BioSens8 engineers novel, quantitative, real-time, and continuous biosensors by mining microbes for sensor development. The platform rapidly discovers and optimizes microbes to create specialized wearable health monitors. This technology provides users with continuous physiological data beyond standard glucose monitoring.
Funding
$100K 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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Product
Problem
Current health monitoring solutions often rely on infrequent, reactive measurements, failing to provide continuous, real-time insights into an individual's physiological state. Traditional methods, particularly for hormone monitoring, can be invasive, expensive, and inconvenient, hindering proactive health management and personalized clinical decision-making. Existing wearable sensors are often limited to basic metrics like glucose, lacking the ability to monitor a broader range of biomarkers.
Solution
BioSens8 is developing a platform for continuous, real-time health monitoring through novel microbial-based biosensors. The platform leverages engineered microbes to create quantitative sensors that extend beyond traditional glucose measurements, offering insights into various health metrics. These biosensors are designed for integration into wearable devices, providing non-invasive and continuous monitoring of key biomarkers. By mining microbes, BioSens8 aims to rapidly discover, optimize, and deploy new sensors, enabling personalized health management and proactive clinical interventions. The technology aims to empower individuals to own their health by providing unprecedented access to their body's data.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals seeking proactive health management, women's health companies focused on fertility and hormone tracking, and healthcare providers aiming to improve patient outcomes through continuous monitoring and personalized interventions.
Features
- Microbial-based biosensors for continuous, real-time monitoring
- Non-invasive wearable integration for patient comfort and convenience
- Capability to monitor a wide range of biomarkers beyond glucose
- Rapid sensor discovery and optimization platform for expanding the range of measurable health metrics
- Potential applications in women's health monitoring, including fertility hormone tracking
- Data analytics and visualization tools for personalized health insights
- Wireless data transmission for seamless integration with mobile devices and healthcare systems