Creating a new technology for handling liquids in biomedical research
Official title: Development of the AcoustoDrop platform: an acoustofluidic-based, automated, liquid-handling system for manipulating and dispensing dropletsin a rewritable, biocompatible, and high-throughput manner
Funded at Ascent Bio-Nano Technologies, INC. · NIH-11323367 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new technology called AcoustoDrop that uses sound waves to move and drop liquids without touching them, which could make important medical research, like DNA testing and drug development, faster and cleaner, ultimately helping patients with better treatments in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ascent Bio-Nano Technologies, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Morrisville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | June 1, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $238,536 |
| NIH project number | 3R44GM154515-02S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11323367 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals undergoing genetic testing or those involved in clinical trials for new drugs.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in genetic research or drug development may not see direct benefits from this technology.
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 precision and efficiency of liquid handling in various biomedical applications, including DNA sequencing and drug discovery. By eliminating issues related to contamination and residue from traditional methods, AcoustoDrop allows for high-throughput processing of samples, which can significantly enhance research outcomes. Patients may benefit indirectly through advancements in genetic research and the development of new therapeutics.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and efficient methods for genetic testing and drug development, ultimately improving patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Other research in automated liquid handling has shown promise, indicating that advancements in this area can lead to significant improvements in biomedical research.
Where this research is happening
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Ascent Bio-Nano Technologies, INC.
Morrisville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Lin — Ascent Bio-Nano Technologies, INC.
- Study coordinator: Wang, Lin
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Creating a new technology for handling liquids in biomedical research
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.
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.