Microfluidics for lab-on-a-chip

MICRO-706 / 1 credit

Teacher(s): de Malsche Wim, Le Gac Séverine

Language: English

Remark: Next time: Spring 2028

Summary

The course covers the entire field of lab-on-a-chip technology, including microfluidic principles and various microfabrication approaches, and presenting concrete examples of devices for (bio)analysis, cell biology, tissue regeneration and microreactors.

Content

- Introduction to microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip technology -€“ origins - scaling laws -€“ applications
- Microfluidic principles: flow actuation; pumps; mixers; valves; etc.
- Introduction to fabrication techniques for the production of microfluidic devices, using €"cleanroom materials"€ such as silicon and glass, as well as polymer materials.
- Surface modification: surface passivation; and immobilization of active and/or recognition elements
- (Bio)molecule analysis: sample preparation; molecular separation; integrated devices for biomolecule analysis
- Microreactors
- Microfluidics for cell biology: engineering device for experimentation on cells; tissue regeneration and organ-on-a-chip
platforms

Keywords

Microfluidics, Lab-on-a-Chip, Bioanalysis, Microfabrication, Organ-on-a-Chip

Resources

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In the programs

  • Number of places: 30
  • Exam form: Term paper (session free)
  • Subject examined: Microfluidics for lab-on-a-chip
  • Courses: 14 Hour(s)
  • Type: optional
  • Number of places: 30
  • Exam form: Term paper (session free)
  • Subject examined: Microfluidics for lab-on-a-chip
  • Courses: 14 Hour(s)
  • Type: optional

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