Biotechnix - Particle Chemical Analysis Technology

Biotechnix technology makes possible advanced environmental monitoring techniques. We have developed a low-cost, real-time exposure monitor capable of assessing particulate matter (PM) and volatile organic compound (VOC) concentrations in residential buildings with a resolution and sensitivity greater than that achievable with current building monitors, at a much lower cost. Our technology was also applied to trace explosives detection in a portable, compact, low-power, and low-cost unit. This approach combined several steps: dislodging particles and vapors from surfaces; aspiration of the dislodged particles and vapors into an ADL (aerodynamic lens) aerosol concentrator or onto a disposable coupon; and delivering the captured aerosol particles and adsorbed vapor molecules in a low flow sample to a downstream optical detector or on a coupon compatible with existing ion mobility spectrometers.