Enabling the development and deployment of next generation point-of-care diagnostics

A major goal of the 1st International Point-of-Care Diagnostic Workshop in Nairobi, Kenya was to provide a forum for open dialog concerning current challenges in, and potential solutions for, the development of the next generation of POC diagnostics. The focus was not solely on descriptions of new t...

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Main Authors: Derda, R., Gitaka, J., Klapperich, C.M., Mace, C.R., Kumar, A.A., Lieberman, M., Linnes, J.C., Jores, Joerg, Nasimolo, J., Ndung'u, J.M., Taracha, E.A., Weaver, A., Weibel, D.B., Kariuki, T.M., Yager, P.
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Language:Inglés
Published: Public Library of Science 2015
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/72458
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author Derda, R.
Gitaka, J.
Klapperich, C.M.
Mace, C.R.
Kumar, A.A.
Lieberman, M.
Linnes, J.C.
Jores, Joerg
Nasimolo, J.
Ndung'u, J.M.
Taracha, E.A.
Weaver, A.
Weibel, D.B.
Kariuki, T.M.
Yager, P.
author_browse Derda, R.
Gitaka, J.
Jores, Joerg
Kariuki, T.M.
Klapperich, C.M.
Kumar, A.A.
Lieberman, M.
Linnes, J.C.
Mace, C.R.
Nasimolo, J.
Ndung'u, J.M.
Taracha, E.A.
Weaver, A.
Weibel, D.B.
Yager, P.
author_facet Derda, R.
Gitaka, J.
Klapperich, C.M.
Mace, C.R.
Kumar, A.A.
Lieberman, M.
Linnes, J.C.
Jores, Joerg
Nasimolo, J.
Ndung'u, J.M.
Taracha, E.A.
Weaver, A.
Weibel, D.B.
Kariuki, T.M.
Yager, P.
author_sort Derda, R.
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description A major goal of the 1st International Point-of-Care Diagnostic Workshop in Nairobi, Kenya was to provide a forum for open dialog concerning current challenges in, and potential solutions for, the development of the next generation of POC diagnostics. The focus was not solely on descriptions of new technologies in development but also included demonstrations of their use in a field setting. The resulting conversations identified a number of obstacles to the successful translation of prototypes into field-deployable tools. These obstacles superseded those typically encountered in research; changes must be implemented at the institutional and governmental level to enable equitable collaborations between Western and African partners, and proper funding mechanisms must be established to support these collaborations. Additionally, this workshop showcased emerging technologies for POC tests and fostered new partnerships between technology developers and African research laboratories. Equitable partnerships are critical for the successful implementation of new POC technology. The attendees agreed that the most effective methods to effect change require improved communication of needs, ideas and abilities, and a conduit for the sharing of experiences and information. We plan to implement many of the changes that are suggested here in our own research programs and to use future conferences and workshops to guide the development of both technologies and partnerships. Our successes and failures will serve as models for those scientists striving to develop technological and biomedical solutions to similar problems in global health.
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spelling CGSpace724582024-10-03T07:40:51Z Enabling the development and deployment of next generation point-of-care diagnostics Derda, R. Gitaka, J. Klapperich, C.M. Mace, C.R. Kumar, A.A. Lieberman, M. Linnes, J.C. Jores, Joerg Nasimolo, J. Ndung'u, J.M. Taracha, E.A. Weaver, A. Weibel, D.B. Kariuki, T.M. Yager, P. animal diseases research A major goal of the 1st International Point-of-Care Diagnostic Workshop in Nairobi, Kenya was to provide a forum for open dialog concerning current challenges in, and potential solutions for, the development of the next generation of POC diagnostics. The focus was not solely on descriptions of new technologies in development but also included demonstrations of their use in a field setting. The resulting conversations identified a number of obstacles to the successful translation of prototypes into field-deployable tools. These obstacles superseded those typically encountered in research; changes must be implemented at the institutional and governmental level to enable equitable collaborations between Western and African partners, and proper funding mechanisms must be established to support these collaborations. Additionally, this workshop showcased emerging technologies for POC tests and fostered new partnerships between technology developers and African research laboratories. Equitable partnerships are critical for the successful implementation of new POC technology. The attendees agreed that the most effective methods to effect change require improved communication of needs, ideas and abilities, and a conduit for the sharing of experiences and information. We plan to implement many of the changes that are suggested here in our own research programs and to use future conferences and workshops to guide the development of both technologies and partnerships. Our successes and failures will serve as models for those scientists striving to develop technological and biomedical solutions to similar problems in global health. 2015-05-14 2016-03-06T15:39:00Z 2016-03-06T15:39:00Z Journal Article https://hdl.handle.net/10568/72458 en Open Access Public Library of Science Derda, R., Gitaka, J., Klapperich, C.M., Mace, C.R., Kumar, A.A., Lieberman, M., Linnes, J.C., Jores, J., Nasimolo, J., Ndung’u, J., Taracha, E., Weaver, A., Weibel, D.B., Kariuki, T.M. and Yager, P. 2015. Enabling the development and deployment of next generation point-of-care diagnostics. PLoS One 9(5): e0003676
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Derda, R.
Gitaka, J.
Klapperich, C.M.
Mace, C.R.
Kumar, A.A.
Lieberman, M.
Linnes, J.C.
Jores, Joerg
Nasimolo, J.
Ndung'u, J.M.
Taracha, E.A.
Weaver, A.
Weibel, D.B.
Kariuki, T.M.
Yager, P.
Enabling the development and deployment of next generation point-of-care diagnostics
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title_short Enabling the development and deployment of next generation point-of-care diagnostics
title_sort enabling the development and deployment of next generation point of care diagnostics
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url https://hdl.handle.net/10568/72458
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