The startup develops laboratory analysis and diagnostics technology that enhances the capabilities of basic laboratory equipment through the integration of nanotechnology and IoT. This approach enables researchers to conduct complex analyses more efficiently, improving diagnostic accuracy and increasing overall laboratory productivity with cost-effective instruments.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional UV-Vis spectrophotometers often lack the capabilities to perform advanced analyses such as particle sizing, micro-volume measurements, and real-time data acquisition without requiring additional expensive equipment or specialized personnel. This limits the versatility of existing instruments and increases the cost and complexity of laboratory workflows.
Solution
Copenhagen Nanosystems (cphnano) provides add-on hardware and software solutions that upgrade existing UV-Vis spectrophotometers, enabling them to perform advanced analyses, including particle size and concentration analysis, refractive index measurements, and micro-volume protein concentration determination. The company's flagship products, NanoCuvette™ One, NanoCuvette™ S, and SpectroLink™, seamlessly integrate with over 450 UV-Vis models from more than 75 brands, expanding the capabilities of existing instruments while reducing the need for costly new equipment. SpectroWorks™ software provides a user-friendly interface for data acquisition, analysis, and reporting, streamlining laboratory workflows and improving productivity. By leveraging photonic chip nanotechnology and optical computer simulations, cphnano empowers researchers and industry professionals to obtain more comprehensive data from their existing UV-Vis spectrophotometers, saving time and resources.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes researchers, industry professionals, and educators in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, life science, food science, and environmental research who utilize UV-Vis spectrophotometers for liquid and particle analysis.
Features
- **NanoCuvette™ One:** Enables refractive index and protein concentration measurements from mL to micro-volume samples (down to 0.5 μL).
- **NanoCuvette™ S:** Facilitates particle size analysis and concentration determination for particles ranging from 50 nm to 3000 nm.
- **SpectroLink™:** Upgrades existing UV-Vis instruments with modern software and connectivity, eliminating the need for thermal printers and USB drives.
- **SpectroWorks™:** Web-based software for data acquisition, analysis, and reporting, featuring automated spectral analysis and customizable report templates.
- **Basic Cuvette Workflow:** Allows analysis of all standard UV-Vis measurements for plastic, glass, or quartz cuvettes.
- **SpectroShell™:** Enhances instrument performance.
- Supports over 450 UV-Vis models from more than 75 brands, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of existing laboratory equipment.
- Utilizes patented photonic nanocrystal technology for accurate and reliable measurements.
- Provides access to a comprehensive UV-Vis database and knowledge base for application support and troubleshooting.