Microchip-based systems for target validation and HTS
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S A. Sundberg1, A Chow, T Nikiforov
1Caliper Technologies, 605 Fairchild, 94043, Drive Mountain ViewCA, USA
Drug Discovery Today
|September 21, 2001
Abstract:
Microarray and microfluidic device technologies for performing genetic and biochemical analyses are revolutionizing biological research. These technologies are now being applied to gene expression profiling and to primary screening for target validation and lead discovery in the pharmaceutical industry. In this article, we briefly review microchip technology and discuss future development trends.
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