The World Day of Social Justice, observed annually on February 20th, serves as a powerful reminder of the global commitment to fostering equality, justice, and fairness for all. Established by the United Nations in 2007, this day encourages individuals, communities, and nations to reflect on the importance of social justice in creating a world where every person can live with dignity and respect.

The International Day of Education is celebrated annually on January 24th to recognize the pivotal role education plays in shaping a sustainable future. It emphasizes the need to ensure that all people, regardless of their background or circumstances, have access to quality education throughout their lives.

As we approach the 4-year mark of the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world reflects on the profound impact this unprecedented crisis has had on global health, economies, and everyday life. On this International Day of Epidemic Preparedness, observed annually on December 27th, we not only commemorate the progress we’ve made since the onset of COVID-19 but also spotlight innovative approaches that have emerged in the ongoing battle against infectious diseases.

From the bubonic plague to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, zoonotic pathogens pose a significant threat to global health and demand our attention.

Millions of children worldwide suffer from diarrheal illnesses caused by consuming contaminated water or food. On this World Children's Day, let us shed light on this critical issue and explore the ways we can collectively work towards a healthier future for our children.

One Health is a holistic approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of human health, animal health, and the environment. Learn how Kraken Sense is leveraging One Health principles to safeguard water sources and protect the health of our people, animals, and environment.

In an interconnected world where diseases can quickly spread across continents, biosurveillance has become a crucial tool for early detection and prevention. Kraken Sense develops real-time, autonomous pathogen detection devices for wastewater, serving as an early warning for disease outbreaks to protect public health.

International Day of the World's Indigenous People is observed to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and invaluable contributions of Indigenous communities around the globe. This day serves as a reminder of the unique challenges these communities face, particularly when it comes to safeguarding their environment and natural resources.

Avian flu outbreaks have been a growing concern worldwide, with recent developments suggesting the virus may adapt to infect humans more easily. With the fast-spreading nature of infectious diseases, real-time surveillance measures are necessary to curb the spread.

Access to clean water is a fundamental human right, yet millions of people around the world lack access to safe and reliable water sources. Water monitoring plays a crucial role in addressing this environmental injustice, ensuring that everyone has equal access to clean and safe water.

Kraken Sense is revolutionizing the field of pathogen detection by developing real-time, automated devices that continuously monitor water sources for pathogens.

Happy World Water Day! Access to clean water is a basic human right, yet billions of people around the world still rely on unsafe and contaminated sources. Kraken Sense has developed the KRAKEN, a pathogen-sensing platform that monitors water quality in real-time, allowing for early detection of water quality issues and timely intervention.

The current avian flu outbreak has affected 58 million poultry in the United States, making it the worst outbreak in recent history. The KRAKEN real-time pathogen detection device can save millions of chickens from being culled and prevent food supply shortages, reducing the impact on the poultry industry.

Kraken Sense is proud to be partnering with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) to conduct tests on airport wastewater for Monkeypox and SARS-CoV-2.

Omicron subvariant XBB.1.5., dubbed the “Kraken,” is the most transmissible strain yet.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had devastating effects on human lives and stunted long-term social and economic development. Rapid pathogen detection is imperative to prepare for future outbreaks and prevent these disastrous outcomes.

Three months after the initial infection, cholera is still rapidly sweeping through Syria as death tolls continue to rise amid inadequate access to water and sanitation facilities.

After months of decline, SARS-CoV levels are currently on the rise across Canada, according to wastewater data.

With almost 1000 new monkeypox cases emerging each day, the virus is spreading faster than we can handle. To hinder the spread, Kraken Sense is developing real-time monkeypox detection sensors to identify community infections ahead of current testing methods.