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Controlling Mass Transport in Microfluidic Devices

Year: 2011

Type: review

Abstract: Microfluidic platforms offer exquisite capabilities in controlling mass transport for biological studies. In this review, we focus on recent developments in manipulating chemical concentrations at the microscale. Some techniques prevent or accelerate mixing, whereas others shape the concentration gradients of chemical and biological molecules. We also highlight several in vitro biological studies in the areas of organ engineering, cancer, and blood coagulation that have benefited from accurate control of mass transfer.

Source: Annual Review of Analytical Chemistry

DOI: 10.1146/annurev-anchem-061010-113926

Authors: Jason S. Kuo, Daniel T. Chiu

Institution: University of Washington

Language: English

Topic: Microfluidic and Capillary Electrophoresis Applications

Subfield: Biomedical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: green

Funders: National Science Foundation, Washington State University, National Cancer Institute, National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke