Research & Development

Forty projects. Four domains. One standard of evidence.

Our R&D pipeline runs from laboratory bench to industrial deployment: harm reduction chemistry, environmental mitigation, clean energy systems and frequency research. Every project is scoped against a named harm, a measurable outcome and a compliance pathway before it advances.

Industrial Research

Active projects

Research domains

Priority programmes

36mo

Pipeline horizon

Domain 01

Drug Testing & Detection

Revolutionising how people test and understand their substances — reducing overdose risk and improving harm-reduction outcomes.

Priority 01

GHB pH-Stabilized Solution

Problem

GHB solutions degrade over time; pH drift causes overdose risk as users cannot accurately measure doses.

Solution

Buffered GHB solution that maintains pH 7.5-8.0 for 6+ months with pre-measured dosing for accuracy.

How we achieve this

Month 1: Formulate citrate/phosphate buffer blend
Month 1-2: Stability testing at various temperatures
Month 2-3: UV-blocking bottle packaging development
Month 3: Regulatory approval and market launch

Priority 02

MDMA Serotonin Support Drink

Problem

MDMA depletes serotonin; "Suicide Tuesday" is common as users lack proper recovery support.

Solution

Ready-to-drink formula with 5-HTP, tryptophan, magnesium, B-vitamins, and electrolytes for optimal recovery.

How we achieve this

Month 1: Formulate optimal amino acid + mineral blend
Month 1-2: Stability testing and taste optimization
Month 2-3: Packaging and regulatory approval
Month 3-4: Festival partnerships and launch

Priority 03

Multi-Drug Test Strips (5-in-1)

Problem

Multiple strips needed for comprehensive testing; inconvenient and costly for users.

Solution

Single strip detecting fentanyl, xylazine, benzo, nitazene, and ketamine using multiplex lateral flow technology.

How we achieve this

Month 1-3: Antibody selection and optimization
Month 3-6: Strip manufacturing and sensitivity testing
Month 6-9: Field testing, regulatory approval, and launch

#04

Meth Temperature-Controlled Vaporizer

Problem

Smoking meth creates pyrolysis toxins from overheating, causing additional health damage.

Solution

Digital temperature-controlled vaporizer operating in 170-210°C optimal range to prevent toxin formation.

How we achieve this

Month 1-3: Prototype design with temperature sensor integration
Month 3-6: Testing, optimization, and safety certification
Month 6-8: Manufacturing setup and market launch

#05

Drink Spike Test (10-Drug Panel)

Problem

Current strips only test GHB + ketamine; many drugs used for spiking remain undetected.

Solution

10-drug beverage panel including scopolamine, flunitrazepam, and other common spiking agents.

How we achieve this

Month 1-2: Antibody screening for 10 targets
Month 2-4: Strip development and extraction optimization
Month 4-6: Testing, approval, and launch

#06

Stimulant Comedown Recovery Kit

Problem

Ad-hoc supplements don't address all recovery needs; users take ineffective combinations.

Solution

Pre-dosed kit with NAC, vitamin C, B-complex, and magnesium for comprehensive recovery support.

How we achieve this

Month 1: Formulate optimal recovery blend
Month 1-2: Stability testing and bioavailability studies
Month 2-3: Packaging and regulatory approval
Month 3-4: Marketing and launch

#07

Fentanyl 100X Sensitivity Strips

Problem

Current strips miss low-concentration fentanyl with 20 ng/mL detection limits.

Solution

Physics-optimized strips detecting 0.2 ng/mL (100x better sensitivity) through UCSD collaboration.

How we achieve this

Month 1-4: Physics model optimization
Month 4-8: Strip manufacturing and sensitivity validation
Month 8-12: Field testing, regulatory approval, and launch

#08

Smart Volumetric Syringes

Problem

Manual syringe measurements have 20% error for small doses, especially with GHB/GBL.

Solution

Digital volume readout syringes for precise GHB/GBL dosing with minimal error.

