With the recent SARS-CoV-2 outbreak, the importance of rapid and direct detection of
respiratory disease viruses has been well recognized. The detection of these viruses with …

This paper describes the development of an on-chip nucleic acid (NA) extraction assay from
whole blood using a centrifugal microfluidic platform that allows for pneumatic actuation of …

Nucleic acid (NA) extraction is a basic step for genetic analysis, from scientific research to
diagnostic and forensic applications. It aims at preparing samples for its application with …

Over the past century, synthetic polymers have had a transformative impact on human life,
replacing nature‐derived materials in many areas. Yet, despite their many advantages, the …

We report a novel, rapid, economical and species-specific DNA-based assay for the
authentication of pork. The technique specifically amplified porcine mitochondrial D loop …

More than 783 million people worldwide are currently without access to clean and safe
water. Approximately 1 in 5 cases of mortality due to waterborne diseases involve children …

Aqueous biphasic system (ABS), as an efficient separation process, can be applied in the
extraction and purification of DNA which is an integral part of life science studies …

Strategies for rapid, effective nucleic acid processing hold tremendous significance to the
clinical analysis of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), a family of important markers indicating …

Pathogenic microorganisms have major impacts on human lives. Rapid and sensitive
diagnostic tools are urgently needed to facilitate the early treatment of microbial infections …

The number of people living with HIV continues to increase with the current total near 38
million, of which about 26 million are receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART). These treatment …