Point‑of‑Care Visual Biosensor Chip (Microfluidic Diagnostic Assembly, Tech ID: 15‑024)
Technology Overview: This NJIT technology is a consumable, chip‑based microfluidic diagnostic assembly designed for rapid, point‑of‑screening detection of human diseases and pathogens. The thumb‑sized device integrates continuous‑flow micro/nanofluidic channels with antibody immunocomplex designs that yield a direct “all‑or‑none” visual readout—eliminating external readers for many screening scenarios. The assembly is optimized for straightforward use, portability, and manufacturability in population‑scale screening.
Industry Pain Point: Many rapid tests either require ancillary readers, complex multistep workflows, or trained staff, which increases cost and limits deployment in resource‑constrained or field settings.
NJIT Solution: Provide an integrated, self‑contained microfluidic chip that converts immuno‑binding events into an immediate visual signal under continuous flow—streamlining operations and enabling low‑infrastructure screening.
Key Features & Advantages
- Consumable micro/nanofluidic chip with direct visual readout (reader‑free in many use cases).
- Continuous‑flow architecture for robust, controlled sample handling.
- Designed for population screening workflows and simplified training.
Development Stage: TRL 4–5 – Laboratory validation.
Target Markets
- Point‑of‑care diagnostics & population screening
- Infectious disease and oncology screening panels
- Emergency response & low‑resource health settings
Commercial & IP Details
Inventors: Eon Soo Lee; Bharath Babu Nunna; K. Stephen Suh