Lecture
From filament to chromatogram: using additive manufacturing to democratise miniaturisation and promote sustainability in analytical laboratories
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- ICM Saal 5
- Type: Lecture
Lecture description
T. Teutenberg, Duisburg; T. Werres, Duisburg
Low-cost lab-on-chip systems fabricated by 3D printing are emerging as a powerful alternative to conventional microfabrication technologies. Additive manufacturing enables rapid prototyping and on-demand production of microfluidic devices with high design flexibility, allowing fast adaptation to changing analytical requirements. The use of inexpensive materials and minimal reagent consumption significantly reduces costs and supports the principles of green analytical chemistry by lowering chemical waste and energy demand. Furthermore, 3D printing facilitates the integration of multiple analytical functions into compact, portable platforms, enhancing accessibility for resource-limited settings and decentralized analysis. These advantages position 3D-printed lab-on-chip systems as versatile and sustainable tools for next-generation analytical and diagnostic applications.
Low-cost lab-on-chip systems fabricated by 3D printing are emerging as a powerful alternative to conventional microfabrication technologies. Additive manufacturing enables rapid prototyping and on-demand production of microfluidic devices with high design flexibility, allowing fast adaptation to changing analytical requirements. The use of inexpensive materials and minimal reagent consumption significantly reduces costs and supports the principles of green analytical chemistry by lowering chemical waste and energy demand. Furthermore, 3D printing facilitates the integration of multiple analytical functions into compact, portable platforms, enhancing accessibility for resource-limited settings and decentralized analysis. These advantages position 3D-printed lab-on-chip systems as versatile and sustainable tools for next-generation analytical and diagnostic applications.
