 The discovery of the phenomenon known as localized surface plasma resonance, LSPR, has provided the basis for many research areas, ranging from material science to biosensing. LSPR has since been viewed as a transduction platform that could yield affordable, portable devices for a multitude of applications. This review aims to outline the potential applications within developing countries and the challenges that are likely to be phased before the technology can be effectively employed. This article was authored by Jules L. Hammond, Nicol Bala, Sarah D. Ruffy, and others.