability complying with EU directives.
• Performance evaluation testing with minimum 300 samples, achieving sensitivity of more than 90%.
• Development and validation of prototype device and ready-to-use test kits for waterborne pathogens detection.

Both disposable sensor cartridges and the optoelectronic device are directly linked to the Multi-WAP project. Apart from relying on existing antibodies at Lionex, the consortium investigates and produces stable biofunctionalized plasma-treated and silanized fibers to boost performance.

Partners

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM), ChemBioSens Pvt Ltd (India), Institut für Oberflächentechnik (IOT) TU Braunschweig, and Lionex GmbH (coordinator).

Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Mahavir Singh, Lionex GmbH