Grundium develops the Ocus® digital microscope slide scanners, which utilize high-resolution imaging technology to capture and share detailed digital images of pathology samples. This solution eliminates the logistical challenges of transporting physical slides, enabling remote consultations and collaborative diagnostics across various clinical and research settings.
Funding
$2.8M 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 pathology workflows involve the physical transportation of microscope slides, leading to delays, increased costs, and logistical challenges for remote consultations and collaborations. This can hinder timely diagnoses and limit access to expert opinions, especially in time-sensitive cases like intraoperative frozen sections.
Solution
Grundium's Ocus® series of digital microscope slide scanners enables users to capture high-resolution digital images of pathology samples, facilitating remote access, collaboration, and faster diagnoses. The Ocus® scanners are compact, user-friendly, and offer a cost-effective solution for integrating digital pathology into existing workflows. With a browser-based interface and onboard processing, the Ocus® scanners eliminate the need for additional software and can be used with any internet-connected computer. The scanners support standard digital pathology formats for easy image sharing and feature built-in storage and secure remote access for managing slides across multiple locations.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes pathologists, laboratory scientists, researchers, and educators in clinical and research settings who require high-quality digital slide imaging for diagnostics, remote consultations, and collaborative studies.
Features
- High-resolution digital imaging for detailed observation of pathology samples
- Compact and lightweight design for easy integration into labs, clinics, and research facilities
- Browser-based interface for seamless access and operation without additional software
- Compatibility with standard digital pathology formats for effortless image sharing and collaboration
- Built-in storage and secure remote access functionality for managing slides across multiple locations
- Available in multiple models (Ocus® 20, Ocus® 40, Ocus® M 40) with varying magnification and slide capacity to suit different needs
- Optimized for speed and workflow efficiency, particularly for time-sensitive procedures like intraoperative frozen sections (Ocus® 20)
- Multi-slide capability for higher volume needs (Ocus® M 40)