Lab-on-a-Chip: A Revolution in Biological and Medical Sciences.

Abstract

Over the past decade, miniaturization of analytical techniques has become a dominant trend in research. This trend encompasses various fields, from laboratories interested in creating novel microfabricated structures to application laboratories focused on specific uses. The early involvement of industry, anticipating the creation of a new industrial sector based on miniaturized analytical systems, reinforced this trend. This synergy of academia and industry spawned a rapid expansion toward practical applications.