Research
Title : | COVID-19 scan (development of novel platform for the detection of SARS–CoV-2) |
Area of research : | COVID-19 Research, Life Sciences & Biotechnology |
Focus area : | SARS–CoV-2 Diagnostics |
Principal Investigator : | Sonu Gandhi, Scientist, National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB), Faridabad |
Timeline Start Year : | 2020 |
Contact info : | gandhi@niab.org.in |
Details
Executive Summary : | This study hypothesises that Point-of-care (POC) diagnosis is the primary strategy towards the overarching goal of SARS-CoV-2 control and elimination. The hypothesis is based on using RBD/spike protein of SARS-CoV-2 as a target for diagnosis using specific peptide, aptamer, and antibody. |
Outcome/Output: | 1. Availability of reagents for development of diagnostic assays. 2. Availability of proof-of-concept devices for detection of virus antigen or antibody. |
Organizations involved
Implementing Agency : | National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB), Faridabad Funding Agency :Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), Govt. of India | |