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  • Materials Science
  • Microfluidics

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  • Microfluidics technology is rapidly advancing, yet the ideal material for diverse applications remains elusive.
  • Thiol-ene polymers, though underrepresented, possess significant potential for microfluidic devices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the characteristics of thiol-ene materials for microfluidic chip fabrication.
  • To critically assess the advantages and disadvantages of thiol-ene polymers in microfluidics.
  • To highlight key applications showcasing the versatility of thiol-ene polymers.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of thiol-ene polymer properties.
  • Critical assessment of thiol-ene materials for microfluidic applications.
  • Discussion of select applications utilizing thiol-ene polymers.

Main Results:

  • Thiol-ene polymers exhibit desirable properties including rapid prototyping capabilities.
  • Key advantages include mechanical strength, solvent resistance, and biocompatibility.
  • Easy surface functionalization is another significant benefit of these polymers.

Conclusions:

  • Thiol-ene polymers are strong contenders for future microfluidic applications.
  • Their properties are well-suited for organs-on-a-chip, droplet production, and point-of-care testing.
  • The versatility and ease of fabrication position thiol-ene polymers for biological, clinical, and technical lab-on-a-chip devices.