Biobot Analytics

Biobot Analytics is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in wastewater-based epidemiology.

Founded in 2017 at MIT, the company uses molecular technologies and artificial intelligence to analyze wastewater samples. This analysis helps monitor public health by measuring the concentration of pathogens, illicit drugs, and other health indicators in communities. The company offers a range of services, including wastewater testing kits, lab analysis, and subscription data access. Their platform provides real-time monitoring of community health trends, aiding government agencies, public health officials, and local municipalities in responding to disease outbreaks and health disparities. Biobot's products include tools for tracking opioid use and COVID-19 trends, as well as expanded pathogen detection for various viruses. With operations in nearly 1,000 locations across the U.S. and beyond, Biobot aims to build a global public health database to enhance early warning systems for disease outbreaks.