MS Tech Ltd., a global developer of nano and biosensors, has been awarded a research and development grant of approximately $1.7 million from the Israel Innovation Authority. The funding supports the company's participation in the "Green Soil" National Consortium, which focuses on creating advanced biotechnology solutions for detecting and monitoring contaminants in soil and groundwater.
The grant represents a strategic investment in technologies that address one of the most pressing environmental challenges: contamination from persistent pollutants. The "Green Soil" Consortium, chaired by Elbit Systems, brings together 10 industrial companies and 16 academic research groups to develop biological technologies for treating, monitoring, and diagnosing environmental pollutants. These include Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), fuel residues, toxic liquids, and explosives residues.
Doron Shalom, CEO of MS Tech, stated that following a rigorous due diligence process, the Israel Innovation Authority recognized the company's strategic role in advancing biosensor-driven technologies. "We are now continuing the national efforts, demonstrating how MS Tech's proven nanosensors and biosensors can become 'Dual-Use' and applied for new market applications supporting soil decontamination, land rehabilitation and future development across multiple civilian sectors," Shalom said.
The technological developments aim to generate effective and eco-friendly environmental solutions for a market estimated at billions of dollars locally. Globally, the consortium participants anticipate opening new markets valued at hundreds of billions of dollars. This expansion potential underscores the economic significance of developing reliable contamination detection systems.
MS Tech is developing biosensors designed to enable field screening in seconds, transforming early diagnostics for environmental contaminants. The company's sensor technologies are already deployed in over 72 countries and have gradually replaced older analytical instrumentation. According to Shalom, these products offer a green, non-radioactive, and gas-free alternative that enables dramatic reductions in cost per sample and operational expenses.
The importance of this development extends beyond commercial opportunities. Effective soil and groundwater monitoring is crucial for protecting public health, ensuring food safety, and rehabilitating contaminated land for future use. The ability to quickly detect pollutants like PFAS—chemicals linked to various health concerns that persist in the environment—could significantly improve environmental management and regulatory compliance worldwide.
Shalom expressed appreciation to the Israel Innovation Authority for its recognition of MS Tech's technology in both the "Green Soil" Consortium and previously in the LIQUIDBX Consortium. He also acknowledged Elbit Systems for leading these efforts and thanked academic and industry partners who have worked intensively on the project for over a year. More information about the company's technologies can be found at https://www.ms-technologies.com.
The project's implications are substantial for industries ranging from agriculture and food production to urban development and environmental remediation. As contamination concerns grow globally, technologies that provide rapid, accurate, and cost-effective detection will become increasingly vital for sustainable development and environmental protection.
