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New protocol for oligonucleotide microarray fabrication using SU-8-coated glass microslides.

D Sethi1, A Kumar, R P Gandhi

  • 1Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (CSIR), Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Lucknow, India.

Bioconjugate Chemistry
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This study presents a new microarray fabrication protocol using SU-8 coating for efficient nucleic acid immobilization. The developed microarrays enable sensitive detection of base mismatches and bacterial diseases.

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Area of Science:

  • Biotechnology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Microarray technology is crucial for nucleic acid target detection and analysis.
  • Epoxy-functionalized surfaces are commonly used for oligonucleotide immobilization in microarrays.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an improved protocol for microarray fabrication using SU-8 coating.
  • To enhance the density of epoxy functions for efficient oligonucleotide immobilization.
  • To assess the performance and stability of the constructed microarrays for disease detection.

Main Methods:

  • Coating glass microslides with SU-8 (glycidyl ether of bisphenol A) to create epoxy-rich surfaces.
  • Immobilization of various modified oligonucleotides (aminoalkyl-, thiophosphoryl-, phosphorylated).
  • Characterization of spot morphology, immobilization, and hybridization efficiency.
  • Testing microarray stability across different temperature and pH conditions.
  • Application in detecting base mismatches and bacterial pathogens (meningitis, typhoid).

Main Results:

  • Achieved high density of epoxy functions on glass microslides.
  • Demonstrated efficient immobilization (∼65%) and hybridization (30-36%) of oligonucleotides.
  • Obtained uniform spot morphology and distinct spot visualization at low probe concentrations (0.05 μM).
  • Confirmed microarray stability under varying temperature and pH conditions.
  • Successfully detected base mismatches and bacterial diseases.

Conclusions:

  • The SU-8 coating protocol offers an efficient and stable method for microarray fabrication.
  • The developed microarrays are suitable for sensitive detection of nucleic acid variations and pathogens.
  • This protocol advances microarray technology for diagnostic applications.