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By Prof. Damion Corrigan, University of Strathclyde, Scotland, UK

Abstract:

Biosensor research has delivered major advances in sensitivity, selectivity, and analytical sophistication, yet the translation of these technologies into robust, deployable systems remains a persistent challenge. This talk will examine biosensor development from a research and translation perspective, spanning early-stage device design, assay architecture, fluidic systems, and analytical validation through to the constraints imposed by real-world application. The presentation will highlight previous academic work in surface chemistry, receptor choice, molecular engineering, assay format, and signal transduction.  Emphasis will be placed on electrochemical biosensors, with discussion of strategies to reconcile analytical excellence with simplicity, robustness, and manufacturability. The talk will show that embedding translational awareness within academic biosensor research can strengthen both scientific quality and real-world relevance, without compromising fundamental innovation. The talk will finish by showing how laboratory research is currently being translated through two companies, Aureum Diagnostics and Microplate Dx.

Brief Bio:

Professor Damion Corrigan is Director of the Centre for Advanced Measurement Science and Health Translation at the University of Strathclyde, where he leads interdisciplinary research in analytical and measurement science, with a focus on electrochemical biosensing for health applications. He is also Chief Technical Officer of Microplate Dx and Chief Scientific Officer of Aureum Diagnostics, spin-out companies advancing rapid diagnostic technologies. Professor Corrigan was awarded the 2025 Royal Society of Chemistry Analytical Science mid-career Prize for his innovative contributions to electrochemical sensors for biomedical applications. He is a past recipient (2023) of the Praxis-Auril UK Academic Entrepreneur of the Year Award, recognising outstanding knowledge exchange and entrepreneurial achievement in the UK. His work spans fundamental measurement science through to translational innovation, underpinning both academic biosensor research and real-world diagnostic impact.

Hosted by Prof. Arben Merkoçi ICREA Research Professor and Group Leader and Dr Andrew Piper at  Nanobioelectronics and Biosensors Group