Droplet microfluidics, in which nanoliter- to picoliter-sized drops are used to encapsulate and compartmentalize molecules or cells, has enabled a wide range of biochemical applications. Examples include digital PCR, directed evolution of enzymes and screening of the efficacy of antibiotics. We describe a potential use of droplet microfluidics for diagnostics applications, specifically on the detection of Tuberculosis. We will also describe research efforts to characterize and to enhance the throughput of droplet microfluidics.

Droplet microfluidics for diagnostics applications

248th National Meeting (2014)

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