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Commercialisation and scale up of a Vaginal Microbiome Screening service with a menstrual tampon collection device and a digital layer to provide diagnosis, disease risk evaluation and aftercare.

Project description

Convenient, at-home screening for gynaecological health

Every year, countless women face the silent threats of undetected gynaecological issues, from sexually transmitted infections (STIs) to vaginal infections. Traditional screenings can be cumbersome and often miss crucial factors. With this in mind, the EU-funded Vaginal Microbiome Screening (VMS) project brings a revolutionary solution to the table. Using a simple menstrual tampon, VMS promises to transform the accuracy and ease of screening for STIs, vaginal infections and HPV, unlocking vital insights into women's reproductive health. VMS boasts a proprietary DNA extraction protocol and can identify 16 different factors simultaneously. This pioneering project aims to empower women with convenient, at-home screening and personalised care.

Objective

VMS is a home-based gynaecological test kit, using a menstrual tampon for sample collection. VMS will improve the accuracy and convenience with which STI, vaginal infections and HPV screening is undertaken.
Daye has patented the proprietary protocol for DNA extraction from a tampon for PCR analysis, testing for 16 different factors at a time. VMS can be used to detect vaginal dysbiosis, HPV and STIs, like chlamydia, gonorrhea and trichomoniasis. Vaginal microbiome screening with VMS will unlock invaluable insights into our customers’ vaginal health. There’s a direct correlation between vaginal microbiome health and the likelihood of contracting an STI, developing a gynecological cancer, experiencing fertility and pregnancy challenges, as well as susceptibility to recurrent vaginal and urethral infections.
Post screen, VMS will offer comprehensive aftercare, including prescriptions, doctor consultations, booking in-person visits, and vaginal microbiome enhancement plan with probiotics

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Coordinator

TAMPONENI INOVATSII OOD
Net EU contribution
€ 2 499 999,00
Address
41A ROZHEN BLVD
1271 SOFIA
Bulgaria

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SME

The organization defined itself as SME (small and medium-sized enterprise) at the time the Grant Agreement was signed.

Yes
Region
Югозападна и Южна централна България Югозападен София (столица)
Activity type
Private for-profit entities (excluding Higher or Secondary Education Establishments)
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Total cost
€ 3 794 918,75