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Photoelectrochemical molecular comb

US7211181B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 12, 2003
Grant dateMay 1, 2007
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Expiry dateJan 15, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N27/305
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method, system, and apparatus are provided for separating molecules, such as biomolecules. The method, system, and apparatus utilize an electrochemical cell having at least to electrodes, one electrode comprising a photo-sensitive material capable of generating a photopotential. Molecules are moved through an electrolyte medium between the at least two electrodes based upon localized photopotentials.

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