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http://dx.doi.org/10.9713/kcer.2014.52.2.141

Droplet-based Microfluidic Device for High-throughput Screening  

Jeong, Heon-Ho (Department of Chemical Engineering, Chungnam National University)
Noh, Young-Moo (Department of Chemical Engineering, Chungnam National University)
Jang, Sung-Chan (Department of Chemical Engineering, Chungnam National University)
Lee, Chang-Soo (Department of Chemical Engineering, Chungnam National University)
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Korean Chemical Engineering Research / v.52, no.2, 2014 , pp. 141-153 More about this Journal
Abstract
Droplet based microfluidic systems have been developed for the application of biological and chemical research field. A picoliter droplet in microfluidic device provides a compartmentalized and well-defined reactor in miniaturized system. The microfluidic system with small droplets can reduce reagent cost and enhance efficiency through automated high-throughput screening system. In this review, we summarize the functionality of droplet based microfluidic system including droplet generation, precise droplet control, and various applications. In addition, this article reviews current applications in chemistry and biology, and discuss advantages of droplet based microfluidics compared with conventional manner.
Keywords
Microfluidic Device; Droplet; High-throughput Screening; Micro-reactor; Emulsion;
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