How we achieve this

Month 1-3: Prototype design and sensor integration
Month 3-5: Testing and accuracy validation
Month 5-7: Manufacturing, certification, and launch

#09

Drug Checking Mobile App

Problem

Siloed drug checking results with no real-time data or community alerts.

Solution

App-based sample submission with real-time drug supply alerts and data aggregation.

How we achieve this

Month 1-3: App development and database architecture
Month 3-6: Integration with testing labs and beta testing
Month 6-9: Launch, marketing, and user acquisition

#10

Reagent Color Reader App

Problem

Subjective color interpretation in reagent testing leads to errors.

Solution

Phone camera with AI for accurate color analysis and substance identification.

How we achieve this

Month 1-2: Color database creation and AI training
Month 2-4: App development and testing
Month 4-6: Beta testing and launch

Domain 02

Environmental Solutions

Tackling climate change, pollution and resource depletion with technologies that scale from the home bench to industrial deployment.

Priority 01

Modular Home Direct Air Capture

Problem

Current DAC costs $600/ton CO₂; only large industrial plants exist, no home solutions.

Solution

$100/ton modular home units capturing 1 ton/year per unit with breakthrough sorbent chemistry.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: Sorbent material optimization (amine-functionalized)
Month 6-12: Prototype testing and efficiency validation
Month 12-18: Manufacturing setup, regulatory approval, and launch

Priority 02

Microplastic Home Water Filters

Problem

Microplastics in drinking water with no home filtration solutions available.

Solution

Tap attachment filtering particles smaller than 10 microns using advanced membrane technology.

How we achieve this

Month 1-3: Membrane material selection and testing
Month 3-6: Prototype development and filtration testing
Month 6-9: Manufacturing, certification, and launch

Priority 03

Phytoremediation Services

Problem

Brownfield sites contaminated with heavy metals; cleanup costs are prohibitive.

Solution

Commercial cleanup using hyperaccumulator plants for natural, cost-effective remediation.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: Plant species selection and pilot testing
Month 6-12: Site trials and efficiency optimization
Month 12-18: Commercial scaling and service launch

#04

Biodegradable Performance Plastics

Problem

Biodegradable plastics lack performance of traditional plastics for single-use items.

Solution

Performance-matched biopolymers suitable for all single-use applications.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: Polymer formulation and property testing
Month 6-12: Performance optimization and scaling
Month 12-18: Manufacturing, partnerships, and launch

#05

Carbon-Negative Concrete

Problem

Concrete production accounts for 8% of global CO₂ emissions.

Solution

Mineral carbonation concrete that captures CO₂ during the curing process.

How we achieve this

Month 1-9: Carbonation process optimization
Month 9-18: Structural testing and certification
Month 18-24: Manufacturing setup and construction partnerships

#06

Algae Carbon Sequestration

Problem

Industrial flue gas emissions remain untreated; CO₂ continues to accumulate.

Solution

Algae bioreactors capturing CO₂ from factory emissions with valuable algae byproducts.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: Algae strain selection and bioreactor design
Month 6-12: Pilot testing at industrial sites
Month 12-18: Scaling and commercial deployment

#07

Smart Irrigation Systems

Problem

Agriculture uses 70% of freshwater with highly inefficient delivery systems.

Solution

AI-optimized water delivery with IoT sensors for 50% water reduction.

How we achieve this

Month 1-4: Sensor development and AI algorithm creation
Month 4-8: Field testing and optimization
Month 8-12: Commercial deployment and farmer training

#08

Atmospheric Water Generators

Problem

Water scarcity in arid regions affects millions globally.

Solution

Solar-powered community water harvesters using advanced desiccant materials.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: Desiccant material optimization
Month 6-10: Prototype testing in arid conditions
Month 10-15: Community pilot and scaling

#09

Urban Composting Networks

Problem

Organic waste comprises 50% of landfill, generating methane emissions.

Solution

City-wide organic waste anaerobic digestion with biogas recovery.

