Creating a new technology for handling liquids in biomedical research
Development of the AcoustoDrop platform: an acoustofluidic-based, automated, liquid-handling system for manipulating and dispensing droplets in a rewritable, biocompatible, and high-throughput manner
This study is working on a new technology called AcoustoDrop that uses sound waves to move and release tiny droplets of liquid without touching them, which could help scientists do their work more accurately and safely, ultimately leading to better treatments for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ascent Bio-Nano Technologies, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Morrisville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11096061 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing the AcoustoDrop platform, an innovative system that uses sound waves to manipulate and dispense liquid droplets without physical contact. This technology aims to improve the accuracy and efficiency of liquid handling in various biomedical applications, such as genomics and drug discovery. By eliminating issues like contamination from contact surfaces, AcoustoDrop allows for cleaner and more reliable experimental processes. Patients may benefit indirectly as this technology could lead to faster and more effective treatments through improved research outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals involved in clinical trials or treatments related to genomics and drug discovery.
Not a fit: Patients who are not engaged in research or clinical trials related to genomics or drug discovery may not see direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and efficient biomedical research, ultimately resulting in better treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Similar automated liquid handling technologies have shown success in enhancing research efficiency, indicating a promising potential for the AcoustoDrop platform.
Where this research is happening
Morrisville, UNITED STATES
- Ascent Bio-Nano Technologies, INC. — Morrisville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Lin — Ascent Bio-Nano Technologies, INC.
- Study coordinator: Wang, Lin
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.