The Biosensing and Bioanalysis Group at the Institut de Biotecnologia i de Biomedicina (IBB), Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), is inviting expressions of interest from outstanding postdoctoral researchers interested in jointly preparing a proposal for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 call. The opportunity focuses on portable CRISPR/Cas electrochemical biosensing for One Health diagnostics. The Read More
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BioEclosion and UAB featured by the European Commission’s Innovation Radar for a market-ready rapid diagnostic biosensor
A rapid diagnostic technology developed by BioEclosion and the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) has been assessed by the European Commission’s Innovation Radar and classified as “Market Ready”, with “Market Creation Potential: Noteworthy”. The European Commission, through its Innovation Radar initiative, has evaluated and selected an innovation developed within the EU-funded EChiLiBRiST project. The innovation Read More
New open-access paper in Biosensors and Bioelectronics. Biotin-specific MIPs as a biomimetic test line in lateral flow assays
We are happy to share our new open-access publication in Biosensors and Bioelectronics: “Biotin-specific molecularly imprinted polymers as a biomimetic test line in lateral flow assays” (Volume 298, 15 April 2026, Article 118415). Lateral flow assays are widely used for rapid point-of-care testing, but their reliance on biological receptors can limit long-term stability, scalability, and Read More
Open-access article in Biosensors and Bioelectronics: plasma exosomes for Alzheimer’s risk stratification
We are pleased to share our new open-access publication in Biosensors and Bioelectronics: “Electrochemical biosensor for early Alzheimer’s detection and patient risk stratification using plasma exosomes” (Volume 292, 15 January 2026, Article 118061). In this work, we developed an immunoassay to isolate plasma brain-derived exosomes using magnetic particles functionalized with an anti-neuroligin-3 (NLGN3) antibody, and Read More
Opening keynote at I3S 2025. Portable electrochemical biosensing for exosome-based diagnostics
I had the honor of opening the 11th International Symposium on Sensor Science (I3S 2025) in Barcelona Casa de Convalescencia as a keynote speaker. It was a fantastic opportunity to share our latest work with an international community focused on sensor science and to connect with colleagues working across electrochemical, bioanalytical, and implantable sensing technologies. Read More
TMSB 2025 highlights. Contributions in biosensors and point-of-care diagnostics, including Plenary lecture and Best Poster Award
The Biosensors and Bioanalysis Group (UAB) participated in the XXIX Transfrontier Meeting on Sensors and Biosensors (TMSB 2025), held in Tarragona on 18–19 September 2025. The participation included a plenary lecture, an oral communication, and several poster presentations in the framework with the collaboration with BioEclosion, reflecting ongoing work on portable biosensing, electrochemical platforms, and Read More
Reconeixement a la Recerca: entre les 1.000 millors investigadores d’Espanya amb 21 companyes de la UAB
Molt contenta de compartir que he estat reconeguda com una de les 1.000 millors investigadores d’Espanya segons el rànquing de Research.com, i una de les 22 representants de la Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona en aquesta classificació. És un honor formar part d’aquesta comunitat científica i continuar contribuint a la recerca des de la UAB. Aquest reconeixement Read More
BioEclosion at 4YFN 2025 Mobile World Congress. Advancing Innovation in Diagnostics
We are thrilled to announce that BioEclosion will be participating in 4 Years From Now (4YFN), the premier event for startups, held under the umbrella of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona from March 3-6, 2025. As a spin-off of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), BioEclosion is proud to be among the pioneering companies featured at the UAB stand (8.1C42). At Read More
Jennifer Marfà Mora Thesis Defense at UAB
On Thursday, December 19 2025, in the Sala de Graus at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Jennifer Marfà Mora presented her doctoral thesis titled “Molecularly Imprinted Polymers targeting small labels for biomolecular design and their integration into paper-based diagnostic platforms.” The examination committee was composed of Prof. Merce Martí Ripoll as president Dr. Luciano Sappia, Read More
Outstanding Thesis Award for Arnau Pallarès Rusiñol
We are proud to announce that Arnau Pallarès Rusiñol, a member of our research group, has been granted the Outstanding Thesis Award for his doctoral work: “Novel Methods for the Detection of Exosomes as Biomarkers for Noncommunicable Diseases” The ceremony program is available on the Doctoral School’s website under the November 2024 tab. You can Read More