How we achieve this

Month 1-8: System design and pilot facility construction
Month 8-15: City-wide rollout and collection system
Month 15-24: Optimization and biogas utilization

#10

Vertical Farming Retrofits

Problem

Food transportation creates high carbon footprint; urban food deserts exist.

Solution

Retrofit urban buildings with hydroponic farms for local produce.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: System design and nutrient optimization
Month 6-12: Building pilot installations
Month 12-18: Commercial scaling and produce distribution

Domain 03

Free & Clean Energy

Re-engineering energy generation, storage and distribution around renewable inputs and circular material flows.

Priority 01

Perovskite Solar Windows

Problem

Traditional solar panels don't work on building facades; urban energy generation limited.

Solution

30%+ efficient transparent solar windows for skyscrapers and building-integrated PV.

How we achieve this

Month 1-9: Perovskite formulation and transparency optimization
Month 9-18: Efficiency testing and stability validation
Month 18-24: Building pilot and commercial scaling

Priority 02

Piezoelectric Road Systems

Problem

Road infrastructure generates no energy; traffic energy is wasted.

Solution

Piezoelectric tiles in high-traffic road areas generating grid-connected power.

How we achieve this

Month 1-9: Material selection and tile design
Month 9-15: Road pilot installation and testing
Month 15-24: Scaling and grid integration

Priority 03

Thermoelectric Waste Heat Recovery

Problem

Industry loses 50%+ energy as waste heat; efficiency losses continue.

Solution

Thermoelectric generators capturing industrial waste heat and converting to electricity.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: Material optimization and efficiency testing
Month 6-12: Industrial pilot installations
Month 12-18: Commercial deployment and scaling

#04

Solid-State Batteries

Problem

Current batteries have limited density and safety concerns; grid storage inadequate.

Solution

10x density solid-state batteries for grid storage and EV applications.

How we achieve this

Month 1-12: Electrolyte formulation and cell testing
Month 12-24: Pack assembly and cycle testing
Month 24-36: Manufacturing setup and commercial launch

#05

Radiative Cooling Power Generators

Problem

Solar only works during day; night energy gap exists.

Solution

Roof devices generating power from night-time radiative cooling (MIT collaboration).

How we achieve this

Month 1-8: Material optimization and efficiency testing
Month 8-15: Prototype deployment and power validation
Month 15-21: Manufacturing and commercial launch

#06

Wave Energy Converters

Problem

Ocean energy untapped; coastal cities need renewable power.

Solution

Grid-connected wave energy arrays for coastal city power generation.

How we achieve this

Month 1-12: Converter design and ocean testing
Month 12-24: Array deployment and grid connection
Month 24-36: Scaling and optimization

#07

Small Modular Reactors (SMR)

Problem

Baseload renewable power needed for cities; nuclear perception negative.

Solution

Neighborhood micro-reactors (10-50 MW) providing safe, clean baseload power.

How we achieve this

Month 1-18: Reactor design and safety certification
Month 18-36: Pilot plant construction and testing
Month 36-48: Commercial deployment and scaling

#08

Kinetic Energy Flooring

Problem

Public spaces generate no energy from foot traffic; energy opportunity wasted.

Solution

Piezoelectric flooring for gyms, stadiums, and transit hubs.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: Tile design and energy output testing
Month 6-12: Venue pilot installations
Month 12-18: Commercial scaling and optimization

#09

Transparent Solar Windows

Problem

Buildings consume 40% of energy with no generation capability.

Solution

Organic PV windows generating power while maintaining transparency.

How we achieve this

Month 1-8: Organic PV formulation and transparency testing
Month 8-15: Window integration and efficiency validation
Month 15-21: Building pilots and commercial launch

#10

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Generators

Problem

Home backup power relies on diesel generators; pollution continues.

Solution

Residential hydrogen generators from electrolysis for clean backup power.

