Outbreaks of new and ever more dangerous infections are increasing and the need to be able to detect and identify infected individuals rapidly is of paramount importance to stop local and global spread of infections.

In the Jones Lab we are working on several approaches to improve both the sensitivity and speed at which viral infections can be identified. These approaches range from colorimetric and fluorescent detections through to electronic detection systems. Projects focus on the development of novel dyes, which can then be combined with our biocompatible virucides to produce detection systems.

We are also working on electronic-based detection systems, where we are designing coatings for disposable electrodes that would allow viruses to be detected rapidly at the point-of-care.