As droplet microfluidics progresses, more sophisticated applications get developed by researchers which in turn require more complex techniques for manipulation. One class of such droplets is endoskeletal droplets. Endoskeletal droplets are complex colloids in which a solid phase is cast within a liquid emulsion. This...
In the ever-evolving field of microfluidics, researchers are continually pushing the boundaries to understand complex biological phenomena. One such groundbreaking study, recently published, delves deep into the intricate pathways of multiple myeloma (MM) cancer cells within the bone marrow using a meticulously engineered microfluidic chip. Microfluidic...
Recent technological developments including microfluidics have facilitated genome-wide transcriptional profiling in select brain regions. These studies can be employed to discover correlations between altered transcriptional activity across brain regions with stress-related mood disordered leading to a better understanding of the molecular underlying driving mechanisms. Here,...
In the ever-evolving field of biomedical research, the ability to accurately sort and analyze cells is paramount. The recent advent of microfluidics has paved the way for groundbreaking advancements in this domain. A stellar example of this innovation is presented in a research article that...
Stand-alone microfluidic devices have been shown great promises over the past few decades in simplifying biological as well as chemical assays. However, in many applications, the processes cannot be reduced into a single task and require multiple tasks to be conducted sequentially. In this week's...