Pilot Project Implementation Schedule

Assuming a June 2007 start, a 3-year development schedule leading up to the demonstration of the first prototype LOC is illustrated in three phases below:

Phase 1

June 2007:  Develop biofunctionalized microelectrodes for molecule detection. Optimize the electrical parameters for detection. Design and simulate CMOS circuitry for signal detection and amplification. Compile electrochemical data for glucose, cholesterol, and triglycerides detection.
December 2007: Integrate biofunctionalized microelectrodes, microfluidic channels and test microneedles to make up the prototype SOC on a blank silicon substrate.

Phase 2

June 2008:  Initiate CMOS fab runs. Optimize the CMOS drive electronics.
December 2008: Integrate and packaging of microfluidics, biofunctionalized electrode on the CMOS chip.

Phase 3

June 2009:  System integration and testing in simulated space environment
December 2009: Demonstration of product readiness for spaceflight.