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Development of microfluidic devices for biomedical and clinical application
Author(s) -
Webster Abigail,
Greenman John,
Haswell Stephen J.
Publication year - 2011
Publication title -
journal of chemical technology and biotechnology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.64
H-Index - 117
eISSN - 1097-4660
pISSN - 0268-2575
DOI - 10.1002/jctb.2482
Subject(s) - microfluidics , nanotechnology , biochemical engineering , engineering , computer science , systems engineering , engineering ethics , materials science
Abstract This review focuses on the development and use of microfluidic devices within a clinical setting. The underlying theoretical background of microfluidics is briefly elucidated. The materials and techniques used to fabricate the devices and their applicability to the clinical environment are described. The current research in this area is appraised and projections for future applications are discussed. Copyright © 2010 Society of Chemical Industry