Paper-based microfluidics (Intensive)
PDF overview from Aalto Chem
‘The fluidic channels can be defined by hydrophobic barriers or by cutting into shape.’ as below
advantages are 1. Cost 2. Equipment free -> ease of use 3. Wicking / Capillary flow 4. Portable 5. Disposable
Solicards are venture who is making paper-based microfluidic soil test kit.
Good article about paper-based, low-cost microfluidic
MIT opencourseware Nanomaker introduces comprehensive info about DIY nano indicators including microfluidics.
Paper indicator can be designed using casual ingredients such as tumeric’s and benedict’s solution...
About fabrication (WHAT ARE PAPER MICROFLUIDIC ANALYTICAL DEVICES?)
Another paper with detailed fabrication method
In general...Microfluidic Paper-Based Analytical Devices (μPADs) and Micro Total Analysis Systems (μTAS): Development, Applications and Future Trends