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IIT-BHU develops paper microchip for quick kidney disease detection

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology BHU, Varanasi, have developed a cost-effective paper microchip device designed for point-of-care kidney disease testing. Left to Right: Prof Pranjal Chandra, Divya, PhD Scholar, and IIT-BHU Director Prof Amit Patra with the Gandhian Young Technological Innovation Award. Prof Chandra stated, “This novel solution could revolutionise kidney disease detection, offering a simpler, faster, and more affordable alternative to traditional diagnostics requiring costly lab equipment and skilled personnel.” The paper microchip, using nanoengineering to modify filter paper, detects two key kidney health biomarkers: creatinine and albumin. Highlighting the alignment with national initiatives like “Make in India” and “Start-up India,” Prof Chandra expressed gratitude to IIT-BHU’s director, Prof Amit Patra, for institutional support, enabling impactful innovation. Divya, a PhD student under Prof Chandra’s mentorship, was honoured with the prestigious Gandhian Young Technological Innovation Award 2023 on November 5, 2024, at the India International Centre in New Delhi, for developing this breakthrough paper-based microdevice for kidney health diagnostics.

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