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Area of Science:

  • Microfluidics and Biosensing
  • Printed Circuit Board Technology

Background:

  • Micro-total analysis systems (µTAS) and lab-on-a-chip (LoC) technologies revolutionized lab processes but faced challenges in scalability and mass production.
  • Traditional substrates like silicon, glass, and polymers limit the multifunctional capabilities required for practical LoC applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evolution and impact of Lab-on-Printed Circuit Board (Lab-on-PCB) technology over the past eight years.
  • To highlight how Lab-on-PCB addresses technical barriers in LoC development, enabling scalable and practical solutions.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of recent advancements in PCB-based microfluidics and biosensing.
  • Examination of applications in biomedical fields, drug development, and environmental monitoring.
  • Review of publications and patents to assess academic and industrial interest.

Main Results:

  • Lab-on-PCB technology leverages cost-efficient PCB fabrication for seamless integration of microfluidics, sensors, and actuators.
  • Demonstrated versatility in point-of-care diagnostics, electrochemical biosensing, molecular detection, drug development, and environmental monitoring.
  • Significant increase in research and patents indicates growing interest and commercialization potential.

Conclusions:

  • Lab-on-PCB technology presents a transformative solution for scalable and cost-effective lab-on-chip systems.
  • It overcomes key technical limitations of traditional LoC platforms, paving the way for broader adoption.
  • The technology shows strong potential for commercialization across various scientific and industrial sectors.