An anti-counterfeiting system that implants unique plasma ‘fingerprints’ into glass has been awarded the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Enterprise Hub prize. The runners-up, however, are no less game-changing. They range from a blood filter that removes magnetised red blood cells infected with malaria, to a super-thin display for wearables that could find uses in glazing and jewellery, and a compact molecular lab for the home.
The Enterprise Hub was set up to help academics launch businesses, and provides mentorship as well as funding. Last year’s RAEng ERA Foundation Entrepreneurs’ Award winners included the engineer behind a low cost cancer research tool, and the designer of impact-absorbing clothing for the elderly.
By: Liat Clark,
