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This chapter gives an introduction to the basics of general architecture of microsystem for biological and chemical applications. A typical microfluidics system may contain many “technological blocks” relating to various stages of the sample preparation and analysis. Commercial success of microfluidic systems requires development of key technologies for fabrication, fast prototyping, and system integration. The development of technologies for integrated biochips and medical microsystems, therefore, represent an exciting challenge for the near future. Applications of such integrated systems include in-vitro diagnostics, environment monitoring, homeland security, and life sciences.

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Vauchier, C., Puget, P. (2009). Biochips. In: Zhang, G., Roosmalen, A. (eds) More than Moore. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-75593-9_6

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