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Advances in Microfluidics for Biomedical Applications

by John Harris 1,*
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John Harris
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as  2020, 11; 2(2), 11; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.as.20200818
Received: 18 June 2020 / Accepted: 9 July 2020 / Published Online: 18 August 2020
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Abstract

This paper provides an overview of recent advancements in microfluidics technology and its applications in the biomedical field. Microfluidics, characterized by the manipulation and control of small volumes of fluids at the microscale, has become a pivotal tool in various biomedical research areas due to its ability to efficiently perform complex processes with minimal resource consumption. We discuss the evolution of microfluidic devices and systems, highlighting the development of novel materials, microfabrication techniques, and integrated sensors. The integration of microfluidics with other disciplines, such as nanotechnology, has opened new avenues for diagnostic tools, drug delivery systems, and personalized medicine. The paper further explores the applications of microfluidic systems in immunology, hematology, and molecular diagnostics, emphasizing their potential to revolutionize the way we approach disease detection, treatment, and monitoring.

Keywords: Microfluidics, Biomedical Applications, Drug Delivery, Personalized Medicine, Diagnostics.;
Copyright: © 2020 by Harris. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

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Harris, J. Advances in Microfluidics for Biomedical Applications. Advanced Sciences, 2020, 2, 11. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.as.20200818
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Harris J. Advances in Microfluidics for Biomedical Applications. Advanced Sciences; 2020, 2(2):11. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.as.20200818
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Harris, John 2020. "Advances in Microfluidics for Biomedical Applications" Advanced Sciences 2, no.2:11. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.as.20200818
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Harris, J. (2020). Advances in Microfluidics for Biomedical Applications. Advanced Sciences, 2(2), 11. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.as.20200818

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