Clinical Report: Oculomics Device Wins UK Funding

Overview

Occuity has received a £1.5 million grant to develop a handheld device for diabetes screening through eye scans. The SD1 device aims to assess diabetes risk by measuring advanced glycation end-products in the eye's crystalline lens.

Background

Diabetes poses a significant burden on healthcare systems, being a leading cause of severe complications such as kidney failure and blindness. Early identification of individuals at risk for diabetes is crucial for effective intervention and prevention. Current screening methods often require blood samples, which can be a barrier to access for many individuals.

Data Highlights

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Key Findings

• Occuity's SD1 device is designed for non-invasive diabetes risk assessment through eye scans.
• The device measures advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) linked to long-term glucose exposure.
• Funding was awarded through Innovate UK's Biomedical Catalyst 2025 program, with a success rate of 2.3% from 347 applications.
• Community optometry can facilitate earlier identification of individuals at risk for diabetes.
• Existing prevention programs can delay or prevent progression to type 2 diabetes, but early identification remains a challenge.

Clinical Implications

The SD1 device is designed for non-invasive diabetes risk assessment through eye scans, potentially facilitating earlier identification of individuals at risk for diabetes.

Conclusion

The development of the SD1 device is focused on advancing diabetes screening technology.

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