Technology

PathoSense is a device for screening the air through sampling and testing for signs of specific airborne pathogens existence is described. The system includes an air sampler to sample the air around the system, a sensory module to test the air for existence of airborne pathogens, a data transmitter to read the data from the sensory module and transmit it to the controller and the user interface.

The sensory part comprises one or more sensor boards including specifically-coated QCM such that the airborne pathogens stick to the coating and change the electrical and mechanical characteristics of the crystals.

In addition, it contains of a recycling part to ensure that the system can be reused after detecting a pathogen in the sampled air. In another embodiment, the recycling part is optional and the sensor can be replaced with a new one when a pathogen is identified.

The described system can sample the air and monitor it for the presence of the airborne pathogens. If a pathogen is identified, the system can then alarm the user through the user interface and/or the wireless communication to take proper action.

We are pleased to share our recent publication, “Recent Advances in Development of Biosensors for Monitoring of Airborne Microorganisms,” which appears in the Iranian Journal of Biotechnology (Mousavian et al., 2024). This review paper offers a broad perspective on current advancements in biosensor technology for airborne pathogen monitoring, including emerging detection mechanisms and recent innovations. Through this publication, we aim to provide a resource for researchers and practitioners working to improve public health and safety through biosensor technology. Read the full article here.

To safeguard our proprietary technology, we have submitted a patent application titled “Real-time airborne pathogen monitoring system and method” (CA3207847A1). This patent application details our system’s unique method of detecting airborne pathogens, which leverages multiple harmonics of sensor frequencies for precise and real-time detection. Our approach offers distinct advantages in speed, accuracy, and the ability to continuously monitor environments for pathogens, setting a new standard for safety in public and private spaces.

Read the patent here.

Sasan Salamatian

  • Member of Advisory Board
  • Cofounder
  • Entrepreneur
  • Electrical engineer

Sasan Salamatian is an experienced entrepreneur with a successful track record in co-founding, investing and leading cutting-edge technical companies spanning lighting, power, biotech, and sustainability. 

Sasan initially made his mark in Iran and neighboring countries before making a strategic move to Canada in 2008. Since 2012, he’s been actively involved in Canada, co-founding and investing in various Companies and research projects focused on above mentioned fields. Alongside his MSc. Degree in electrical engineering, Sasan holds certificates in sustainability management from BCIT and business designations in marketing and sales from Sauder Business School of UBC. Sasan’s ventures have gained national and international recognition, highlighting his commitment to innovation and excellence in today’s business landscape. His story is a blend of technical expertise, business insight, and a dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation.

Poopak Pir

  • COO (Cheif Operating Officer)
  • Cofounder
  • Ophthalmologist

Poopak Pir is an experienced ophthalmologist and eye surgeon with 20+ years of diverse experiences in ophthalmolgic care and cataract and refractive surgery.

As an ophthalmologist she has performed more than 10,000 cataract surgeries and more than 8000 refractive surgeries including LASIK ,FemtoLASIK, PRK, SMILE, transepithelial PRK and intraocular lens implantation.

As a consulting physician she has cooperated with the hospital’s “infection control commitee” for 16+ years. Poopak is comitted to patient and staff education and she is the author of a number of educational manuals for the health care providers.

She has also been working with the “Noor Ophthalmology research center” to provide educational material for patients and the public. Poopak is very keen on communication with people from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and she is highly skilled at networking and teamwork.

Hamid Movahedian Attar

  • Product Manager
  • Cofounder
  • Ph.D in Biomedical engineering

+30 years of experience in industrial research fields. 

Involved in several research projects both as manager or head of the research team in the fields of biomedical engineering, industrial instrumentation and design of electronics for harsh environment (oil well downhole logging tools). 

lnvestigating the feasibility of electrostatic pathogen detection methods.

Vahid Reza Nafisi

  • CTO (Cheif Technical Officer)
  • Cofounder
  • Ph.D in Biomedical engineering

Vahid Reza Nafisi is a biomedical engineer with more than twenty-year experiences in medical devices. Specially, he has contributed in some applied research projects for design, manufacturing and development of hemodialysis machine, ventilator and some research projects in field of respriratory system. Also, he has many experiences in evaluation of medical devices based on the international safety and performance standards such as IEC60601-1.