Development of a biomimeticpaper-based lab-on-chip

Abstract

A biomimetic paper-based lab-on-chip device based on the heat transfer method(HTM) was developed. This work applied molecularly imprinted polymers(MIPs) as a biomimetic functional interface. In order to deliver the sample to the functional interface an optimal wick design is needed. Several designs were tested to determine the flow rate, flow duration and amount of volume needed. HTM and camera recording were used to acquire test results. The final wick design allows for easy integration of the biomimetic layer. The paper-based lab-on-chip will allow the rapid on-site testing of potentially polluted fluids.