Frugal Innovation in Bioengineering for the Detection of Infectious Diseases

Chavali, Arvind K.; Ramji, Ramesh

This book introduces readers to the concept of 'frugal innovation' and describes novel low-cost technologies that aid in diagnosing infectious diseases. Rapidly deployable, portable, and affordable diagnostic tools have the potential to tremendously benefit populations in resource-limited settings and improve global health outcomes. Specifically, the book includes the following features:

Cutting-Edge Research: Thorough coverage of scientific advances related to frugal bioengineering that have been developed within the last few years. A few examples of technologies covered in detail include low-cost paper-based and CD-based microfluidic diagnostic systems.

Industry and Non-Profit Voices: Chapters written by scientists currently working in industry and philanthropic sectors. 

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2019-06-04

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783319882918

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-66647-1

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 119