Toon Hendrik Evers

Toon Hendrik Evers, a renowned inventor based in Eindhoven, NL, has made significant contributions to the field of immunoassay and sample preparation systems. With an impressive portfolio of 28 patents, Evers has brought innovation to the medical diagnostic industry.

One of his latest inventions is a highly sensitive immunoassay with large particle labels. This immunoassay is designed to detect analytes in a given sample by utilizing multiple capture moieties and epitope-specific detection moieties. What sets this invention apart is the use of detectable markers in the form of large particles, ranging from 50 nm to 5000 nm in size. This breakthrough provides improved sensitivity and accuracy in immunoassays.

Another notable contribution by Evers is a system for preparing a sample. This device consists of a receiving chamber for collecting a patient's sample, accompanied by separate reagent reservoirs. The first reagent reservoir contains a liquid reagent, such as a lysis buffer, while the second reservoir accommodates dry reagents, including magnetic particles. The device is equipped with actuators responsible for supplying the necessary reagents to the sample, improving the efficiency and effectiveness of sample preparation.

Throughout his career, Evers has engaged with prominent companies in the industry, such as Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.V. (Philips) and Siemens Healthineers Nederland B.V. (Siemens Healthineers). These collaborations have provided him with the resources and platform to bring his innovative ideas to life.

Working alongside Evers, two notable coworkers are Joannes Baptist Adrianus Dionisius Van Zon and Ron Martinus Laurentius Van Lieshout. The collective expertise and collaboration of Evers and his coworkers have undoubtedly contributed to the advancement of innovative solutions in the medical diagnostics landscape.

Toon Hendrik Evers' patents and inventions exemplify his commitment to pushing boundaries, improving medical diagnostics, and ensuring better healthcare outcomes for patients. His contributions to immunoassay and sample preparation systems have undoubtedly had a significant impact on the industry, making him a respected innovator in his field.