Fayetteville, AR — Zebra Analytix, a leading innovator in environmental monitoring solutions, is proud to announce that it has been awarded a Phase II grant from the Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS). The grant is part of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program.
The grant signifies a significant milestone for Zebra Analytix and validates the company's dedication to advancing environmental health through cutting-edge microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology. The project aims to develop a miniaturized autonomous monitoring system capable of detecting toxic gas exposure in real time, thereby safeguarding public health and enhancing workplace safety.
"We are excited to receive this Phase II grant from NIH-NIEHS, which underscores the importance of our research in environmental health," said John Michalek, CEO of Zebra Analytix. "This funding will enable us to further develop our innovative monitoring system and bring us closer to our goal of providing reliable and efficient solutions for toxic gas detection."
The autonomous monitor being developed by Zebra Analytix leverages state-of-the-art sensor and chromatography column technology with advanced data analytics to provide accurate and timely detection of toxic gases in various environments. By integrating cutting-edge hardware with sophisticated algorithms, the system will offer unparalleled sensitivity and selectivity, allowing for early detection and mitigation of potential hazards.
About Zebra Analytix
Zebra Analytix was established to develop and commercialize miniature gas chromatography (GC) systems based on microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) innovation. The patent-protected technology offers microfabricated chips capable of multi-channel separations. Advantages include vastly decreased instrument size, lower cost, versatility, portability, and speed to results. For more information, please visit zebraanalytix.com
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