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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Microfluidics
  • Cell Biology

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  • Microfluidic devices are crucial for precise solution control in cell-based assays.
  • Traditional fabrication methods are expensive, time-consuming, and require specialized skills, limiting accessibility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a cost-effective, reliable, and fully 3D-printed microfluidic device workflow.
  • To enable rapid and inexpensive prototyping of microfluidic devices using consumer-grade printers and biocompatible resins.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a consumer-grade 3D printer and biocompatible resins for fabrication.
  • Designed an open-channel device sealed with adhesive tape to prevent clogging.
  • Integrated dual-syringe pumps controlled by open-source Python software for gradient generation.
  • Validated device performance using osmometric and colorimetric measurements.

Main Results:

  • Achieved a materials cost of less than $5 per device, significantly lower than commercial alternatives.
  • Successfully generated linear osmotic gradients from iso-osmotic to hyperosmotic conditions.
  • Demonstrated reproducible fabrication and accurate gradient generation.
  • Confirmed mixing efficacy and linearity of osmotic gradients.

Conclusions:

  • The 3D-printed microfluidic platform offers an accessible and cost-effective solution for prototyping.
  • This workflow enhances reproducibility in osmotic exposure studies and has potential for drug screening and chemical modulation.
  • The developed system democratizes microfluidic technology for broader research applications.