date:Nov 15, 2013
A biochip that could detect several viruses in bananas and potatoes has been developed in Taiwan, it was reported Wednesday.
The chip, co-developed by Chang Chin-an, a professor at Chaoyang University of Technology and Dr. Chip Biotech Inc., is expected to be released commercially in mid-2014, with annual sales projected at NT$200 million to NT$300 million.
Our edge lies in being able to test for several viruses simultaneously, Chang said.
Bananas and potatoes are major crops that are prone