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  • Microfluidics
  • Biophysics
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Aqueous two-phase systems (ATPS) are crucial for cell separation and biochemical analysis.
  • Generating stable droplets in ATPS, especially with low solute concentrations, presents significant challenges.
  • Existing microfluidic droplet generation methods often lack control over droplet properties for specific applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a passive, fracture-based microfluidic method for droplet generation in ATPS.
  • To investigate the influence of microchannel geometry and operating parameters on droplet characteristics.
  • To demonstrate the utility of this method for generating droplets relevant to live cell applications.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a fracture-based variable microchannel with adjustable inlet width (1-10 μm) via mechanical strain.
  • Generated a dextran-rich (DEX) phase jet within a polyethylene-glycol (PEG)-rich phase.
  • Analyzed droplet properties including production rate, diameter, and variance under varying pressures and concentrations.

Main Results:

  • Achieved spontaneous formation of DEX droplets with ultralow surface tension (12 μN m-1).
  • Demonstrated droplet production rates of 2-20 droplets/s with diameters ranging from 10-100 μm.
  • Showcased control over droplet properties by manipulating inlet channel width and operating conditions.

Conclusions:

  • The developed method offers a simple, robust, and tunable approach for passive droplet generation in ATPS.
  • This technique significantly enhances droplet generation capabilities in microfluidics, particularly for ATPS with low solute concentrations.
  • The findings are highly relevant for applications involving live cells and biochemical assays.