SCPsense

Environmental Monitoring

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Dr. Julia Döring, Veronika Riedl

Technische Universität Dresden / Universität Leipzig

Biological Actuator-/Sensor Systems / Biophysical Chemistry

PROJECT LANDSCAPE

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Environmental Monitoring, Water Treatment & Food Safety

Water & Food Testing

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Environmental Agencies & Food Producers

OUR SOLUTION

Our solution is a portable sensor platform that brings lab-grade detection capabilities to the field. It uses engineered hydrogel microparticles to capture trace contaminants with picomolar (pM) range sensitivity, and employs a handheld device or smartphone to read results within minutes. This technology enables rapid, on-site screening of water and food for pesticides, hormones, and antibiotics, providing immediate, reliable data for decision-making.

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THE CHALLENGE

Contamination of water and food by trace-level chemicals - e.g. pesticides, hormones, and antibiotic residues - has become a serious health and environmental concern. These micropollutants often evade detection due to their ultra-low concentrations. Traditional lab tests are slow, expensive, and require specialized equipment, leaving a critical need for rapid, portable, and ultra-sensitive detection in the field.