Active microvalves and passive microvalves in microfluidic chips. (A) Typical structure of active microvalve: sliding arm. PDMS structures contain a guiding channel and a fluidic channel and were ...

Stephen Quake, a bioengineer and applied physicist at Stanford University, has always been interested in the interface between physics and biology. During his work at the California Institute of ...

Researchers developed a microfluidic chip with 3D-printed microstructures that moves droplets precisely, captures cells efficiently, and quickly forms cell spheroids for improved lab-grown tissue ...

(A) Exploded view and combined view of the multilayer microfluidic chip. (B) Detailed dimensional view of culture medium channels and tissue chambers. (C) Multilayer microfluidic chips fabricated by ...

Cancer, a leading cause of death globally, releases TDEs, tiny vesicles containing crucial bioactive components. These exosomes play key roles in cell communication and cancer progression. Current ...

A review article published in the journal Nature Communications provides a detailed overview of recent developments in microfluidic chip models for neurodegenerative diseases. Recent advancements in ...

Researchers are merging artificial intelligence with microfluidics to create smarter, faster, and more precise lab-on-a-chip technologies. These innovations promise breakthroughs in diagnostics, drug ...