Detect-Ion secures IARPA contract to develop Spectral sensor

Detect-Ion, a startup, secured a research contract with IARPA to develop a compact sensor platform called Spectral to detect hazardous aerosols in urban environments. The company will use AI and collaborate with three subcontractors. The final product will detect and collect aerosolized chemicals, even at low levels. Rapid detection is crucial for counterterrorism, emergency response, and public health. Last year, Detect-Ion also secured a contract with the Department of Defense to develop a handheld device for pathogen detection.