CF-ARIA
An international group of researchers and clinicians dedicated to advancing cystic fibrosis (CF) diagnostics in regions of the world where CF is often under- or mis-diagnosed using innovative micro- and nano-technologies.
Our patch is in development, not approved for clinical use
Created by The Georgetown Nanoscience and Microtechnology Laboratory (GNuLab)
Where would you like to start?
Each section stands on its own, so you do not have to read them in order.
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Section 1
Understanding Cystic Fibrosis
What CF is, how it is inherited, and why it makes airway mucus thick and hard to clear.
Read about cystic fibrosis -
Section 2
Missed Diagnosis in India
Why CF is routinely missed in India, what it gets mistaken for, and what to ask for.
Read about missed diagnosis -
Section 3
For Patients and Families
Why a diagnosis is worth pursuing, day-to-day treatment, practical adjustments that support your health, and where to find specialist care and support in India.
Open the patient guide -
Section 4
For Clinicians
Recognizing, confirming, and managing CF where testing is hard to reach, plus how our patch will be validated against sweat chloride testing.
Open the clinician guide
About the GNuLab
Our patch is being developed at the Georgetown Nanoscience and Microtechnology Laboratory (GNuLab), also known as the Paranjape Lab, a shared-use clean room in the Department of Physics at Georgetown University. It is directed by Dr. Makarand (Mak) Paranjape, Associate Professor of Physics.