Introduces BioMEMS, covering applications like DNA separation, protein analysis, and neuroelectronic implants, along with key numbers in biology and challenges in system integration.
Explores the fundamentals of diffusion in microfluidics, covering diffusion processes, self-diffusion of biological entities, diffusion coefficients, and mixing techniques.
Explores techniques for filtering particles in microfluidics, including cross-flow filters and pinched flow fractionation, addressing challenges and alternative methods.
Explores inertial effects in microfluidic systems, emphasizing shear- and wall-induced forces on particles and their applications in filtering and cell trapping.
Explores single molecule sequencing strategies, including sequencing by synthesis and real-time sequencing based on zero mode waveguides, as well as DNA translocation through nanopores.
Explores capillary flow progression in paper microfluidics, lateral flow assays, gold nanoparticles in bioassays, automated LFA readers, and test results evaluation.