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Hussain M, He X, Wang C, Wang Y, Wang J, Chen M, Kang H, Yang N, Ni X, Li J, Zhou X, Liu B. Recent advances in microfluidic-based spectroscopic approaches for pathogen detection. BIOMICROFLUIDICS 2024; 18:031505. [PMID: 38855476 PMCID: PMC11162289 DOI: 10.1063/5.0204987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
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Rapid identification of pathogens with higher sensitivity and specificity plays a significant role in maintaining public health, environmental monitoring, controlling food quality, and clinical diagnostics. Different methods have been widely used in food testing laboratories, quality control departments in food companies, hospitals, and clinical settings to identify pathogens. Some limitations in current pathogens detection methods are time-consuming, expensive, and laborious sample preparation, making it unsuitable for rapid detection. Microfluidics has emerged as a promising technology for biosensing applications due to its ability to precisely manipulate small volumes of fluids. Microfluidics platforms combined with spectroscopic techniques are capable of developing miniaturized devices that can detect and quantify pathogenic samples. The review focuses on the advancements in microfluidic devices integrated with spectroscopic methods for detecting bacterial microbes over the past five years. The review is based on several spectroscopic techniques, including fluorescence detection, surface-enhanced Raman scattering, and dynamic light scattering methods coupled with microfluidic platforms. The key detection principles of different approaches were discussed and summarized. Finally, the future possible directions and challenges in microfluidic-based spectroscopy for isolating and detecting pathogens using the latest innovations were also discussed.
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- Engineering Research Center of Intelligent Theranostics Technology and Instruments, Ministry of Education, School of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Intelligent Theranostics Technology and Instruments, Ministry of Education, School of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Intelligent Theranostics Technology and Instruments, Ministry of Education, School of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Intelligent Theranostics Technology and Instruments, Ministry of Education, School of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Engineering Research Center of Intelligent Theranostics Technology and Instruments, Ministry of Education, School of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou 221002, China
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- The Affiliated Changzhou Second People’s Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou Second People's Hospital, Changzhou Medical Center, Nanjing Medical University, Changzhou 213161, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, The Peoples Hospital of Rugao, Rugao Hospital Affiliated to Nantong University, Nantong 226500, China
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Kim ES, Cho M, Choi I, Choi SW. Fabrication of Perfluoropolyether Microfluidic Devices Using Laser Engraving for Uniform Droplet Production. MICROMACHINES 2024; 15:599. [PMID: 38793172 PMCID: PMC11122727 DOI: 10.3390/mi15050599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2024] [Revised: 04/16/2024] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024]
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A perfluoropolyether (PFPE)-based microfluidic device with cross-junction microchannels was fabricated with the purpose of producing uniform droplets. The microchannels were developed using CO2 laser engraving. PFPE was chosen as the main material because of its excellent solvent resistance. Polyethylene glycol diacrylate (PEGDA) was mixed with PFPE to improve the hydrophilic properties of the inner surface of the microchannels. The microchannels of the polydimethylsiloxane microfluidic device had a blackened and rough surface after laser engraving. By contrast, the inner surface of the microchannels of the PFPE-PEGDA microfluidic device exhibited a smooth surface. The lower power and faster speed of the laser engraving resulted in the development of microchannels with smaller dimensions, less than 30 μm in depth. The PFPE and PFPE-PEGDA microfluidic devices were used to produce uniform water and oil droplets, respectively. We believe that such a PFPE-based microfluidic device with CO2-laser-engraved microchannels can be used as a microfluidic platform for applications in various fields, such as biological and chemical analysis, extraction, and synthesis.
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- Department of Biotechnology, Biomedical and Chemical Engineering, The Catholic University of Korea, 43 Jibong-ro, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon-si 14662, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea; (E.S.K.); (M.C.); (I.C.)
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Zhang T, Di Carlo D, Lim CT, Zhou T, Tian G, Tang T, Shen AQ, Li W, Li M, Yang Y, Goda K, Yan R, Lei C, Hosokawa Y, Yalikun Y. Passive microfluidic devices for cell separation. Biotechnol Adv 2024; 71:108317. [PMID: 38220118 DOI: 10.1016/j.biotechadv.2024.108317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 12/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/06/2024] [Indexed: 01/16/2024]
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The separation of specific cell populations is instrumental in gaining insights into cellular processes, elucidating disease mechanisms, and advancing applications in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, diagnostics, and cell therapies. Microfluidic methods for cell separation have propelled the field forward, benefitting from miniaturization, advanced fabrication technologies, a profound understanding of fluid dynamics governing particle separation mechanisms, and a surge in interdisciplinary investigations focused on diverse applications. Cell separation methodologies can be categorized according to their underlying separation mechanisms. Passive microfluidic separation systems rely on channel structures and fluidic rheology, obviating the necessity for external force fields to facilitate label-free cell separation. These passive approaches offer a compelling combination of cost-effectiveness and scalability when compared to active methods that depend on external fields to manipulate cells. This review delves into the extensive utilization of passive microfluidic techniques for cell separation, encompassing various strategies such as filtration, sedimentation, adhesion-based techniques, pinched flow fractionation (PFF), deterministic lateral displacement (DLD), inertial microfluidics, hydrophoresis, viscoelastic microfluidics, and hybrid microfluidics. Besides, the review provides an in-depth discussion concerning cell types, separation markers, and the commercialization of these technologies. Subsequently, it outlines the current challenges faced in the field and presents a forward-looking perspective on potential future developments. This work hopes to aid in facilitating the dissemination of knowledge in cell separation, guiding future research, and informing practical applications across diverse scientific disciplines.
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- Tianlong Zhang
- College of Mechanical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117583, Singapore
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- College of Mechanical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China
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- College of Mechanical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212100, China.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117583, Singapore
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- Micro/Bio/Nanofluidics Unit, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University, Onna-son, Okinawa 904-0495, Japan
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- School of Mechanical, Materials, Mechatronic and Biomedical Engineering, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia
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- School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Institute of Deep-Sea Science and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Sanya, Hainan 572000, China
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- Department of Bioengineering, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA; Department of Chemistry, University of Tokyo, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan; The Institute of Technological Sciences, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
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- The Institute of Technological Sciences, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
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- The Institute of Technological Sciences, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
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- Division of Materials Science, Nara Institute of Science and Technology, Nara 630-0192, Japan
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- Division of Materials Science, Nara Institute of Science and Technology, Nara 630-0192, Japan.
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Weaver E, Macartney RA, Irwin R, Uddin S, Hooker A, Burke GA, Wylie MP, Lamprou DA. Liposomal encapsulation of amoxicillin via microfluidics with subsequent investigation of the significance of PEGylated therapeutics. Int J Pharm 2024; 650:123710. [PMID: 38097147 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2023.123710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2023] [Revised: 12/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023]
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With an increasing concern of global antimicrobial resistance, the efforts to improve the formulation of a narrowing library of therapeutic antibiotics must be confronted. The liposomal encapsulation of antibiotics using a novel and sustainable microfluidic method has been employed in this study to address this pressing issue, via a targeted, lower-dose medical approach. The study focusses upon microfluidic parameter optimisation, formulation stability, cytotoxicity, and future applications. Particle sizes of circa. 130 nm, with viable short-term (28-day) physical stability were obtained, using two different non-cytotoxic liposomal formulations, both of which displayed suitable antibacterial efficacy. The microfluidic method allowed for high encapsulation efficiencies (≈77 %) and the subsequent in vitro release profile suggested high limits of antibiotic dissociation from the nanovessels, achieving 90% release within 72 h. In addition to the experimental data, the growing use of poly(ethylene) glycol (PEG) within lipid-based formulations is discussed in relation to anti-PEG antibodies, highlighting the key pharmacological differences between PEGylated and non-PEGylated formulations and their respective advantages and drawbacks. It's surmised that in the case of the formulations used in this study, the addition of PEG upon the liposomal membrane would still be a beneficial feature to possess owing to beneficial features such as stability, antibiotic efficacy and the capacity to further modify the liposomal membrane.
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- Edward Weaver
- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK; Nanotechnology & Integrated Bioengineering Centre (NIBEC), School of Engineering, Ulster University, York Street, Belfast BT15 1ED, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- Immunocore Ltd, 92 Park Dr, Milton, Abingdon OX14 4RY, UK
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- Immunocore Ltd, 92 Park Dr, Milton, Abingdon OX14 4RY, UK
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- Nanotechnology & Integrated Bioengineering Centre (NIBEC), School of Engineering, Ulster University, York Street, Belfast BT15 1ED, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK.
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Rahman MM, Bhuiyan NH, Park M, Uddin MJ, Jin GJ, Shim JS. Lithography-free interdigitated electrodes by trench-filling patterning on polymer substrate for Alzheimer's disease detection. Biosens Bioelectron 2024; 244:115803. [PMID: 37956638 DOI: 10.1016/j.bios.2023.115803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2023] [Revised: 10/23/2023] [Accepted: 10/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023]
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Microelectrodes have played a crucial role in electrochemistry for the last few decades. However, the conventional lithographic processes, the key players in fabrication, are nonetheless technologically challenging, pricey, and lack reproducibility. In this work has developed a novel and low-cost patterned-replication fabrication technology for interdigitated electrode array (IDA) electrodes on the polymer substrate. Conventional UV-lithography has been utilized to fabricate the nickel IDA electrode pattern as a master mold on the stainless-steel substrate, which was replicated onto the polymer substrate by the hot-emboss technique. Then, gold was deposited on the replicated wafer by electron beam evaporation, and finally adhesive tape lift-off was used to obtain the gold IDA electrode. The fabricated IDA electrode was applied for electrochemical detection of various p-aminophenol (PAP) concentrations as a representative biomarker with a detection limit of 0.01 nM. Finally, different levels of amyloid beta 42 (Aß42) and amyloid beta aggregated (Aß Agg.), two Alzheimer's disease (AD) biomarkers, were measured using the developed IDA electrode via e-ELISA using enzyme by-products PAP. While quantified, the proposed IDA electrode successfully detects Aß42 and Aß Agg. with the lower detection limit (LOD) of 3.9 and 7.81 pg/ml, respectively.
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- M Mahabubur Rahman
- Bio IT Convergence Laboratory, Department of Electronic Convergence Engineering, KwangWoon University, Seoul, 01897, Republic of Korea
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- Bio IT Convergence Laboratory, Department of Electronic Convergence Engineering, KwangWoon University, Seoul, 01897, Republic of Korea
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- Bio IT Convergence Laboratory, Department of Electronic Convergence Engineering, KwangWoon University, Seoul, 01897, Republic of Korea
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- Bio IT Convergence Laboratory, Department of Electronic Convergence Engineering, KwangWoon University, Seoul, 01897, Republic of Korea; NanoGenesis Inc., 20 Kwangwoon-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul, 01897, Republic of Korea
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- Bio IT Convergence Laboratory, Department of Electronic Convergence Engineering, KwangWoon University, Seoul, 01897, Republic of Korea
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- Bio IT Convergence Laboratory, Department of Electronic Convergence Engineering, KwangWoon University, Seoul, 01897, Republic of Korea; NanoGenesis Inc., 20 Kwangwoon-ro, Nowon-gu, Seoul, 01897, Republic of Korea.
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Joo S, Han JY, Seo S, Kim JH. Patterning Techniques in Coplanar Micro/Nano Capacitive Sensors. MICROMACHINES 2023; 14:2034. [PMID: 38004891 PMCID: PMC10672816 DOI: 10.3390/mi14112034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Revised: 10/27/2023] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023]
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Rapid technological advancements have led to increased demands for sensors. Hence, high performance suitable for next-generation technology is required. As sensing technology has numerous applications, various materials and patterning methods are used for sensor fabrication. This affects the characteristics and performance of sensors, and research centered specifically on these patterns is necessary for high integration and high performance of these devices. In this paper, we review the patterning techniques used in recently reported sensors, specifically the most widely used capacitive sensors, and their impact on sensor performance. Moreover, we introduce a method for increasing sensor performance through three-dimensional (3D) structures.
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- Seokwon Joo
- Department of Chemical Engineering and Department of Energy Systems Research, Ajou University, Suwon 16499, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bionano Technology, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Bionano Technology, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Department of Energy Systems Research, Ajou University, Suwon 16499, Republic of Korea
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Pysz PM, Hoskins JK, Zou M, Stenken JA. 3D Printed Customizable Microsampling Devices for Neuroscience Applications. ACS Chem Neurosci 2023; 14:3278-3287. [PMID: 37646856 DOI: 10.1021/acschemneuro.3c00166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/01/2023] Open
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Multifunctional devices that incorporate chemical or physical measurements combined with ways to manipulate brain tissue via drug delivery, electrical stimulation, or light for optogenetics are desired by neuroscientists. The next generation in vivo brain devices will likely utilize the extensive flexibility and rapid processing of 3D printing. This Perspective demonstrates how close we are to this reality for advanced neuroscience measurements. 3D printing provides the opportunity to improve microsampling-based devices in ways that have not been previously available. Not only can 3D printing be used for actual device creation, but it can also allow printing of peripheral objects necessary to assemble functional devices. The most probable 3D printing set up for microsampling devices with appropriate nm to μm feature size will likely require 2-photon polymerization-based printers. This Perspective describes the advantages and challenges for 3D printing of microsampling devices as an initial step to meet the next generation device needs of neuroscientists.
