NIMA’s Portable Gluten Sensor Wins Gold Stevie Award for Achievement in Product Innovation

BOSTON — NIMA Partners announced it has been named the winner of a Gold Stevie Award for Achievement in Product Innovation in the 2026 American Business Awards. 

The award recognizes the rebuild of NIMA’s portable gluten sensor, which relaunched in January with a new Bluetooth-enabled app and a formal Quality Management System. 

“NIMA was recognized for its commitment to restoring trust through technical excellence and manufacturing rigor,” said Mike Glick, CEO of NIMA. “This award validates our mission to provide the celiac community with the most accurate, reliable tools possible to help navigate their daily lives with more confidence.”

More than 250 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s winners. One reviewer said, “NIMA is an impressive nomination that combines meaningful scientific innovation with clear consumer impact. Its improved sensitivity, independent validation and thoughtful user-centered design distinguish it in an underserved category.”

The next-generation NIMA detects gluten down to 10 parts per million across wheat, barley and rye. The product was independently validated by Bia Diagnostics using AOAC reference methods, achieving 99% accuracy, NIMA said. Since the relaunch, NIMA also said it has activated more than 2,000 devices, supporting over 100,000 meals. 

“Organizations across the United States continue to set a high standard for innovation and performance,” said Stevie Awards President Maggie Miller. “The breadth and quality of nominations submitted to the 2026 American Business Awards reflect a dynamic and competitive business environment, where organizations are finding new ways to drive growth, deliver value, and make an impact. We congratulate all of this year’s Stevie Award winners and look forward to celebrating their accomplishments at our June 9 awards ceremony in New York.”