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Revision as of 21:55, 13 March 2012
Problem being addressed
In remote areas and resource-limited settings, clinics may lack expensive, electric nebulizers to induce sputum samples for tuberculosis diagnosis and respiratory treatments.
Detailed description of the solution
The Human Powered Nebulizer is pedaled like a bicycle. The health care provider pedals while the patient induces a sputum sample or receives treatment. This technology is inexpensive and portable, putting respiratory treatment and diagnostics in the hands of even the most remote clinics.
Designed by
- Designed by: The Human Powered Nebulizer Project at Marquette University. Official website here.
- Manufacturing: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
When and where it was tested/implemented
Clinical trials are currently being conducted in South Africa and El Salvador.
Funding Source
Private funding provided by Marquette University. Funding also provided through the National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Alliance (a philanthropic competition).
References
Peer-reviewed publication
Kranzer K, Olson L, van Shaik N, et al. (2011.) Quality of induced sputum using a human-powered nebuliser in a mobile human immunodeficiency virus testing service in South Africa. Int J Tuberc Lung Dis 15(8):1078-81.
Other internally generated reports
Human Powered Nebulizer Project. (2010.) Human Powered Nebulizer Project NCIIA pitch. Youtube available here.
Human Powered Nebulizer Project. (2010.) The HPN in Masiphumelele, South Africa. Youtube available here.
Externally generated reports
National Collegiate Inventor & Innovator Alliance. (2010.) Top 3 March Madness for the Mind videos announced. Link available here.