Multiplexed Assay for the Detection of Wound-related Pathogens

Award Information

Agency: Department of Defense	Branch: Army	Award ID: 87276	Program Year/Program: 2008 / SBIR
Agency Tracking Number: A082-122-1609	Solicitation Year: N/A	Solicitation Topic Code: N/A	Solicitation Number: N/A

Small Business Information: QuantaSpec Inc.
PO Box 163 Essex Junction, VT -
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Woman-Owned: No

Minority-Owned: No

HUBZone-Owned: No

Phase 1: Fiscal Year: 2008

Title: Multiplexed Assay for the Detection of Wound-related Pathogens

Agency / Branch: DOD / ARMY

Contract: W81XWH-09-C-0002

Award Amount: $70,000.00

Abstract:
This project will develop a bench-top system for the rapid identification of bloodstream infections. Rapid accurate infectious diagnostic systems are needed to identify effective therapy, reduce mortality, morbidity, and treatment costs. QuantaSpec will adapt its FDA funded work to develop a rapid automated accurate infection identification system based on FTIR spectroscopy. FTIR spectroscopy is inexpensive requiring no reagents and minimal sample preparation. QuantaSpec has demonstrated 100% accuracy in identifying micro-organisms at the species and sub-species level using FTIR. Furthermore, the capability to identify new organisms can be rapidly added with software updates. This system is urgently needed to save the lives of combat casualties.

Principal Investigator:
Kenneth A. Puzey
President
8028788410
kpuzey@quantaspec.com

Business Contact:
Lisa Kane
CFO
8028788410
lkane@quantaspec.com

Small Business Information at Submission:

QUANTASPEC, INC.
PO Box 163 Essex Junction, VT 05453

EIN/Tax ID: 201008260

DUNS: N/A

Number of Employees:

Woman-Owned: No

Minority-Owned: No

HUBZone-Owned: No