Biosensing technologies

CSEM’s biosensing tactical roadmap: sample collection & preparation, bioreceptor, transducer, assays, and readout

Harnessing the power of biosensing technologies, our roadmap aims to develop automated and standardized solutions for the collection, preparation, detection, transduction, assay, and readout of biological samples.

These innovations are crucial to health and therapy monitoring, point-of-care diagnostics, and bioprocesses.

Key components in the development of biosensors

Health monitoring in action: Biosensing technologies from R&D to practical applications

In biosensor development, CSEM is recognized for its groundbreaking innovations in diagnostics and consumer health, delivering cutting-edge devices that enable precise, real-time patient monitoring and disease management. Our expertise lies in creating advanced, user-friendly solutions that transform biological signals into actionable digital data, empowering healthcare providers and patients.

Explore some of our developments in biosensing and biomonitoring below.

Multiplexed, highly-sensitive and rapid point-of-care testing for preeclampsia diagnostics

Sample of the preeclampsia test developed by MOMM Diagnostics and CSEM.

CSEM, in collaboration with MOMM Diagnostics, has developed a revolutionary, multiplexed, highly-sensitive and rapid digital lateral flow for early detection of preeclampsia. This breakthrough test enhances prenatal care by offering a faster, more accurate diagnosis, potentially reducing risks to both mother and baby.

Pioneering implant to support reproductive medicine

An implant to support reproductive medicine: a game-changer in real-time hormone monitoring.

CSEM, in collaboration with Impli and Yalosys, has developed CERES, an implantable biosensor for real-time fertility hormone monitoring. This innovation aims to address infertility and reduce IVF costs, showcasing CSEM's expertise in advanced medical technology.

Discover the future of health diagnostics

Learn more about how our state-of-the-art biosensing technologies can revolutionize health diagnostics and patient care. Let’s work together to create innovative solutions for a healthier tomorrow.

Dive deeper into biosensing innovations

Explore articles, reports, and resources focused on biosensing, point-of-care diagnostics, and advanced sensing technologies. Discover how these innovations are transforming healthcare and improving patient outcomes.

Selected publications in conferences and journals

CRISPR-based one-pot assay for the detection of monoclonal antibodies, S. Del Giovane, D. Migliorelli, N. Bagheri, A. Porchetta, H. Altug, L. Burr, NanoBioTech-Montreux Conference 2023.
Portable Fluorescence Biosensing System for Low-Cost, Quantitative, and Multiplexed Allergen Screening, H. Chai-Gao, Y. Shynkarenko, S. Demuru, N. Hermann, P.-D. Boia, P. Cristofolini, B. Petkus, S. Generelli, S. Cattaneo, L. Burr, presented at the XXXV Eurosensors, Lecce, Italy, 10-13 September 2023, MPDI Proceedings 2024, 97(1), 173.
Bioengineering a glucose oxidase nanosensor for near-infrared continuous glucose monitoring, V. Zubkovs, H. Wang, N. Schuergers, A. Weninger, A. Glieder, S. Cattaneo, A. A. Boghossian, Nanoscale Adv.,2022 (4), 2420-2427.
Fact-based nutrition for infants and lactating mothers—The NUTRISHIELD study, V. Ramos-Garcia, D. Migliorelli, S. Generelli, et al., Front. Pediatr., Sec. Neonatology, 2023 (11).
Printed Antifouling Electrodes for Biosensing Applications, M. Zinggeler, S. Schär, F. Kurth, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces 2022 14 (51), 56578-56584.
Challenges and perspectives of CRISPR-based technology for diagnostic applications, S. Del Giovane, N. Bagheri, A. Celeste Di Pede, A. Chamorro, S. Ranallo, D. Migliorelli, L. Burr, S. Paoletti, H. Altug, A. Porchetta, TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry 2024, 172, 117594.
An Integrated Photonic Biosensing Platform for Pathogen Detection in Aquaculture, W. Knoben, S. Graf, F. Borutta, Z. Tegegne, M. Ningler, A. Blom, H. Dam, K. Evers, R. Schonenberg, A. Schütz-Trilling, et al., Sensors 2024, 24, 5241.

CSEM scientific and technical reports

Portable Fluorescence Biosensing System for Low-cost, Quantitative, and Multiplexed Allergen Screening, Y. Shynkarenko, H. Chai-Gao, S. Demuru, N. Hermann, P. Boia, P. Cristofolini, B. Petkus, S. Generelli, S. Paoletti, L. Burr, S. Cattaneo, 2023, p. 82.
CRISPR-Cas Systems, S. Del Giovane, D. Migliorelli, L. Burr, H. Altug, A. Porchetta, 2023, p. 84.
SUMON – Disposable System for Sensors Monitoring, A. Sukumaran, H. Chai-Gao, I. Stergiou, F. Caruso, R. Cattenoz, A. Zandara, G. Orawez, S. Sunier, L. Burr, P. Nussbaum, 2023, p. 13.
Mid-IR QCL-powered Modular Platform for Contactless, Real-time Metabolite Monitoring, C. Beyer, V. Zubkovs, I. Marozau, S. Zabihzadeh, S. Cattaneo,2023, p. 83.
Urine – Non-invasive Matrix in Human Biomonitoring, D. Migliorelli, N. Glaser, R. Junuzovic, L. Mühlebach, C. Seitz, L. Burr, F. Kurth, S. Paoletti, 2022, p. 97.