Participation of the B&B Team in the XXVIII Transfrontier Meeting on Sensors and Biosensors. Highlighting achievements with award-winning presentation
The XXVIII Transfrontier Meeting on Sensors and Biosensors (TMSB 2024) took place on September 26-27, 2024, at the Institute of Agrifood Research and Technology (IRTA) in La Ràpita, Spain. The conference brought together researchers and professionals from the Euroregion, focusing on recent advancements in sensor and biosensor technologies. Hosted by IRTA and organized by the Read More
Train PhD students to be thinkers not just specialists
Gundula Bosch, director of the R3 Graduate Science Initiative at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, emphasizes the need for PhD programs to foster critical thinking and broader intellectual skills rather than producing narrowly focused specialists. Bosch highlights that current PhD curricula in biomedical sciences often prioritize detailed knowledge of specific topics, over a Read More
Participation in the Health Revolution Congress. New Era on Medical Device
María Isabel Pividori, CTO at Bioeclosion, participated in the Health Revolution Congress on May 16th in Barcelona, in the framework of the event organized by eurecat on Agile codesign, prototyping & industrialization. This event served as a premier forum for the latest advancements in medical technology and digital health innovation. Date: May 16th, 2024Time: 11:30 Read More
Participation of the B&B team in the 8th International Conference on Bio-Sensing Technology
Highlights from the 8th International Conference on Bio-Sensing Technology in Seville! We are pleased to share our contributions from the Autonomous University of Barcelona. Their work spans several innovative studies in the field of biosensing technologies. Exosome-based Biosensing Platforms for Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease Integration of Molecularly Imprinted Polymers into Paper-Based Nucleic Acid Lateral Read More
New study published on rapid diagnostic method for Paracoccidioidomycosis
A new paper titled “Carbon Nanoparticle–based Lateral Flow Assay for the Detection of Specific Double-Tagged DNA Amplicons of Paracoccidioides spp.” has been published in Microchimica Acta. This research introduces a lateral flow assay (LFA) that uses carbon nanoparticles for the detection of Paracoccidioides spp., a significant causative agent of paracoccidioidomycosis (PCM). The study, authored by Read More
Mireia Bernuz Gimeno Thesis Defense at UAB
On April 22nd at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Mireia Bernuz Gimeno presented her doctoral thesis titled “In vitro diagnostic designs for applications in health care.” This event was presided over by an esteemed committee including Maria Dolores Jaraquemada Perez De Guzman from the Department of Cellular Biology, Physiology, and Immunology at UAB as president, Read More
Validating smartphone-based optical readouts as alternatives to benchtop equipment in low-resource settings
We are excited to share the recent publication of a significant research study in Talanta, titled “Evaluating smartphone-based optical readouts for immunoassays in human and veterinary healthcare: A comparative study”. Authored by Melania Mesas Gómez, Esther Julián, Lara Armengou, and Maria Isabel Pividori, this study explores the integration of smartphone technology in diagnostic processes, presenting Read More
SUSNANO Spring School: A Convergence of Ideas in Nanotechnology and Environmental Science
I had the wonderful opportunity to participate in the SUSNANO Spring School, held at the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2). This conference was focused on “Electrochemical Nanobiosensors for Environmental Diagnostics” and brought together a diverse group of experts and learners who are passionate about advancing sustainable technologies for environmental health. In my keynote Read More
Advancing Breast Cancer Diagnosis. Peptide-Based Biosensing of Exosomes published in Biosensors and Bioelectronics
Peptide-based biosensing approaches for targeting breast cancer-derived exosomes https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bios.2024.116211 Our recent publication in Biosensors and Bioelectronics introduces a novel peptide-based biosensor designed for the detection of exosomes derived from breast cancer cells. This study represents a significant advancement in non-invasive diagnostic tools for cancer, aiming to improve early detection and patient outcomes. Key Highlights of Read More
Melania Mesas Gómez defends her Doctoral Thesis at UAB
On March 1st, at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Melania Mesas Gómez successfully defended her doctoral thesis, titled “In vitro diagnostic tests and biosensing devices for pathogenic bacteria in clinical and environmental settings.” This significant academic milestone was overseen by an esteemed tribunal, including the president of the committee, Susana Campoy Sanchez from UAB’s Department Read More