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Microfluidic lab-on-a-chip systems offer precise control and high-throughput data collection for biotechnology. Overcoming current challenges will enable their routine integration into biotechnological applications.

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  • Biotechnology
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  • Survey promising microfluidic applications in biotechnology.
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  • Discuss the trend of point-of-use applications facilitated by technological advancements.

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  • Literature review of microfluidic applications.
  • Analysis of current challenges and proposed solutions for LOC systems.
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  • Discussion of emerging technological trends in biotechnology.

    • Main Results:

    • Microfluidics provides advanced capabilities for biotechnological processes.
    • Key challenges hindering widespread LOC adoption were identified.
    • Technological progress is driving the adoption of point-of-use microfluidic applications.

    Conclusions:

    • Microfluidic LOC systems are poised to transform biotechnology.
    • Addressing current challenges is crucial for routine integration.
    • The future of biotechnology is increasingly influenced by microfluidic point-of-use applications.