How we achieve this

Month 1-9: Electrolyzer design and efficiency testing
Month 9-18: Fuel cell integration and home pilot
Month 18-24: Manufacturing and commercial launch

Domain 04

Frequency & Color Spectrum

Harnessing sound, light and vibration for wellness, recovery and measured quality-of-life outcomes.

Priority 01

40 Hz Home Neurostimulation

Problem

Alzheimer's & dementia lack effective treatments; 50M+ people affected globally.

Solution

Home neurostimulation devices using 40 Hz binaural beats for brainwave entrainment.

How we achieve this

Month 1-3: Frequency optimization and clinical research review
Month 3-6: Device prototype and user testing
Month 6-12: Clinical trials, regulatory approval, and launch

Priority 02

Smart Circadian Lighting Systems

Problem

Sleep disorders epidemic; artificial light disrupts circadian rhythm for 1B+ people.

Solution

Full-spectrum adaptive lighting with biometric sensors for circadian optimization.

How we achieve this

Month 1-4: Light spectrum optimization and sensor integration
Month 4-8: Home pilot testing and algorithm refinement
Month 8-12: Manufacturing, certification, and launch

Priority 03

Sound Frequency Pain Relief

Problem

Opioid crisis continues; 200M+ people with chronic pain need alternatives.

Solution

Consumer vibroacoustic devices (40-250 Hz) for non-opioid pain relief.

How we achieve this

Month 1-4: Frequency mapping and clinical research
Month 4-8: Device development and efficacy testing
Month 8-12: Clinical trials, approval, and launch

#04

Full-Spectrum Home Saunas

Problem

Wellness centers expensive; home infrared options limited.

Solution

Home full-spectrum infrared saunas with color therapy integration.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: IR emitter optimization and color integration
Month 6-10: Prototype testing and health outcome studies
Month 10-15: Manufacturing, certification, and launch

#05

Biometric Mood Lighting

Problem

Mental health crisis; environment affects mood but no responsive solutions exist.

Solution

RGB lighting that responds to biometric stress markers for mood optimization.

How we achieve this

Month 1-4: Sensor integration and color algorithm development
Month 4-8: Home pilot testing and mood correlation studies
Month 8-12: Manufacturing, app development, and launch

#06

Frequency-Specific Microcurrent

Problem

Anti-aging treatments expensive; limited home options available.

Solution

Home facial devices using frequency-specific microcurrent for skin cell stimulation.

How we achieve this

Month 1-4: Frequency optimization and skin testing
Month 4-8: Device development and efficacy studies
Month 8-12: Clinical trials, approval, and launch

#07

Whole-Body Vibration Recovery

Problem

Athletes need recovery; current methods are limited and expensive.

Solution

Home whole-body vibration platforms for muscle recovery and performance.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: Platform design and frequency optimization
Month 6-10: Athlete testing and recovery outcome studies
Month 10-15: Manufacturing, certification, and launch

#08

Light Frequency Depression Treatment

Problem

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) & depression rising; limited home treatments.

Solution

10,000 lux full-spectrum daily therapy systems for depression management.

How we achieve this

Month 1-6: Light spectrum optimization and clinical research
Month 6-10: Device testing and depression outcome studies
Month 10-15: Clinical trials, approval, and launch

#09

Sound Bath Home Immersion

Problem

Stress & anxiety epidemic; retreats are expensive and inaccessible.

Solution

Home multi-speaker sound immersion systems for stress reduction.

How we achieve this

Month 1-4: Speaker configuration and sound mapping
Month 4-8: Home pilot testing and stress outcome studies
Month 8-12: Manufacturing, app integration, and launch

#10

Full-Spectrum Healing Chambers

Problem

Holistic health fragmented; no integrated home solutions exist.

Solution

Home wellness pods combining light, sound, and vibration for integrated therapy.

How we achieve this

Month 1-8: System integration and therapy protocol development
Month 8-15: Pilot testing and health outcome studies
Month 15-21: Manufacturing, certification, and launch

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