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Method and substrate for performing multiple sequential reactions on a matrix

US6015880A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 16, 1994
Grant dateJan 18, 2000
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Expiry dateMar 16, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC40B60/14
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and apparatus are provided for preparing a substrate upon which is located microdrop-sized loci at which chemical compounds are synthesized or diagnostic tests are conducted. The loci are formed by applying microdrops from a dispenser from which a microdrop is pulse fed onto the surface of the substrate.

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