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- Patrick M Pysz
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, United States
- Materials Science and Engineering Program, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, United States
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, United States
- Center for Advanced Surface Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, United States
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- Materials Science and Engineering Program, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, United States
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, United States
- Center for Advanced Surface Engineering, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, United States
- Materials Science and Engineering Program, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701, United States
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Chen F, Hu Q, Li H, Xie Y, Xiu L, Zhang Y, Guo X, Yin K. Multiplex Detection of Infectious Diseases on Microfluidic Platforms. BIOSENSORS 2023; 13:bios13030410. [PMID: 36979622 PMCID: PMC10046538 DOI: 10.3390/bios13030410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2023] [Revised: 03/15/2023] [Accepted: 03/20/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Infectious diseases contribute significantly to the global disease burden. Sensitive and accurate screening methods are some of the most effective means of identifying sources of infection and controlling infectivity. Conventional detecting strategies such as quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), DNA sequencing, and mass spectrometry typically require bulky equipment and well-trained personnel. Therefore, mass screening of a large population using conventional strategies during pandemic periods often requires additional manpower, resources, and time, which cannot be guaranteed in resource-limited settings. Recently, emerging microfluidic technologies have shown the potential to replace conventional methods in performing point-of-care detection because they are automated, miniaturized, and integrated. By exploiting the spatial separation of detection sites, microfluidic platforms can enable the multiplex detection of infectious diseases to reduce the possibility of misdiagnosis and incomplete diagnosis of infectious diseases with similar symptoms. This review presents the recent advances in microfluidic platforms used for multiplex detection of infectious diseases, including microfluidic immunosensors and microfluidic nucleic acid sensors. As representative microfluidic platforms, lateral flow immunoassay (LFIA) platforms, polymer-based chips, paper-based devices, and droplet-based devices will be discussed in detail. In addition, the current challenges, commercialization, and prospects are proposed to promote the application of microfluidic platforms in infectious disease detection.
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- Fumin Chen
- School of Global Health, Chinese Center for Tropical Diseases Research, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 227 Chongqing South Road, Shanghai 200025, China
- One Health Center, Shanghai Jiao Tong University—The University of Edinburgh, Shanghai 200025, China
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- School of Global Health, Chinese Center for Tropical Diseases Research, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 227 Chongqing South Road, Shanghai 200025, China
- One Health Center, Shanghai Jiao Tong University—The University of Edinburgh, Shanghai 200025, China
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- School of Global Health, Chinese Center for Tropical Diseases Research, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 227 Chongqing South Road, Shanghai 200025, China
- One Health Center, Shanghai Jiao Tong University—The University of Edinburgh, Shanghai 200025, China
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- School of Global Health, Chinese Center for Tropical Diseases Research, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 227 Chongqing South Road, Shanghai 200025, China
- One Health Center, Shanghai Jiao Tong University—The University of Edinburgh, Shanghai 200025, China
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- School of Global Health, Chinese Center for Tropical Diseases Research, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 227 Chongqing South Road, Shanghai 200025, China
- One Health Center, Shanghai Jiao Tong University—The University of Edinburgh, Shanghai 200025, China
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Surgery Research, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
- Microbiome Program, Center for Individualized Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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- School of Global Health, Chinese Center for Tropical Diseases Research, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 227 Chongqing South Road, Shanghai 200025, China
- One Health Center, Shanghai Jiao Tong University—The University of Edinburgh, Shanghai 200025, China
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- School of Global Health, Chinese Center for Tropical Diseases Research, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 227 Chongqing South Road, Shanghai 200025, China
- One Health Center, Shanghai Jiao Tong University—The University of Edinburgh, Shanghai 200025, China
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Lim KT, Abd-Elsalam KA. Nanorobotics and Nanodiagnostics in Integrative Biology and Biomedicine: A Note from the Editors. NANOROBOTICS AND NANODIAGNOSTICS IN INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY AND BIOMEDICINE 2023:1-13. [DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-16084-4_1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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Combining 3D Printing and Microfluidic Techniques: A Powerful Synergy for Nanomedicine. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 16:ph16010069. [PMID: 36678566 PMCID: PMC9867206 DOI: 10.3390/ph16010069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2022] [Revised: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 12/30/2022] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Nanomedicine has grown tremendously in recent years as a responsive strategy to find novel therapies for treating challenging pathological conditions. As a result, there is an urgent need to develop novel formulations capable of providing adequate therapeutic treatment while overcoming the limitations of traditional protocols. Lately, microfluidic technology (MF) and additive manufacturing (AM) have both acquired popularity, bringing numerous benefits to a wide range of life science applications. There have been numerous benefits and drawbacks of MF and AM as distinct techniques, with case studies showing how the careful optimization of operational parameters enables them to overcome existing limitations. Therefore, the focus of this review was to highlight the potential of the synergy between MF and AM, emphasizing the significant benefits that this collaboration could entail. The combination of the techniques ensures the full customization of MF-based systems while remaining cost-effective and less time-consuming compared to classical approaches. Furthermore, MF and AM enable highly sustainable procedures suitable for industrial scale-out, leading to one of the most promising innovations of the near future.
