BioProject

Automated, rapid diagnostics with little sample collection and preparation are needed to identify and trace affected persons in times when hyper-infectious pathogens cause pandemics. Frequent, low cost and highly scalable testing is the only way to gain visibility on the magnitude of the pandemic and ultimately control the spread of the disease. We propose the development of a unique system that can cheaply and readily detect SARS-CoV-2 in saliva samples. The development of a system that uses saliva presents an opportunity to readily test patients using a sample that is easily collected and harbors high concentration of viral particles. The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has predominantly affected individuals with pre-existing conditions such as clotting disorders, diabetes, hypertension or other... (for more see dbGaP study page.)