Scott Barnum, Ph.D., and postdoctoral fellow Theresa Ramos, Ph.D., have partnered with Kypha Inc., a St. Louis-based company focused on complement proteins and lateral flow assays, to develop a diagnostic test to rapidly and inexpensively discriminate between bacterial and viral meningitis. This kind of test would be a valuable tool for the emergency room physician, according to Barnum.

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Read more:
“UAB, industry partnership could lead to first rapid test for bacterial meningitis,” by Nicole Wyatt. UAB School of Medicine News, January 21, 2015.

"This simple meningitis test could save money and lives—and open a new window on inflammation," by Matt Windsor. The Mix, January 23, 2015.