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Droplet array for single-cell analysis

US10718004B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC · US

Inventors

Melinda Simon · Fremont, US
N. Reginald Beer · Pleasanton, US

Key dates

Filing date	Dec 20, 2016
Grant date	Jul 21, 2020
Priority date	—
Expiry date	May 14, 2039

Classification

Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
CPC primaryB01L2400/086
WIPO fieldChemical engineering
WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Techniques, systems, and devices are described for implementing a droplet array for single-cell analysis. A method of conducting single-cell analysis comprises generating a plurality of droplets, wherein each of the plurality of droplets contains a core material surrounded by a protective shell; loading the plurality of droplets, via a carrying fluid, onto an array including a plurality of trap structures, wherein the plurality of droplets are held by the plurality of trap structures; selecting a target droplet, held by a trap structure, from the plurality of droplets; and releasing the target droplet from the trap structure.

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