Innovative Detection Concepts
Innovative Detection Concepts

Perfecting the Art & Science of Detection

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iDC Provides Solutions and Early Detection through Innovation and Technology

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Perfecting the Art & Science of Detection

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Why iDC

Innovative Detection Concepts (iDC), a for-profit, Veteran-owned company, formed in 2014 as a Florida International University (FIU) start-up company based on the science of two FIU professors developing detector dogs to detect asymptomatic avocado trees infected with the ‘laurel wilt' pathogen. This early canine detection combined with quick therapeutic action with an infusion of fungicides into the sick trees proved effective to save the trees and groves. Our canine detection capabilities have expanded to include invasive species and disease such as COVID -19.  Based on the convergence of the mission of iDC and the non-profit Redland Ahead, Inc., iDC is now operated and managed under Redland Ahead, Inc. iDC will continue to operate as a for-profit company with the net proceeds being donated to Redland Ahead, Inc.

How We Help

Dogs have highly sensitive senses and can learn to recognize symptoms from many types of disorders. In our work, they are not taught to react to symptoms, but to scent. This method of screening could also be proven useful for low-income countries and regions where access to vaccinations and testing may not readily be available.

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Kelsey Walling/Tribune-Herald John Mills holds onto Cobra, a COVID-19 detecting dog, before meeting with students Tuesday at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences

Kelsey Walling/Tribune-Herald From left, Maria Edfrancesca Aurelio, Aukai McDaniel and Wairimu Kimit

 Kelsey Walling/Tribune-Herald From left, Maria Edfrancesca Aurelio, Aukai McDaniel and Wairimu Kimiti  pet Cobra, a COVID-19 detecting dog, during recess Tuesday at Volcano  School of Arts and Sciences. 

We are proud to announce that our rock star canine, Cobra, is a finalist in the 2022 Hero Dog Awards

 We are proud to announce that our rock star canine, Cobra, is a finalist  in the 2022 Hero Dog Awards. Cobra and Innovative Detection Concepts  (iDC) collaborate on an advanced research & training program with  Florida International University, serving as proof of concept for  research including detection of a highly elusive and deadly pathogen for  avocado trees and COVID-19.  

Innovative Detection Concepts (iDC) is excited to share our work with three public charter schools i

 Kelsey Walling/Tribune-Herald Tamar Elias walks Cobra past face masks on Tuesday to see if she can  detect any COVID-19 cases at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences 

Cobra, our COVID-19 detection canine, and her team screening masks at a charter school in Hawaii.

 Cobra, our COVID-19 detection canine, and her team screening masks at a  charter school in Hawaii.  And providing a presentation to the students  on the science of canine detection and animal handling. 

Innovative Detection Concepts (iDC) is excited to share our work with three public charter schools i

 Innovative Detection Concepts (iDC) is excited to share our work with  three public charter schools in Hawaii on a COVID-19 canine detection  project.  Our all-star dog, Cobra, and staff are screening student masks  for the scent of COVID-19.  In addition to help protect students,  families, and staff, the project enables students to learn about canine  detection, animal handling/training, emotional intelligence/empathy, and  molecular biology.
Trained on a method developed in partnership with  Florida International University's International Forensic Research  Institute, Cobra has demonstrated 95% accuracy.  Cobra and Tamar Elias,  canine handler, are conducting weekly screenings and demonstrations at  the schools.
Students have opportunities to participate in citizen  science research on scent detection and some students serve as handler  assistants. Demonstrations are available to other venues upon request.
The intent of this project is to:
• Improve student engagement & learning outcomes
• Stimulate expanded use of canine detection for human, animal, & plant disease in Hawaii for prevention & management
• Provide future job development opportunities for local youth, particularly Native Hawaiians & Pacific Islanders 

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