What if advanced molecular diagnostics could travel directly to where they are needed most?

 

The CZU mobiLAB 2.0 project is making this a reality. Developed as a modular molecular-biology laboratory, mobiLAB 2.0 enables high-precision scientific analysis using RT-qPCR directly in field and remote locations. This means that results no longer depend on distant laboratories, data can be generated, analysed, and interpreted on-site, in real time.

 

At its core, mobiLAB 2.0 is designed to accelerate decision-making in critical situations. Its speed and accuracy allow end-users to monitor research outcomes immediately, supporting faster responses in both scientific and applied contexts. One key example is the in-situ monitoring of African Swine Fever in high-risk areas. By enabling on-the-ground detection, the system supports rapid containment measures that can significantly reduce the spread and impact of outbreaks.

 

Beyond this, mobiLAB 2.0 supports certified methodologies for detecting pathogens such as West Nile Virus (WNV) and Lyme borreliosis (LB) under field conditions. This capability allows for accurate, real-time mapping of pathogen occurrence directly at the site, enabling immediate and targeted preventive actions in affected areas. The strength of mobiLAB 2.0 lies in its versatility. Molecular diagnostic methods such as qPCR have a broad range of applications, and this mobile laboratory is designed to serve multiple disciplines. It can process diverse sample types, including environmental samples (water, soil, plants), veterinary materials (faeces, hair, tissue), and medical samples (blood, saliva, swabs). This flexibility makes it a valuable tool for research teams, veterinary services, and medical organisations working in pathogen diagnostics.

 

BRT Director Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hynek Roubík is a co-author of the project, working alongside Dr. Jiří Černý and other team members. This contribution highlights BRT’s engagement in advancing applied research solutions that bridge scientific innovation with real world needs!

 

By extending advanced analytical capabilities beyond traditional laboratory settings, CZU mobiLAB 2.0 is helping bridge the gap between research and real-world application. It opens new possibilities for rapid, efficient, and highly specific molecular analysis, wherever it is needed.

 

More information on the project website: HERE

 

The project was supported by the Technology Agency of the Czech Republic (TAČR) under the SIGMA programme, Subprogramme 4, DC1: Support for “Proof of Concept” activities (project registration number TACR2315001).