Name: Next-generation, Sustainable Point-of-care Insulin Biosensors Beyond the Glucocentric Vision
Team: Tomás Pinheiro (PI, NOVA FCT), Tatiana Burrinha (co-PI, NMS), Elvira Fortunato (NOVA FCT) and Paula Macedo (NMS).
Starting date: 01/06/2025
Duration: 12 months (end date 31/05/2026)
Scientific Areas: Biomaterials
The young and interdisciplinary team proposes the development of an innovative insulin biosensor, designed to complement the current methods of glycemic control used in diabetes monitoring, promoting a more personalized and effective approach to the treatment of this disease.
INSUBIO seeks to democratize access to healthcare by developing more affordable and reliable solutions for monitoring diabetes, with an idea that stands out for its low environmental impact, combining technological innovation with ecological responsibility. The project exemplifies the strategic collaboration between two research centers of excellence, bringing together engineering, materials science and biomedicine to respond to challenges with an impact on quality of life.
