Value Proposition
Atom Sciences has a unique platform for pathogen typing that may replace current diagnostic strategies. Individual species of bacteria or viruses, along with specific genes in the pathogen can be identified and quantified, thereby increasing the accuracy of the consequent therapy. Unlike PCR approaches, the technology is less sensitive to contamination because of its high specificity. In addition, the technology amplifies the target nucleic acid linearly, leading to quantitative analysis, but retaining the high sensitivity required for detecting and identifying infectious and growing microorganisms.
