Primary Supervisor: Dr Martin Pal
Location: Wagga Wagga, All campuses
Keywords: point-of-care diagnostic assays, CRISPR, agriculture, disease management
Rapid and reliable testing for pathogens is paramount for disease management or agricultural applications in the context of biosecurity. In this regard, field-based or point-of-care diagnostic assays circumvent the need for skilled personnel and specialised laboratory equipment. Honours research opportunities are available to exploit the use of CRISPR-associated nucleases (Cas proteins) for rapid and precise detection of nucleic acids of potential pathogens.
Interested? Start the conversation here by contacting Dr Martin Pal