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Colorific

Revolutionary rapid tests with nanoswitch technology
Diagram of a laboratory slide under analysis, showing various labelled spots and a magnified view of rod-shaped elements.

Status:

Pre-business

SDGs:

Good health and well-being

Industry:

ICT

Impact:

Quality of life

Origin:

Research to Business

School:

School of Science

Established:

2024

Colorific’s innovative nanoswitch technology combines lab-grade accuracy with the speed and convenience of on-site testing. This project focuses on developing a rapid test for mycotoxins and other contaminants in food and feed, providing a quick and accurate testing solution for the food safety industry.

Colorific captures analytes directly from samples, producing observable color changes without pre-processing of the sample. The technology is easily programmable to different molecular targets, allowing for its future expansion into various industries, including environmental, and healthcare testing.

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