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A team of scientists from the Department of Biochemistry Engineering, IIT-BHU has developed a 3D trimetallic nanodendrite-based electrochemical sensor device in two years, received a patent for a sensor device for food and drug testing.
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- The sensor accurately detects microscopic elements in medicines, milk, and other food items and provides a complete report.
- The sensor requires just 5 to 10 micro liters of sample and displays the full details on the computer screen.
- The scientists are currently working on creating a single sensor capable of testing multiple drugs at once.
- The device can be used to address infectious diseases in humans and animals.
- The sensor helps detect antibiotic residues in the environment, which is a significant concern due to improper and uncontrolled antibiotic use, leading to contamination of food and water sources.
- The excessive use of antibiotics contributes to antibiotic resistance, a major challenge in the medical sector where treatments become ineffective.
- The use of electrochemical technology has proven to be an effective solution in this regard, further advanced by this research.
- This technology is affordable, accessible, and highly beneficial for healthcare, food safety, and the pharmaceutical industry, addressing antibiotic resistance while ensuring environmental and food safety.
This device is patented, aligning with the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives