Lotus leaf inspires new diagnostic technology

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Lately we’re hearing more and more about tiny medical and environmental diagnostic devices, that can perform a variety of tests using very small fluid samples. Working with such small samples does present a challenge, however – how do you thoroughly mix tiny amounts of different fluids, or wrangle individual drops for analysis? According to a team of scientists from the University of Washington, the answer lies in the lotus leaf... Continue Reading Lotus leaf inspires new diagnostic technology

Section: Research Watch

Tags: Biomimicry, Diagnostic devices, Lab on a Chip, Nanotechnology, University of Washington

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