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In situ-generated microfluidic assay structures, related kits, and methods of use thereof

US11454629B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

Berkeley Lights, Inc. · US

Inventors

Kristin G. Beaumont · New York, US
Peter J. Beemiller · Emeryville, US
Volker L. S. Kurz · Castro Valley, US
Gregory G. Lavieu · Vitry-sur-Seine, FR
Xiaohua Wang · Tuji, CN
Aathavan Karunakaran · Berkeley, US

Key dates

Filing date	Jun 22, 2020
Grant date	Sep 27, 2022
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Nov 26, 2040

Classification

Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
CPC primaryB01L2400/0427
WIPO fieldMeasurement
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

In situ-generated microfluidic capture structures incorporating a solidified polymer network, methods of preparation and use, compositions and kits therefor are described. Microfluidic capture structures may be advantageously used for assays performed within the microfluidic environment, providing flexibility in assaying micro-objects such as biological cells. Assay reagents and analytes may be incorporated within the microfluidic capture structures.

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