Una solución no invasiva y en tiempo real para la detección de la exposición a virus respiratorios altamente contagiosos

This document explains the creation of VAir, a non-invasive reusable wireless device to sense Influenza A in the air. The ambitious aim is to develop a reliable sensor that would be easy to operate and allow rapid detection of even asymptomatic conditions.In nowaday medical diagnostics, virus recognition is performed in laboratories using conventional methods, namely polymerized chain reaction (PCR) amplification and enzyme-linked immunoassays. Being extremely sensitive and selective, these methods are common to employ multiple detection layers for several analytes, which is not quick enough to prevent the spread of the virus both within and between individuals.VAir would detect the viral target via a specific interaction with the nanobodies. The quantification is performed automatically. When integrated in IoT-frameworks, it turns into a source of continuous health data, providing valuable information on the exposure to contagious hazards and contact tracing. The growing prevalence of infectious diseases is increasing the demand for such point-of-care (PoC) diagnostics. The crucial need in remote monitoring and connected healthcare solutions is expected to push the demand for portable devices, boosting the sales of biosensors across both PoC and home diagnostic applications.<br /