Toolkit/OptoAssay

OptoAssay

Assay Method·Research·Since 2021

Also known as: light-controlled assay

Taxonomy: Technique Branch / Method. Workflows sit above the mechanism and technique branches rather than replacing them.

Summary

OptoAssay is a light-controlled dynamic bioassay that integrates optogenetic switches to regulate assay behavior. It was introduced as the first light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics and enables wavelength-dependent, reversible control of assay components.

Usefulness & Problems

Why this is useful

OptoAssay is useful as a diagnostic assay format that replaces conventional fluid-handling steps with light-controlled assay dynamics. The reported concept is intended to support on-site analysis and may reduce dependence on external flow-control systems and separate signal readout devices when combined with smartphones.

Problem solved

OptoAssay addresses the need for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics. It specifically targets the challenge of controlling assay component movement and assay progression without external pumping or washing hardware.

Problem links

Need a controllable or interpretable biological readout

Derived

OptoAssay is a light-controlled dynamic bioassay that uses optogenetic switches to regulate assay behavior. It enables bidirectional movement of assay components through wavelength-dependent, reversible interactions and was introduced for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

Need precise spatiotemporal control with light input

Derived

OptoAssay is a light-controlled dynamic bioassay that uses optogenetic switches to regulate assay behavior. It enables bidirectional movement of assay components through wavelength-dependent, reversible interactions and was introduced for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

Taxonomy & Function

Primary hierarchy

Technique Branch

Method: A concrete measurement method used to characterize an engineered system.

Target processes

diagnostic

Input: Light

Implementation Constraints

cofactor dependency: cofactor requirement unknownencoding mode: genetically encodedimplementation constraint: context specific validationimplementation constraint: spectral hardware requirementoperating role: sensor

Implementation relies on integrating optogenetic switches into the assay architecture and controlling the system with light in a wavelength-dependent manner. The provided evidence does not specify the optogenetic proteins, illumination wavelengths, construct design, cofactors, or substrate materials beyond noting efficacy on various substrates.

The supplied evidence does not provide quantitative performance metrics, analyte scope, sensitivity, specificity, or direct comparisons to established diagnostic assays. Smartphone integration and resource-limited deployment are presented as proposed future applications rather than independently validated implementations in the provided evidence.

Validation

Cell-freeBacteriaMammalianMouseHumanTherapeuticIndep. Replication

Supporting Sources

Ranked Claims

Claim 1applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 2applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 3applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 4applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 5applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 6applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 7applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 8applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 9applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 10applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 11applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 12applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 13applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 14applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 15applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 16applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 17applicabilitysupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format
Claim 18future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 19future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 20future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 21future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 22future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 23future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 24future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 25future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 26future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 27future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 28future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 29future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 30future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 31future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 32future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 33future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 34future applicationsupports2024Source 2needs review

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings
Claim 35introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 36introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 37introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 38introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 39introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 40introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 41introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 42introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 43introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 44introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 45introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 46introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 47introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 48introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 49introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 50introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 51introductionsupports2024Source 2needs review

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 52mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 53mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 54mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 55mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 56mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 57mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 58mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 59mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 60mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 61mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 62mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 63mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 64mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 65mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 66mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 67mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 68mechanismsupports2024Source 2needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light
Claim 69performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 70performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 71performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 72performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 73performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 74performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 75performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 76performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 77performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 78performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 79performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 80performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 81performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 82performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 83performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 84performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 85performancesupports2024Source 2needs review

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests
limit of detection 8 pg ml^-1
Claim 86device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 87device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 88device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 89device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 90device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 91device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 92device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 93device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 94device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 95device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 96device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 97device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 98device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 99device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 100device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 101device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 102device integrationsupports2021Source 1needs review

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.
Claim 103introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 104introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 105introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 106introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 107introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 108introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 109introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 110introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 111introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 112introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 113introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 114introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 115introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 116introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 117introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 118introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 119introduction of methodsupports2021Source 1needs review

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics
Claim 120mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 121mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 122mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 123mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 124mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 125mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 126mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 127mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 128mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 129mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 130mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 131mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 132mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 133mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 134mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 135mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.
Claim 136mechanismsupports2021Source 1needs review

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.

Approval Evidence

2 sources8 linked approval claimsfirst-pass slug optoassay
we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay

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we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay

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applicabilitysupports

OptoAssay showed efficacy on various substrates and provides a dynamic bioassay format.

Demonstrating exceptional versatility, the OptoAssay showcases its efficacy on various substrates, delivering a dynamic bioassay format

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future applicationsupports

The authors propose that OptoAssays combined with smartphones could remove the need for external flow control systems and signal readout devices for on-site analysis in resource-limited settings.

In the future, combined with smartphones, OptoAssays could obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices, enabling on-site analysis in resource-limited settings

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introductionsupports

The paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce a light-controlled assay, OptoAssay, toward wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics

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mechanismsupports

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interactions of optogenetic switches to enable bidirectional movement of assay components by changing light wavelength.

with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bidirectional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light

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performancesupports

In calibration of a competitive model assay, OptoAssay achieved a limit of detection of 8 pg ml^-1, described as superior to conventional ELISA tests.

resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests

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device integrationsupports

When combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems such as pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

Combined with smartphones, OptoAssays obviate the need for external flow control systems like pumps or valves and signal readout devices.

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introduction of methodsupports

This paper introduces OptoAssay as a light-controlled assay for wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics.

we introduce the first light-controlled assay, the OptoAssay, towards wash- and pump-free point-of-care diagnostics

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mechanismsupports

OptoAssays use light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches to enable bi-directional movement of assay components by changing the wavelength of light.

Extending the capabilities of standard bioassays with light-dependent and reversible interaction of optogenetic switches, OptoAssays enable a bi-directional movement of assay components, only by changing the wavelength of light.

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Comparisons

Source-backed strengths

The available evidence indicates that OptoAssay provides a dynamic bioassay format and showed efficacy on various substrates. Its core advantage is reversible, wavelength-controlled operation of assay behavior through optogenetic switching, which supports bidirectional movement of assay components.

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resulting in a superior limit of detection of 8 pg ml<sup>-1</sup>, which is beyond those of conventional ELISA tests

Compared with fluorescence method

OptoAssay and fluorescence method address a similar problem space because they share diagnostic.

Shared frame: same top-level item type; shared target processes: diagnostic

Strengths here: appears more independently replicated.

OptoAssay and photoactivated CRISPR/Cas12a strategy address a similar problem space because they share diagnostic.

Shared frame: shared target processes: diagnostic; same primary input modality: light

Strengths here: appears more independently replicated; looks easier to implement in practice.

OptoAssay and tube-in-tube structure address a similar problem space because they share diagnostic.

Shared frame: shared target processes: diagnostic; same primary input modality: light

Strengths here: appears more independently replicated; looks easier to implement in practice.

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