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Protein renaturation microfluidic devices and methods of making and using the same

US9029169B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

The Regents of the University of California · US

Inventors

Mei He · Hangzhou City, CN
Amy E. Herr · Oakland, US

Key dates

Filing date	Dec 1, 2011
Grant date	May 12, 2015
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Jul 18, 2033

Classification

Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
CPC primaryB01L2400/0421
WIPO fieldMeasurement
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Microfluidic devices having a protein renaturation component and methods for using the same are provided. Aspects of the present disclosure include microfluidic devices that include a separation medium with a first flow path and a protein renaturation component in fluid communication with the separation medium and having a second flow path. Also provided are methods of using the devices as well as systems and kits that include the devices. The devices, systems and methods find use in a variety of different applications, including diagnostic and validation assays.

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