Correction: Acoustic actuated fluorescence activated sorting of microparticles

Area of Science:

• Biotechnology
• Microfluidics
• Acoustic manipulation

Context:

• Microfluidic devices enable precise manipulation of small volumes.
• Fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS) is a key technique in cell analysis.
• Acoustic actuation offers label-free particle manipulation.

Purpose:

• To correct errors in the original publication regarding acoustic actuation parameters.
• To ensure accurate reporting of the fluorescence-activated sorting methodology.
• To provide a precise description of microparticle sorting using sound waves.

Summary:

• The correction details the precise acoustic frequencies and power levels used for microparticle sorting.
• It clarifies the integration of acoustic forces with fluorescence detection for sorting.
• The revised methodology ensures reliable separation of microparticles based on fluorescence.

Impact:

• Ensures reproducibility of acoustic-activated sorting experiments.
• Improves the accuracy of microfluidic sorting techniques.
• Facilitates advancements in particle analysis and separation technologies.