Rapid imaging, detection and quantification of Giardia lamblia cysts using mobile-phone based fluorescent microscopy
Abstract
The objective of the proposed work is to enable rapid real time screening of waterborne pathogens in remote locations and field settings. The investigators will work to develop a smartphone based pathogen quantification platform for specific imaging and detection of Giardia lamblia cysts in water samples. Specifically they propose to improve the cyst capture efficiency, to enhance the specificity and sensitivity of the digital analysis and cyst recognition software, and to experimentally evaluate the system on different device platforms. They will also create and test pre-filtration systems that remove debris and other extraneous larger particles often found in dirty water.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jan 12, 2017
- Source ID
- W911NF1510095
Entities
People
- Aydoğan Özcan
Organizations
- Army Contracting Command
- United States Army
- University of California, Los Angeles