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Schroën K, Deng B, Berton-Carabin C, Marze S, Corstens M, Hinderink E. Microfluidics-based observations to monitor dynamic processes occurring in food emulsions and foams. Curr Opin Food Sci 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cofs.2023.100989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Jandaghian MH, Sepahi A, Hosseini S, Salimzadeh A, Zaeri R, Nikzinat E. Clarifying the effects of comonomer distribution between short and long chains on physical and mechanical properties of ethylenic copolymers. POLYM ENG SCI 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/pen.26237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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- Mohammad Hossein Jandaghian
- Department of Polymer Engineering and Color Technology Amirkabir University of Technology Tehran Iran
- Research and Development Center, Jam Petrochemical Company Pars Special Economic Energy Zone Asaluyeh, Bushehr Iran
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- Research and Development Center, Jam Petrochemical Company Pars Special Economic Energy Zone Asaluyeh, Bushehr Iran
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- Research and Development Center, Jam Petrochemical Company Pars Special Economic Energy Zone Asaluyeh, Bushehr Iran
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- Research and Development Center, Jam Petrochemical Company Pars Special Economic Energy Zone Asaluyeh, Bushehr Iran
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- Research and Development Center, Jam Petrochemical Company Pars Special Economic Energy Zone Asaluyeh, Bushehr Iran
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- Research and Development Center, Jam Petrochemical Company Pars Special Economic Energy Zone Asaluyeh, Bushehr Iran
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Mu R, Bu N, Pang J, Wang L, Zhang Y. Recent Trends of Microfluidics in Food Science and Technology: Fabrications and Applications. Foods 2022; 11:foods11223727. [PMID: 36429319 PMCID: PMC9689895 DOI: 10.3390/foods11223727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2022] [Revised: 11/10/2022] [Accepted: 11/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The development of novel materials with microstructures is now a trend in food science and technology. These microscale materials may be applied across all steps in food manufacturing, from raw materials to the final food products, as well as in the packaging, transport, and storage processes. Microfluidics is an advanced technology for controlling fluids in a microscale channel (1~100 μm), which integrates engineering, physics, chemistry, nanotechnology, etc. This technology allows unit operations to occur in devices that are closer in size to the expected structural elements. Therefore, microfluidics is considered a promising technology to develop micro/nanostructures for delivery purposes to improve the quality and safety of foods. This review concentrates on the recent developments of microfluidic systems and their novel applications in food science and technology, including microfibers/films via microfluidic spinning technology for food packaging, droplet microfluidics for food micro-/nanoemulsifications and encapsulations, etc.
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- Ruojun Mu
- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
- Key Laboratory of Subtropical Characteristic Fruits, Vegetables and Edible Fungi Processing (Co-Construction by Ministry and Province), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Shanghai 201106, China
- Correspondence: (R.M.); (Y.Z.)
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- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- College of Food Science, Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou 350002, China
- Key Laboratory of Subtropical Characteristic Fruits, Vegetables and Edible Fungi Processing (Co-Construction by Ministry and Province), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Shanghai 201106, China
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- Department of Engineering Mechanics, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- School of Food Science and Biotechnology, Zhejiang Gongshang University, Hangzhou 310018, China
- Correspondence: (R.M.); (Y.Z.)
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Pazhamannil RV, Hadidi HM, Puthumana G. Development of a low‐cost volumetric additive manufacturing printer using less viscous commercial resins. POLYM ENG SCI 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/pen.26186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Ribin Varghese Pazhamannil
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Government College of Engineering Kannur APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University Thiruvananthapuram India
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering Jazan University Jazan Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Government College of Engineering Kannur APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University Thiruvananthapuram India
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Tissue engineering approaches for the in vitro production of spermatids to treat male infertility: A review. Eur Polym J 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2022.111318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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