The startup has developed a portable genetic analyzer that utilizes a novel technique for rapid pathogen detection, isolation, amplification, and interpretation of results directly on-site. This device enables veterinarians to diagnose bacterial and viral diseases in food, water, plants, and soil within minutes, allowing for timely monitoring and damage prevention.
Funding
$260K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional PCR-based pathogen detection methods often require specialized laboratory equipment, trained personnel, and significant processing time, making on-site diagnostics challenging, especially in agri-food and veterinary settings. The need for sample transport to centralized labs can delay critical interventions and increase the risk of contamination or spoilage.
Solution
Bioaccure offers PCR.smart™, a compact, portable genetic analyzer designed for rapid, on-site pathogen detection in the agri-food and veterinary industries. This device integrates DNA isolation, amplification, detection, and result interpretation into a single unit, providing results in under 90 minutes. Utilizing a patented heating, measuring, and detection system, PCR.smart™ performs real-time PCR, qPCR, and LAMP assays directly at the point of sample collection, eliminating the need for sample transportation and cold storage of test kits. The open platform supports a wide range of applications, including plant and animal diseases, water and food safety, and other areas where rapid threat detection is crucial.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes professionals in the agricultural industry, food manufacturers and distributors, food inspectors, farmers, veterinarians, agricultural consultants, and diagnostic laboratories.
Features
- Compact, portable design for on-site testing
- Integrated DNA isolation, amplification, detection, and interpretation
- Patented heating, measuring, and detection system
- Real-time PCR, qPCR, and LAMP capabilities
- Multiplexing: 4 reaction slots, each with 4 detection channels, enabling detection of up to 16 pathogens in one cycle
- Open platform compatible with various biological materials (water, soil, food, plants, etc.)
- Intuitive three-step process: sample preparation, PCR reaction, and result interpretation
- Cloud-based forecasting platform for aggregating pathogen presence data to enrich existing forecasting models