Microstructure for capturing and releasing microorganism
US10253348B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 4, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N11/14
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Provided is a method for capture and release of microorganisms using microstructures. The method includes providing microstructures coated with a protein for attachment/detachment of microorganisms, mixing the microstructures with a solution containing substances assisting in attachment of microorganisms in a solution containing microorganisms to prepare a mixed solution, stirring the mixed solution to attach the microorganisms to the microstructures, separating the microorganism-attached microstructures from the mixed solution; and exposing the microstructures to an environment where the substances assisting in attachment of the microorganisms are present at a low concentration to detach the microorganisms from the microstructures.
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