ELEVATE Project Brochure: A Breakthrough in Cervical Cancer Prevention

Miércoles, 9 de abril de 2025

We are proud to present the final brochure of the ELEVATE Project (EarLy dEtection of cerVical cAncer in hard-to-reach populations through portable and point-of-care HPV TEsting)-a Horizon 2020 initiative that sets a new standard in cervical cancer screening.

A Global Challenge, A Targeted Solution

Cervical cancer remains a major health threat, especially for women in remote, underserved, or marginalized communities. ELEVATE responded by developing a portable, user-friendly, and cost-effective HPV test designed for point-of-care use, making screening accessible to all-no matter where they live.

What's Inside the Brochure?

The brochure highlights ELEVATE's major achievements across three pillars:

Public Health Impact
- In-depth research in Belgium, Portugal, Ecuador, and Brazil revealed the social, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent women from accessing screening.
- Community-based educational interventions significantly increased awareness and acceptance of cervical cancer screening, especially self-sampling options.
Innovative Test Development

A new HPV test was developed using advanced genomics to detect 14 high-risk HPV types with improved sensitivity and specificity.
Unlike standard tests, ELEVATE's solution accounts for global HPV genetic variation and delivers more reliable results.
The project engineered a microfluidic, portable diagnostic tool enabling on-site testing with minimal training.
The device is field-ready, rugged, and tailored for use in low-resource settings, bringing science directly to the communities that need it most.
A fully integrate devise

Measurable Results

Over 90% of women accepted self-sampling after community education.
The test proved more accurate than many existing commercial options.
Economic modeling demonstrated that scaling this approach can save lives and reduce healthcare costs, especially in low-coverage regions.

Why It Matters

ELEVATE is more than a scientific innovation-it's a public health milestone. This project shows how collaboration, education, and technology can come together to prevent disease and promote equity in healthcare.

Explore the full brochure or download it to discover the full journey from lab bench to community clinic.

Let's make early, accessible HPV detection a global reality.