Contact David Fadimu

Areas of expertise

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Biosensors & Diagnostics
  • Environment and Health
  • Instrumentation, Sensors and Measurement Science
  • Monitoring and Environmental Informatics
  • Sensor Technologies
  • Water Science and Engineering

Background

David is a PhD researcher at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ specialising in advanced biosensing technologies for wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE). He focuses on developing low-cost, rapid and field-deployable biosensors to detect chemical and biological biomarkers for real-time public health monitoring, early epidemic warning, drug use monitoring and wastewater analysis.

His work, part of a larger research effort, includes developing novel biosensing systems such as paper-based devices, CRISPR/Cas detection, microfluidics and advanced sensor technologies for multiplex pathogen detection. He also advances sample preparation techniques for complex wastewater matrices, enabling on-site surveillance of infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance and emerging public health threats. His research is particularly relevant for detecting viruses like influenza, bacteria linked to infectious diseases and metabolites like caffeine and antibiotics.

David’s work aligns with efforts to develop point-of-care diagnostics, nano-electrochemical sensing platforms and wearable biosensors for public health applications. He holds an MSc in Biotechnology, Bioprocessing and Business Management, and a BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science from the University of Warwick. He is passionate about translating cutting-edge biosensing research into practical healthcare solutions, leveraging AI and ML.

The research program is dedicated to the development of new sensors that address the Water-Environment-Health nexus, underpinned by sensing mechanisms to design and fabricate novel testing devices.

Current activities

PhD Student - Biosensors for Wastewater-based Epidemiology

Biotechnology, Engineering and Public Health - Water Science Institute (FEAS)

Clients

  • UK Research and Innovation
  • Home Office
  • Environment Agency
  • Anglian Water