Highfield Diagnostics
Southampton, GB · 1 known investors
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Highfield Diagnostics develops point-of-care diagnostic sensors using laser-based technologies on paper substrates, targeting detection of diseases like tuberculosis and leishmaniasis in resource-limited settings. The company applies laser engineering and microfluidics expertise to create affordable, low-cost diagnostic tests.
Founders & leadership
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Collin SonesFounder
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Robert EasonFounder & DirectorRobert Eason is a Professor of Optoelectronics at the Optoelectronics Research Centre and served as Associate Dean of Research for the Faculty of Physical Sciences and Engineering from 2014 to 2018. He founded and directs Highfield Diagnostics, which develops laser-based diagnostic sensors on paper substrates for disease detection in resource-limited settings.
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Peijun HeFounder & Lead Technologist
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Ioannis KatisFounder & Lead ScientistCo-founder, COO and Lead Scientist at Highfield Diagnostics, which develops paper-based, laser-manufactured lateral flow diagnostic tests for diseases such as leishmaniasis and tuberculosis. He previously worked as a Research Fellow at the Optoelectronics Research Centre of the University of Southampton, with expertise in laser science, medical diagnostics, polymer printing, and electronics.
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Rene SchusterCEO
Investors · 1
Companies House · registry record
View on Companies House ↗- Registered name
- HIGHFIELD DIAGNOSTICS LTD
- Company number
- 11071121
- Status
- Active
- Company type
- Private limited company
- Incorporated
- 20 Nov 2017
- Registered office
- White Building Studios, 1-4 Cumberland Place, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 2NP
- Nature of business (SIC)
- 32500 — Manufacture of medical and dental instruments and supplies
- Accounts
- last made up to 30 Nov 2025 · next due 31 Aug 2027
- Confirmation statement
- last made up to 1 May 2026 · next due 15 May 2027
Current officers · 2
- Robert William Eason — director, appointed 20 Nov 2017
- Zhiyuan Zhu — director, appointed 15 Apr 2021
Source: Companies House public register · retrieved 23 Aug 2026. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Highfield Diagnostics do?
- Highfield Diagnostics develops point-of-care diagnostic sensors using laser-based technologies on paper substrates, targeting detection of diseases like tuberculosis and leishmaniasis in resource-limited settings. The company applies laser engineering and microfluidics expertise to create affordable, low-cost diagnostic tests.
- Who founded Highfield Diagnostics?
- Highfield Diagnostics was founded by Collin Sones, Robert Eason, Peijun He, Ioannis Katis.
- Who are Highfield Diagnostics's investors?
- Highfield Diagnostics's investors include Verge HealthTech Fund.
- Where is Highfield Diagnostics headquartered?
- Highfield Diagnostics is headquartered in Southampton, GB.
