Biomedical Technology

HK-Dtech Limited

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72 Potential

Decision Maker

Mr. Laurent Koehler
lkoehler@hk-dtech.com
97307907
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Raw Description
HK Dtech. a spinoff company from Hong Kong Baptist University, specialises in in-vitro diagnostic and cell-imaging. We develop and manufacture ultra-performant fluorescent nanoparticles with unique features to improve the detection of various biomarkers for scientific research and medical diagnosis, offering higher detection sensitivity with user-friendly protocols applied in various molecular and cellular biology techniques. Their unique features enable the discovery of any kind of biomarkers in various type of samples and level of concentration, including undetected biomarkers. | The technology resulted from a collaboration between Hong Kong and French experts in nanoparticles synthesis, spectroscopy, medical imaging and IVD techniques. | Description | Develop and manufacture fluorescent nanoparticles for healthcare and life sciences applications || Product | Bright-Dtech™ Nanoparticles | They are extremely bright and stable fluorophore nanoparticles, showing exceptional performance in fluorescent analysis applications such as lateral flow tests, fluorescent ELISA, immunofluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry and western blot. BDT are resistant to photobleaching, and 40x brighter than other fluorophores, bringing exceptional levels of detection to assays and diagnostics. | Link-Dtech™ Conjugation kits for Antibodies | The kits allow covalent linkage reactions to be readily carried without access to specialist chemistry capabilities. They are designed to be specific for a given linkage chemistry, amine or thiol, and a given analyte type, antibodies, with rapid reaction times of 30 or 60 minutes.

Strategic Analysis

Executive Brief

HK-Dtech Limited is a high-growth life sciences spinoff specializing in ultra-performant fluorescent nanoparticles (Bright-Dtech™) for in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) and cellular imaging. Their core value proposition lies in achieving 40x higher brightness and superior photostability compared to traditional fluorophores, enabling the detection of previously "invisible" biomarkers in low concentrations.

Strategic Fit & Lead Score

Lead Score: 72 (Adjacent Tech / Strong Potential)

Why this Score? HK-Dtech is currently a leader in lanthanide-based nanoparticle technology. However, the next frontier for "non-bleaching" and "ultra-bright" bio-imaging is Fluorescent Nanodiamonds (FNDs). By leveraging 6C's MPCVD technology, HK-Dtech can expand their portfolio from chemical fluorophores to quantum-grade diamond nanoparticles containing Nitrogen-Vacancy (NV) centers. This would allow them to enter the Quantum Bio-Sensing market, where 6C provides the essential high-purity diamond material and growth systems.

6C Solutions Proposal

Application Area 6C Solution Technical Value Prop
Next-Gen Fluorophores NV-Doped SCD Feedstock Provide ultra-pure Single Crystal Diamond (SCD) with controlled Nitrogen-Vacancy (NV) density for milling into Fluorescent Nanodiamonds (FNDs). Zero photobleaching and infinite shelf life.
Hybrid IVD Sensors BDD Electrodes Integrate Boron Doped Diamond (BDD) thin films into their diagnostic kits for dual-mode detection: Optical (Fluorescence) + Electrochemical (BDD Sensing).
Bio-Imaging Optics PCD Optical Windows High-transmittance Polycrystalline Diamond (PCD) windows for high-power laser microscopy used to excite their Bright-Dtech™ particles without thermal lensing.
In-House Material R&D Custom MPCVD Reactor Enable HK-Dtech to grow their own proprietary doped diamond nanoparticles or coatings, tailored specifically for their conjugation chemistries.
Microfluidic Lab-on-Chip Diamond Coating Services Apply direct diamond coatings to microfluidic channels to prevent protein adsorption and ensure 100% biocompatibility for sensitive cell-sorting apps.

Engagement Hooks

  • Technical Question: "Your Bright-Dtech™ particles offer exceptional photostability, but for long-term (multi-day) live-cell tracking or T1-relaxation magnetic sensing, have you considered moving toward an NV-center Diamond architecture to eliminate the possibility of chemical degradation entirely?"
  • Value Statement: "6C can provide the high-purity diamond substrates and MPCVD growth systems necessary for HK-Dtech to transition from high-performance fluorophores to Quantum-grade bio-diagnostic tools, increasing your detection sensitivity by another order of magnitude."