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Oct 15, 2026 at 1:20 PM ET
UF Researchers Develop Mosquito-Virus Test Device
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University of Florida researchers created a diagnostic device for testing mosquito-borne viruses. The test uses a paper-based system to prepare samples and blue LED light to reveal results visible to the naked eye or capturable with a smartphone; it is described as relatively quick, inexpensive and requiring little training.
WHO: University of Florida researchers
WHAT: Researchers created a diagnostic device for testing mosquito-borne viruses.
WHEN: Reported Oct 15, 2026 at 1:09 PM ET
WHERE: Florida
WHY: The device was developed to test for mosquito-borne viruses.
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