Pathoscan Field Trial Success
Project scope
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Engineering project management Hardware product design BiotechnologySkills
quality control assembly lines polymerase chain reaction real-time polymerase chain reactions experimentationThe goal of this project is to ensure that Pathoscan can have a successful 2025 field trail by optimizing our Pathobox production process using hands-on experience. It is ideal for teams of learners participating in an interdisciplinary studies such as InterD or Global Challenges classes. This will allow students to learn how point of collection testing works from a holistic perspective.
There will be two members of the team:
Laboratory Manager:
The laboratory manager will be responsible for processing the outstanding samples delivered by our clients under the direction and supervision of Proxima R&D. In this role, the student will have hands on experience with our partners at Proxima R&D laboratories in microbial techniques including PCR and qPCR. These samples are not mission critical, and are intended to serve as a quality control mechanism that the Pathobox Manager will use to ensure that the Pathobox is functional.
Pathobox Manager:
In this experience, the student will learn how to assemble electronics components with hands-on experience so that they can optimize the assembly process of the Pathobox. If interested, the student can also learn how to use FDM manufacturing technologies.
The Laboratory Manager will be expected to return a >10 page report detailing the experiments ran on the clients samples at Proxima R&D. This must be done using the PLOS Pathogens format. Seeing as the samples the student will be working with are pathogens, the student will also be expected to obtain a biosafety certificate from the University of Saskatchewan and include that as a supplementary figure in their report. Finally, the student will also be expected to return a lab book detailing their experiments.
A proper scientific report should include:
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Methods (include lot/ref numbers)
- Results
- Discussion
Pathobox Manager
The Pathobox manager is expected to return five assembled and functional Pathoboxes as described during training. They are also expected to work with the laboratory manager student to perform quality control on the Pathoboxes. Finally, using their hands on experience in assembling Pathoboxes, the learner should submit a one page PDF report detailing the pain points of the assembly process, how long it takes, and suggestions on how they can be ameliorated.
Providing specialized, in-depth knowledge and general industry insights for a comprehensive understanding.
Sharing knowledge in specific technical skills, techniques, methodologies required for the project.
Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.
Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.
Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.
About the company
PathoScan is a startup focused on revolutionizing agricultural practices with its innovative crop disease detection device. By allowing on-site and immediate identification of diseases, the device eliminates the need for centralized lab facilities and the associated delays. This transformative approach not only reduces costs but also empowers farmers with timely decision-making tools to ensure optimal crop health.
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