| EPSRC Reference: |
EP/I502025/1 |
| Title: |
Enhanced detection of drugs of abuse using linear dichroism and high extinction dyes. |
| Principal Investigator: |
Dafforn, Professor T |
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| Department: |
Sch of Biosciences |
| Organisation: |
University of Birmingham |
| Scheme: |
Follow on Fund |
| Starts: |
01 March 2011 |
Ends: |
29 February 2012 |
Value (£): |
104,736
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| EPSRC Research Topic Classifications: |
| Analytical Science |
Medical science & disease |
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Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology |
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Accidents caused by driving under the influence of narcotics are an increasing problem in today's world. However as yet there is not equivalent of a breathalyser for narcotics. The team at the University of Birmingham (UoB) have developed a prototype system that enables such tests to be carried out by the roadside. This project aims to develop the UoB into a commercially viable system by incorporating a novel dye based technology developed by Sirigen Ltd. The unique chemistry behind these dyes will allow the UoB system to increase the number of narcotics that can be detected in each test to match market need.
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| Organisation Website: |
http://www.bham.ac.uk |