Diagnostics for the Developing World: Microfluidic Paper-Based Analytical Devices

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Authors

Andres W. Martinez · Harvard University Press

Scott T. Phillips · Harvard University Press

George M. Whitesides · Harvard University Press

Emanuel Carrilho · Universidade de São Paulo

Abstract

Microfluidic paper-based analytical devices (microPADs) are a new class of point-of-care diagnostic devices that are inexpensive, easy to use, and designed specifically for use in developing countries. (To listen to a podcast about this feature, please go to the Analytical Chemistry multimedia page at pubs.acs.org/page/ancham/audio/index.html.).

Topics & Keywords

Biosensors and Analytical Detection Advanced biosensing and bioanalysis techniques SARS-CoV-2 detection and testing

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Partnerships for the goals

Publication Details

Published in: Analytical Chemistry

Volume 82, Issue 1, pp. 3-10

DOI: 10.1021/ac9013989

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