Nanopore Technology Enables Single-Molecule Disease Detection
UC Riverside researchers develop a groundbreaking tool that could revolutionize diagnostics with faster and more precise disease detection from individual molecules.
- The nanopore-based sensor detects individual DNA or protein molecules, eliminating the need for millions of molecules in traditional diagnostic tests.
- The device uses a nanopore that acts as both a sensor and a filter, preserving critical signals while reducing background noise for improved accuracy.
- Potential applications include a portable diagnostic kit capable of detecting infections within 24 to 48 hours, far faster than current methods.
- The technology also advances protein research by distinguishing between healthy and disease-causing proteins, paving the way for personalized treatments.
- Researchers aim to achieve single-molecule protein sequencing, which could lead to earlier disease detection and more precise therapies tailored to individual patients.
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