DirectSens

DirectSens is an Austrian biotechnology company that develops highly sensitive and selective biosensors based on its proprietary direct electron transfer (DET) technology. By utilizing specially engineered enzymes, the company's sensors can transfer electrons directly to electrodes without the need for chemical mediators, resulting in superior stability and accuracy. Their product portfolio includes the LactoSens and MaltoSens systems, which are widely used in the food and beverage industry for rapid quality control. Additionally, DirectSens is leveraging its platform to develop next-generation continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) solutions for the medical sector, specifically targeting diabetes management. The company is a spin-off from the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (BOKU) in Vienna and is headquartered in Klosterneuburg.