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Apparatus and method for detecting and identifying infectious agents

US6682899B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 19, 2002
Grant dateJan 27, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 20, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T436/186
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Solid phase methods for the identification of an analyte in a biological medium, such as a body fluid, using bioluminescence are provided. A chip designed for performing the method and detecting the bioluminescence is also provided. Methods employing biomineralization for depositing silicon on a matrix support are also provided. A synthetic synapse is also provided.

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