Development of Bio-SERS Prototype for Single Bacteria Detection
Defence Science and Technology Laboratory · Awarded contract
AwardedDevelopment of Bio-SERS Prototype for Single Bacteria Detection
Awarded 31 Aug 2021
Awarded31 Aug 2021
Value£615,985.00
SupplierUniversity of Strathclyde
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 2y 7mo ago2y 7mo term
Awarded 31 Aug 2021Expired 31 Mar 2024
About
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory awarded a contract to the University of Strathclyde for the development of a rapid, sensitive, and multiplexed optical bionanosensor for the detection and identification of bacteria.
The project, valued at £615,985, involves using enhanced Raman scattering combined with portable Raman instrumentation for optical readout.
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