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BPN586: Integrated Finger-Powered Microfluidic Pumps for Point-of-Care Diagnostics
| Project ID |
BPN586 |
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| Start Date |
Wed 2010-Aug-11 02:37:18 |
| Last Updated |
Sat 2014-Feb-01 02:25:45 |
| Abstract |
This project aims for developing a new 'human-powered' microfluidic system for point-of-care diagnostics applications. Chip-
based microfluidics offers a promising platform for biological studies; however, bulky and expensive equipments such as syringe
pumps limit the application. To minimize the total setup, we propose an alternative 'human-powered' fluid pumping device. Pressure
generated by human finger works as a major power source to pump fluids into microfluidic devices without any electricity. As we use
common softlithography fabrication process, our system can be easily integrated with existing microfluidic systems such as
microdroplet generator or cell encapsulating system. In addition, it is possible, in the future, to apply injection molding to
significantly reduce the cost for industrial applications. Our portable, easy-to-operate system offers an effective method for
pumping fluid into microfluidic devices for expanding biological applications such as drug screening or point-of-care diagnostics. |
| Status |
Continuing |
| Funding Source |
BSAC Member Fees |
| IAB Research Area |
Microfluidics |
| Researcher(s) |
Kosuke Iwai, Ryan D. Sochol |
| Advisor(s) |
Liwei Lin |
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