MUMBAI, India, July 31 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202411096000 A) filed by Lovely Professional University on December 05, 2024, for Sensor System For Real-Time Microbial Stress Monitoring From Microplastics And A Method Thereof.
Inventors include Sharon Nagpal; and Sweta Kumari.
The application for the patent was published on July 24, 2026, under issue no. 30/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a sensor system designed for real-time monitoring of microbial stress induced by microplastics, belonging to the technical field of biosensors and environmental monitoring. The system comprises a sensing element that detects stress biomarkers on microorganisms, utilizing biological molecules such as antibodies and aptamers, chemical compounds like fluorescent dyes, or physical elements such as microscale electrodes. A transducer is connected to the sensing element to convert the detected biological signals into electrical or optical signals. These signals are then analyzed by a data processing unit, which transforms them into quantifiable results reflecting the stress level of the microorganisms. The system includes a communication module for remote data transmission and a non- invasive interface to ensure the detection process does not harm the microorganisms. The sensing element directly interacts with microorganisms or their environment, forming a cohesive unit with the transducer for efficient signal conversion.
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