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2025 AB Nexus Grant - Jun Ye
Using quantum sensing to detect pneumonia and asthma in children.
Principal Investigators: Lilliam Ambroggio, PhD (CU Anschutz) and Jun Ye, PhD (CU Boulder)
Using quantum sensing and advanced laser technologies, this project aims to develop a new breath test to help doctors quickly and safely differentiate between bacterial pneumonia, viral infections and asthma in children. By analyzing a child’s breath molecules, the team hopes to improve the process of diagnosis, reduce unnecessary treatments, and create a portable tool for use in hospitals and clinics.