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This study introduces a novel microfluidic system using light-addressable potentiometric sensors (LAPS) for precise ion sensing. The system accurately measures the pH of small sample plugs within microfluidic channels.

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  • Chemical Sensors
  • Microfluidics
  • Semiconductor Devices

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  • Light-addressable potentiometric sensors (LAPS) offer precise, spatially resolved ion sensing capabilities.
  • Microfluidic systems enable miniaturized chemical analysis and precise fluid manipulation.
  • Integrating LAPS with microfluidics allows for versatile chemical sensing within microchannels.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and demonstrate a plug-based microfluidic system utilizing LAPS technology.
  • To achieve localized and controlled ion sensing within microfluidic channels.
  • To measure the pH of small-volume sample plugs and monitor pH changes.

Main Methods:

  • A microfluidic system was designed incorporating a LAPS for ion detection.
  • Sample solutions were introduced as microliter-volume plugs within the microfluidic channel.
  • The light-addressability of LAPS was used for plug positioning and pneumatic control.
  • Differential measurement techniques were employed to detect pH changes.

Main Results:

  • The developed system successfully measured the pH of sample plugs as small as 400 nL.
  • Accurate monitoring and pneumatic control of plug positions were achieved.
  • Demonstrated the capability to detect pH changes by merging two sample plugs.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed plug-based microfluidic system integrated with LAPS provides a powerful platform for localized chemical sensing.
  • This technology enables precise control and measurement of small-volume samples in microfluidic devices.
  • The system holds potential for various applications requiring high-resolution chemical analysis.