Digital Sensor develops an automated electrochemical sensor platform that detects antibiotic residues in milk using non-linear chemistry and machine learning. This technology provides real-time results during the milking process, ensuring the safety and quality of dairy products by identifying harmful substances without human intervention.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
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Problem
Current methods for detecting antibiotic residues in milk often require laboratory analysis, leading to delays and preventing real-time quality control during the milking process. This can result in contaminated milk entering the supply chain, posing risks to consumer health and potentially leading to economic losses for dairy farmers.
Solution
Digital Sensor offers an automated electrochemical sensor platform that provides rapid, on-site detection of antibiotic residues in milk. The system uses non-linear chemistry and machine learning algorithms to analyze milk samples in real-time during the milking process, eliminating the need for manual intervention or laboratory testing. The platform identifies and quantifies the presence of antibiotics, ensuring that only safe, high-quality milk is processed. Data is transmitted to a server for analysis, providing immediate feedback on milk quality.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes dairy farmers, dairy processing plants, and food safety agencies seeking a rapid and reliable method for antibiotic residue detection in milk.
Features
- Electrochemical sensor platform for real-time antibiotic residue detection in milk
- Non-linear chemistry combined with machine learning for accurate analysis
- Detection of beta-lactam, tetracycline, chloramphenicol, and streptomycin antibiotics
- Test strip with electrodes connected to a potentiostat for data acquisition
- Software processing and instantaneous data transmission to a server
- Data transfer to personal computers via USB and mobile phones via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
- Digital fingerprint technology for cost-effective analysis