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Nanopore device with improved sensitivity and method of fabricating the same

US9151740B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 13, 2012
Grant dateOct 6, 2015
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Expiry dateApr 15, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB82Y40/00
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A nanopore device comprising a channel unit comprising a micro channel defined by a bottom surface and an insulator lateral wall; and a cover unit covering the micro channel, wherein the cover unit comprises a nanopore extending through the cover unit and connected to the micro channel; a first source/drain electrode disposed on an upper surface of the cover unit and adjacent to an inlet of the nanopore; an opening extending through the cover unit and connected to the micro channel; and a second source/drain electrode disposed on the upper surface of the cover unit and adjacent to the opening; as well as a method for fabricating and using the device.

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